Hi, everybody!
The topic of time is often discussed among mamas, especially relating to health and fitness.
As moms, time is limited. As a result, we may not make healthy food choices or dive into a work out
because we are already stressed with life.
I am a mother of two, trust me when I say that I know the struggles, every last one of them.
I am a mother of two, trust me when I say that I know the struggles, every last one of them.
Between working, feeding, cooking, cleaning, and the million other tasks we juggle on a daily basis, I understand the obstacle of consistently carving out personal time. It would be easy for me to say that you do have the time, or everyone has the same 24 hours in their day, but I know that is not the case!
While there is some truth to those pieces of advice, I understand how it feels to have so much on your plate that adding one more thing would feel impossible, especially if that one added thing has to do with health and fitness.
However, think about how many times a day you’re on social media. Whether you are scrolling your
news feed or watching someone else do a workout, you may easily spend a few hours a day on social
media when you could be taking 20 of those minutes to complete a workout. Altering your daily habits to fit healthy practices into your schedule is important, and you can do it, but will you?
Here are a couple of tips to help you free up space in your schedule to take on a new exercise routine so you can improve your life and have increased energy.
1. Plan ahead: Once a week, or at the end of each day, create a schedule of everything you have to do in the coming days and plan exercise into that schedule the same way you would anything else.
However, think about how many times a day you’re on social media. Whether you are scrolling your
news feed or watching someone else do a workout, you may easily spend a few hours a day on social
media when you could be taking 20 of those minutes to complete a workout. Altering your daily habits to fit healthy practices into your schedule is important, and you can do it, but will you?
Here are a couple of tips to help you free up space in your schedule to take on a new exercise routine so you can improve your life and have increased energy.
1. Plan ahead: Once a week, or at the end of each day, create a schedule of everything you have to do in the coming days and plan exercise into that schedule the same way you would anything else.
Exercise should be no different than scheduling a doctor’s appointment, and taking the time to write out these “appointments” really makes a difference! By doing this, you will clear your head of all the clutter, ultimately realizing you can do a 20-minute workout the following day.
By planning your meals and respective grocery list, you will be less likely to succumb to fast food and unhealthy snacks because your plans support your new health goals! You can even take that one step further and prepare your meals in bulk, refrigerating or freezing your ready-made meals so you are not left wondering what to make every time dinner approaches. Also, plan ahead and store healthy foods at your desk – oatmeal, nuts, and dark chocolate, too. And don’t forget your water bottle!
To help you get started, check out my "Simple + Healthy Meals for Real Moms Cookbook eBook" with recipes the whole family will enjoy!
2. Start somewhere – You do not have to workout six days a week for an hour each session. Start with 2-3 days a week doing 20-30 minute workouts, and work your way up once you feel comfortable with your new schedule. Then, you can add a 4th day or a 30-40 workout. Get into a routine and stay consistent! Consistency is key.
3. Commit – This can be difficult. I work with women, every month, in my “Body After Baby” bootcamp, and these women have multiple children, full-time jobs, spouses, and meetings that are vying for their time, but if they can do it, you can, too. You just have to decide and commit. Invest in yourself, and health suddenly becomes a priority. Once you truly commit, you will figure it out and successfully fit fitness into your schedule.
If you are struggling with your current routine or unsure where to start, I have a free, helpful guide, just for you: “Three Secrets for Flat Abs After Baby.” My best tips are in there and, hopefully, that will get you started on your fitness journey!
There you have it, three effective ways to burn belly fat. Mamas, if you’re not in my free “Fit Mama Community” Facebook group, please feel free to join! I share healthy recipes and weekly workouts, and there is lots of helpful support in the group, too – tons of other moms working towards like-minded goals.
To help you get started, check out my "Simple + Healthy Meals for Real Moms Cookbook eBook" with recipes the whole family will enjoy!
2. Start somewhere – You do not have to workout six days a week for an hour each session. Start with 2-3 days a week doing 20-30 minute workouts, and work your way up once you feel comfortable with your new schedule. Then, you can add a 4th day or a 30-40 workout. Get into a routine and stay consistent! Consistency is key.
3. Commit – This can be difficult. I work with women, every month, in my “Body After Baby” bootcamp, and these women have multiple children, full-time jobs, spouses, and meetings that are vying for their time, but if they can do it, you can, too. You just have to decide and commit. Invest in yourself, and health suddenly becomes a priority. Once you truly commit, you will figure it out and successfully fit fitness into your schedule.
If you are struggling with your current routine or unsure where to start, I have a free, helpful guide, just for you: “Three Secrets for Flat Abs After Baby.” My best tips are in there and, hopefully, that will get you started on your fitness journey!
There you have it, three effective ways to burn belly fat. Mamas, if you’re not in my free “Fit Mama Community” Facebook group, please feel free to join! I share healthy recipes and weekly workouts, and there is lots of helpful support in the group, too – tons of other moms working towards like-minded goals.
I look forward to working with you, and please do not hesitate to ask me any questions. As always, thanks for reading!
Xoxo,
Jackie
Xoxo,
Jackie
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