As a Mom it is so easy to put off your workout for other things that need get done- I know because I'm also guilty of it. It's only 10am and I've already been the cleaning lady, though begrudgingly my husband might say, and the vacuum repair man, in addition to the normal household duties. I look like hell and the last thing I want to do is get ready to pack up MD and get to the gym.
Yesterday I was in this predicament and the weather was so nice that we went for a long walk and later to the park so MD could also get some exercise. There are lots of easy things you can do at home to get in that workout and cut out the time it takes to pack/unpack and travel to the gym.
If you push the kids in the stroller, there are several easy exercises that you can do. Lunges have several variations, so about 20 minutes into your walk periodically do a set of 10-20 lunges. You can do them walking forward, stationary, or stepping side to side to target the inner thighs. Calf raises on a curb are also a great exercise. You can also incorporate running intervals. For example, one block you can run the distance of two driveways, and then walk two driveways. Maybe two block later you do the same but you sprint the two distance of two driveways and walk three driveways.
Once you return to the house, keep the baby in the stroller but where they can see you so they are entertained. You can do pushups either on your knees or against the front steps for an easier angle. Tricep dips and leg lifts can also be done on the steps or the edge of a deck. And if you have time try to fit in some crunches.
Happy Exercising!
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