Ever happen to you? You had the intention to get there, you got your workout clothes on but something happened and you didn't make it to class.
Doesn't even matter if I'm teaching it or if I'm participating I thrive, push harder and enjoy working out with a group 9 times out of 10. So when I miss my class because the kids didn't want to stop playing Legos and get in the car, someone pukes on the way to the gym, my shoe laces break..you name it...I still have to do something. So what do you do?
Here are a couple of ideas and standbys:
Around the block-
In the event you didn't make it to the gym, get moving around the block. Kids on bikes, in a stroller, at school, left with a neighbor...let's move. Run, walk, jog, skip, side shuffle, roller blade...use what you've got and go.
Hit the floor-
You made it to the gym, you're just late. Although some are quite happy jumping into the weight room with the guys, not everyone will do it. So find a quieter spot in the gym, the stretching area or a back corner and a few pieces of portable gear. A handle tube can be used for bicep curls, a chest press or lateral raises. Sit down and use it for seated rows or assisted v-sits. Use a few light weights and do lots of reps to build endurance.
Stuck in the house-
Made it to the park-
You opted to give up and take the kids to the park. Now what? Work it in girl, be the mom who exercises while the kids play. Chase them, squat with each swing push, take a few laps on the monkey bars, do a pull up on a bar, tricep dip on a step, do pushups on a bench, climb the rock wall and do it all again. You may even giggle.
A mom with muscle must get it done, squeeze it and make it happen. We subscribe to the philosophy that something is much better than nothing when it comes to exercise. Love to hear your questions and comments below.
Keep movin' mama!
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