Workout Mommy

Offers fitness, nutrition advice, and accountability. Helping moms find their strength and regain their confidence.

Staying focused on your goals through times of stress

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The past 3+ years of my life have been a roller coaster of stress. My marriage ended. My dad died. I've had countless training injuries. I packed up and moved --twice!  (the second time to a whole new town where I knew no one). Those are the highlights. Throw in all the little things and on most days of the week I want to turn in my adult card! Seriously, I need this tank! As I've said before, I love to self medicate with food. This is one area in which I definitely Continue Reading

Fit mom interview with Vanessa from My Life Balanced

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Today's fit mommy is Vanessa, from My Life Balanced.  I "met" Vanessa when she posted this amazing video on my Facebook wall.  I love her vibe and the message she sends to moms everywhere.  Please read on for more about Vanessa and how she is definitely "One Fit Mommy"!  Q: Have you always been fit? What inspired you to live a fit lifestyle? I've always been fit, but I haven't always been healthy. I fell in love with sports at a young age and it transformed into different forms of Continue Reading

“In order for your kids to be happy, they must see you happy.” An interview with a fit single dad!

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As busy parents, we often tell ourselves  "we don't have time". We neglect OUR needs and put our kids needs first. It isn't selfish to take care of YOURSELF.  It's essential.   Here is another interview with a fit dad!  Please meet Todd, a single dad with 2 kids.  Todd hasn't always been in shape or into fitness.  Find out how he gets it done! Q: Have you always been fit?  What inspired you to live a fit lifestyle? A:  I was athletic growing up but once I graduated from college, Continue Reading

It takes a village and some ASICS Kayanos

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How I found my village and thanked her with some ASICS Kayanos! As a single mom with 4 very active boys, there are many, many days when I think to myself "I just cannot do this alone." The constant fighting, feeding, and math homework just sets me over the edge. Add to that multiple sports practices most days of the week.  I'm exhausted and I basically have no social life of my own.  While I know I need to find balance and find some oxygen for myself, it simply is just not possible at this Continue Reading