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Post-Pregnancy Exercise Tips

Being a new mom is a very complicated time, a time when you are dealing with big changes in your life. You are elated for your beautiful new baby, but may also be feeling trapped at home. Plus, you are reorganizing the way you do everything and engaged in a HUGE struggle to get your pre-pregnancy body back

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How to Get Your Kids To Exercise Without Realizing It

My friend has a hard time getting her pre-teen daughter to exercise. She would rather watch her favorite movies and shows than to go outside after dinner. Her daughter is not overweight, but my friend wants to instill the importance of forming a habit of exercise at a young age.

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Exercise Support

Last week was one in which I struggled to make exercise a priority. It was a week where our afternoons were a little more hectic than usual from dentist appointments to swimming lessons, and preparing for Easter (last minute!) I try to keep our schedule from getting too crazy but it seems we all have weeks where we are busier than usual, or maybe a little more worn out.

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Motivation to Exercise

Motivating yourself to exercise can be so darn hard sometimes! There are a million things you want to have on your priority list, and you cant find time to fit them all in. Why make exercise a priority when you would rather spend your time doing something else?

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Core Exercise With No Pressure on Your Back

The Fit Mommy Toolbox is a ModernMom resource for moms who want to live healthy and active lifestyles. Dont let an achy back get your abs down! Even the most effective core exercises will sneak up on your back if your abdominal wall is not engaged properly or is just in desperate need for a strength booster. Leg Raise with Ball Prop Try this exercise at least 4 to 6 days per week to build a better core while safely bracing your back muscles.