Squeezing in a workout as a busy mom isn’t always easy (it’s never easy). This is why sometimes the only way to get it done is by making good use of a mommy and me workout!
In my experience as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, sometimes working out WITH your babe is the only way that any activity is going to happen.
– Uses big muscle groups for better results (whole body workout!)– Places a focus on abdominal muscles to stabilize.– Is done in just 15 minutes (we all know that’s as long as babies will tolerate anything before a poop explosion anyways!)– Low impact– Let’s you spend some one-on-one time with your babe– Can be done anywhere
Make sure that you stop the exercises before your muscles fatigue. Doing shoulder presses with your baby in the air when you’re crazy tired can lead to a bad situation. Always leave 1-2 reps in the tank.
Do not do bouncing movements with your babe. There is zero reason for you to do jump squats holding a baby.
Make sure to support the babes head at all times. This comes more into play when they’re very new and can’t hold their head themselves.