It is not enough to make changes in lifestyle for a fitness routine. Its success depends on how convenient these changes are for you.
I know that sounds odd but think about it. If you want to adhere to a healthy lifestyle in the long term, it must be convenient to implement. Otherwise, sooner or later, you will abandon it.
As moms of very small children, we are often overstretched. When getting barely adequate sleep is a luxury, exercise and other healthy habits take a back seat. I know. Because, since my second one was born, I have not managed to get to the gym or even go for a brisk walk. I have to balance, looking after the kids, spending some time on my writing, doing a few household chores, etc.
With my older one, I could go to the gym when she was asleep (since my husband works from home). But now, my older one is awake, even when the younger one is asleep, and she wants my company. The older one also goes to school, so I have to make time to drop her off and pick her up.
With the two of them, my schedule is incredibly busy. But I really wanted to restart some cardio exercises, because I really feel a lot better when I do them.
I tried going for a walk when I take the kids down to play, but then it becomes a stroll because I have to keep an eye on them.
I finally realised that if I want to exercise regularly, it must be from home. So as a birthday gift, my husband got me an exercise bike. They are available at fairly affordable prices, way cheaper than an ipad. They are fairly compact, and fit in the corner of a room. They are exactly what I use in the gym.
Now what about eating healthy? I found that most of the unhealthy food, we consumed, was in the form of snacks. It is difficult to whip up a quick healthy snack, if you are not prepared, or if you have not thought it through before. So the key is to make it convenient to whip up a healthy snack.
Happy healthy living everyone!
Published earlier here.
Image source: woman on an exercise bike at home by Shutterstock.
Kanika G, a physicist by training and a mother of 2 girls, started writing to entertain her older daughter with stories, thus opening the flood gates on a suppressed passion. Today she has written over read more...
Women's Web is an open platform that publishes a diversity of views, indivisual posts do not necessarily represent the platofrom's views and opinions at all times.
Stay updated with our Weekly Newsletter or Daily Summary - or both!
Falling in love, marriage, a hidden secret, divorce. Despite all this, Vinita noticed her life was full of love that came in various unexpected shades!
“Aap jinke kareeb hotey hain, woh badey kush naseeb hotey hain…”
Just as Vinita was settling down into the cab seat, the driver put on music and the song started to play. It took her back immediately to that evening ten years ago, when Gautam had sung that very same song to her on the first evening they had met. She could remember every single detail of that evening so very clearly.
Neena Gupta shares her terrifying childhood experiences of being molested - like most assault survivors who often go to great measures to minimise these incidents by remaining silent, she was scared to tell her parents.
Neena Gupta shares her terrifying childhood experiences of being molested – like most assault survivors who often go to great measures to minimise these incidents by remaining silent, she was scared to tell her parents.
Trigger warning: This deals with child sexual abuse and may be triggering for survivors.
Want to switch to a healthy lifestyle? Ditch fad diets and take small steps towards your fitness goals, says this post.
Weight loss is a fad these days, and fad diets are very significant in people’s lives. People have successfully lost weight by subscribing to such programs – selling meal plans that promise weight-loss or waistline-reduction by huge numbers. Now, the priceless question follows: how long does that last? Till you’ve paid the subscription/bought their diet plans, or longer? The bigger truth is – fad diets don’t last longer if you don’t change your perception towards life.
Dancing can be a fulfilling, creative way of exercise, and keep you healthy and fit both physically and mentally. A delightful post!
I was delighted as I found a very dear childhood friend of mine after eons on Facebook. As we got chatting, reminiscing about the good old days, the conversation shifted towards our physical transformation over the years. My kindhearted friend complimented me after seeing my latest pictures. “You have maintained yourself very well even after delivering a baby. Please share your diet regime. Do you hit the gym often?” she asked.