Hey parents, it’s that time of year when we try to kick unhealthy habits to the curb and focus on shedding those holiday pounds. But let’s face it, being a parent makes this a monumental task. Every attempt to exercise seems to be interrupted by little ones needing our attention, and healthy eating often means grappling with leftover chicken nuggets. We’re already running on fumes, and the expectation to hit the gym regularly feels impossible. Fortunately, the hilarious parenting community on Twitter gets it. Here are 20 relatable tweets showing what qualifies as “exercise” in the life of a parent.
- No kidding. The older I get, the more this seems to happen. At this rate, I should just be a size two by age 40.
- snacks on chips They’re constantly in motion, so this is basically a brilliant plan.
- Why didn’t I think of this? That annoying exercise ball just sits there, reminding me of my missed workouts. Might as well have some fun at my kid’s expense.
- Seriously? You don’t get out of breath lugging laundry upstairs? Well, look at you, fitness guru.
- Eye roll. If you get a moment to yourself and choose to hit the gym instead of devouring an entire tray of brownies, we might not be compatible.
- So helpful! Having tiny humans pinching your back fat while you sweat is just what everyone needs.
- Stealth mode engaged. This totally counts as a workout. The stress alone burns calories.
- Wrap it up. Nothing is more excruciating than a naked child talking about Pokémon while you’re trying to workout.
- Diets are tough. But hey, you gotta get in those carbs, right?
- Truth bomb. Just squeeze those glutes and bend down to pick up the wrappers. It’s basically a workout.
- Putting on socks is an Olympic event in itself. Even in my prime, socks were the bane of my existence.
- Torture. Thought that intense trainer at the gym was tough? Meet your preschoolers.
- Is it 1,000? Please tell me it’s 1,000. Cute workout clothes definitely add to the burn. Science!
- Foolproof. When you only get the scraps, you’re bound to drop a few pounds. Just endure the backwash.
- Check it off. Bonus points for swinging your arms while holding it in.
- My kind of workout. Every little bit counts. Consume 3,000 calories, burn off 300. Math!
- Sounds about right. My FitBit has probably been buried under the car seats since last February. Sigh.
- They never quit. Toss in some sit-ups, and you’ve got a comprehensive workout: cardio, strength, and core!
- Quiet down, kid. They have no clue about the struggles of trying to win that office step contest. It’s literally the highlight of my life.
- An actual obstacle course. Good luck out there, fellow parents!
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In summary, navigating exercise and healthy living as a parent is a challenge filled with humor and creativity. Whether it’s dodging kids or finding ways to count everyday activities as workouts, parents are masters at making it work.