Healthy Me: 4 Ways to Workout at Home

I have been brainstorming a new series or two for the blog. 1) because it helps keep me organized with my topics 2) it helps keep me motivated/accountable to continue the idea. Today I am introducing the Healthy Me series. Instead of throwing in a random health related blog post here, I am will label the post under this title so you are aware it is health related. Healthy Me will cover food/nutrition, weightloss, exercise and more. 

We all have those mornings when we just can not get out of bed to go sweat like a pig for 45 minutes. And we all have those nights where we are just to tired after work, school, family, chores, to do the same. I have come to terms with making the best of every situation. Whether you overslept or simply have no time to make it to the gym, working out at home is your next best option. On the days that you seem to lack motivation to do 100 squats in your bedroom, here are 4 ways to help you get through your workout.

1. Workout With You Kids

  Being a stay-at-home mom I thought meant I literally had to devote every hour of the day to the house or my child. Not true. There is nothing wrong or selfish about doing some things for yourself. I used to think I could not workout unless my child was asleep or out of the way. Again. Not true. Working out with you kids is in some cases more effective and more fun than working out alone at home. (By kids, I am including your furry babies as well!) You can run outside while you push them in a stroller or you can use them as equipment. Now, I do not mean you can throw them around like kettle bells and medicine balls. Use your kids as weight for squats, lunges, pushups or sit-ups. Have them cling or sit on your back and you have a good 20+ lbs of weight for your exercises.

2. Workout In The Dark

    This really helped me when I was doing yoga every day. The mood and energy in a room is everything. A dark room helps you clear your mind and focus on your workout. Since you cannot see anything around you, you will not be distracted or reminded of the hundreds of other tasks that need to get done. Working out in a dark room is relaxing and should be motivating. The fact that you are alone and no one can see you should encourage you to let loose a little and really give your workouts 110% without having to worry about anyone watching you. Because most moms are very self-conscious about the jiggles they may have been left with post-pregnancy.

3. Workout with Music Blasting

   Whatever genre gets you moving, play it. Turn it up and play it as loud as you can without disturbing the neighbors. Your kids will love it because they get to dance and you still get to get your workout on. Oftentimes, my child will imitate my workout with me because he thinks it is a game. Jumping up and down to do burpees and jumping jacks then running in place looks fun to a toddler because they love to make the most of their newfound talents- running and jumping. Music will take your mind off of the clock and let you enjoy your workout in the present, no matter how much you are sweating.

4. Workout in Lingerie

   This is for the daredevils but also for the body-conscious lovers. One thing about a fitness journey that I learned is that you must learn to love the body you are in. It is yours and you must carve it out into whatever masterpiece you want the world to see. No matter your shape/size loving you for you is a crucial part of the journey. I was able to achieve this by working out in lingerie. Seriously. You don't have to stare at yourself (if you don't want to), but seeing how your body looks and moves is important. Some may prefer to workout in the dark, in lingerie. That's ok! Baby steps, grow your confidence. Show you to you and love it! Own it! Working out in lingerie will make you feel sexy and boost your confidence levels for a great workout.