Back-to-School Fitness

School is just around the corner and kids are getting ready to start their busy schedules once again. For our moms out there, this means we can finally take a break from all of the running around with our little ones throughout the summer break.

Either you’re jumping back to your old healthy routines or looking to start a new one, here are a couple of tips that are quick, effective, and beneficial.

1. Meal Planning

Eating healthy can be a hassle when you are a busy bee. To maximize time, creating a meal calendar in advance and preparing meals for the week is the way to go.

1. Building A Small Fitness Area At Home

It is idealistic to go to the gym 3-4 times a week but with our busy weekday schedules, it can sure be a hard plan to follow. Try creating a small section for some in-home workout equipment like a yoga mat, dumbbells, and medicine ball where you can store it away easily.

1. Grab A Workout Buddy

If you have the time to squeeze in gym time in your weekly schedule, then grab yourself a gym partner.

It is good to have someone that can motivate you throughout the process!

1. Play With Your Kids

Children are just naturally active and they seem to have the energy for days! Whenever you spend some quality time with children, be prepared to be in active mode. In return, this is also another way for us to stay in shape physically and mentally.

Staying Fit in the Heat of Summer

With the end of summer approaching its easy to dream about the cooler temperatures of fall and the autumn activities that are just around the corner.  But don't run out of the house for your workout without a water bottle and sunscreen just yet!  Here are a few important reminders to keep you fit and cool for the remainder of summer.

1.  Pick a shady spot.  If your workout involves stationary activities like push ups or bench jumps, find a spot in the shade.  While running or biking will inevitably have you in the sun, take advantage of any breaks you can away from the harmful rays.  You will stay cool and be able to keep your workout on track.

2.  Know when to say when.  Some days are just too hot, and even though your regular workouts are important, don't risk over doing it.  Everyone has a different level of comfort in the heat and depending on the intensity of your workout, it's easy to over do it.  If you feel dizzy or nauseous or begin to get a headache, you should hydrate, cool down and seek medical help if necessary.

3.  Don't forget your water bottle.  It may seem obvious to those who work out regularly, but making sure to have plenty of water during your workout is critical.  A nice trick is to fill part of your container with ice so you've got an extra cool drink for a long time.

4.  Shorter days means less time for outdoor activity.  With summer waning, it's tempting to move workouts to an earlier part of the day to take advantage of the daylight.  But be careful not to get caught in temperatures that are higher than you expected.

Don't forget that summer temperatures are still with us even though Fall is around the corner.  Staying fit will have you feeling great and ready for all the fun of Autumn.