I have been making excuses for a long time about getting back into shape but I have decided that it is high time for me to drop all of the crap and to just face this head on. I want to be healthier, fitter and stronger- and I have set goals for myself that I want to achieve. It has been a few years since I had my last baby, but I am still sporting the "mom pooch" and dealing with things like having a weak pelvic floor and peeing a little during things like laughing too hard, sneezing or doing ...
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Healthy snacks for on-the-go moms
This post is brought to you by Crunchmaster. All opinions are my own. I recently shared 5 changes you can make now for a better life, and one of those changes is 'start eating better'. I want to talk more about this because I feel like this is something that can be really challenging, especially if you are busy and always on-the-go like I am. Often, I would find myself grabbing for an unhealthy snack that was within reach, but with a little effort and planning ahead I have been able to ...
What is Motivating Me to Get Healthy and Lose Weight
Thank you Jenny Craig for sponsoring this post. -- Get serious about losing weight with Jenny Craig! I am a stay at home mom of four, but it hasn't always been that way. I worked and worked hard (physical labor) up until about 10 years ago, and that kept me in shape. Over the years since then, I have fought some weight battles, fluctuating from a healthy weight to being 20 or 30 lbs overweight, partially because of pregnancies, but also because of unhealthy eating habits. After my last bab ...
12 of the best 15 minute exercise routines that work
Happy New Year! It is that time where you are feeling motivated and ready to kick some butt! I want to do it too. I am ready to get my body back into shape and feel better, look better and be better for my kids and family. Like most people, I am feel like I am busy 24 hours a day and that I don't have time to fit in anytime for exercise. This is just an excuse. I can make time - I am going to make time. And so can you! The great thing about these 15 minute exercise routines is that they are ...
10 tips for living well #BeyondTheScale
This post was created as part of a relationship in which I was sponsored by Weight Watchers to share my experiences. Though I was compensated for my time and commitment, all views, positive and negative, are my own. Their new program Beyond the Scale, a holistic approach with more ways than ever for you to personalize your program, define your success and guide you on your road to healthier living. #WWsponsored Last week I shared 5 ways to build your self-confidence and one of those ...
5 ways to build your self-confidence #BeyondTheScale
This post was created as part of a relationship in which I was sponsored by Weight Watchers to share my experiences. Though I was compensated for my time and commitment, all views, positive and negative, are my own. Their new program Beyond the Scale, a holistic approach with more ways than ever for you to personalize your program, define your success and guide you on your road to healthier living. #WWsponsored This last year has been very challenging for me. I lost my oldest sister to ...
5 tips for working out with toddlers
I have four kids - but this year three of them are in school (my 5 year old gets home around lunch time) which leaves me and my 3 year old alone for a few hours. This is a great opportunity to get a workout in, and she loves the time we spend together. Whether you have 4 kids at home or are alone during the day - you can get a workout in, and doing the workout with your kids makes it all the more fun. Here are 5 tips for working out with toddlers: If the weather is nice, workout ...
5 ways to live a healthier lifestyle
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PowerInProtein #CollectiveBias I haven't really made the announcement yet, but my husband and I are traveling to Turks and Caicos in October. As I have never been out of the country and only visited about half of the States, I am thrilled with this opportunity. There are many things to get in order, but one of our top priorities is to lose weight and get lean and toned. We both want ...
5 Goals I set this year and why I am going to keep them
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NewBreakfastRoutine #CollectiveBias Every year for the last 4 years I have had LOSE WEIGHT on my list of Goals when New Years comes. And every year for the last four years I have failed miserably - in fact gaining weight. This year is my year. I am ready and determined to eat better, exercise more, and set small goals that I can reach and continue setting bigger and bigger ones. One of ...
20 Easy Ways to Exercise Daily
Setting goals and resolutions is easy. Keeping them - well that is a whole other story. I have found myself lacking a lot - and I want to make changes to be better. I have made a list of 52 goals that I want to set this year and will share a new one with you every Sunday so you can work on it if you would like as well. I challenge you to make a list of goals and work on a new one at least monthly. Last week we talked about Tips for Waking up Early - I am still working on this - but really want ...
