Tag: exercise
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Pregnant Dancer Proves Moms-To-Be Can Still Move and Groove
Get Pregnant Fast If you think that expectant mothers are fragile and need to take it easy, prepare to be amazed by Jessica Lane from Colorado. Lane recently uploaded a captivating video to YouTube showcasing her incredible hip hop dancing skills while proudly sporting her baby bump. This inspiring display challenges the stereotype that pregnant…
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7 Strategies to Help Your Child Overcome Self-Consciousness About Exercise
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we often want to encourage our children to embrace physical activity, but sometimes self-consciousness can hold them back. Take the case of Laura Mitchell, who tried to get her son involved in soccer and swimming as a young child. However, as he grew older, he became increasingly hesitant to participate.…
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I Exercise for My Mind, Not to Fit into a Smaller Dress Size
Get Pregnant Fast If I skip my daily jog for a few days, I can feel the tension building up inside me. My husband and kids start noticing my restless energy. I find myself pacing around the kitchen, becoming irritable, and letting out complaints left and right until someone finally hands me my running shoes…
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I Became a Runner at 40—And You Can Too
Get Pregnant Fast At 40, I hit a wall. Deep in the trenches of an emotionally draining marriage and juggling the demands of our fourth child, I felt utterly worn out. My body, depleted from endless nursing sessions, was like a shell of its former self. I’ve never felt the clichés of motherhood resonate more…
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The Alarming Consequences of Endless Sitting: New Research Raises Concerns
Get Pregnant Fast We all know that regular exercise is beneficial for our health. However, finding the time to squeeze in a workout can be a challenge, especially for busy parents. Let’s be honest: after a long day of parenting, would you rather tackle an intense workout or unwind with a glass of wine? The…
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The Unfair Burden on Moms: Are We Really to Blame?
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 2023, and the concept of shared parenting is supposedly on the rise, yet it seems that moms still shoulder the lion’s share of responsibility. Despite the push for equal parenting, the narrative often defaults to blaming mothers for everything—including the fact that kids aren’t getting enough exercise. A recent study highlights…
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Finding Balance: My Journey to Moderate Exercise
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve learned the art of exercising in moderation, and let me tell you, it wasn’t an easy journey. In a world that often glorifies extreme fitness achievements, being “okay” at working out rarely earns you any praise. When I stroll into the gym every couple of weeks, the manager—who’s genuinely the kindest…
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3 Essential Body Image Lessons to Share with Our Daughters (And Ourselves)
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s dive into a topic that’s both personal and universal: body image. I used to tip the scales at nearly 300 pounds. At 5 feet 4 inches, I found myself firmly in the “obese” category, and to say I struggled with self-acceptance would be an understatement. Mirrors were my enemy, photos were…
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Yes, I Exercise Regularly and Maintain a Healthy Diet, Yet I’m Still Not ‘Slim’
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s talk about something that often gets overlooked in fitness discussions: being healthy doesn’t always mean fitting into a size zero. My name is Laura, and I’ve been labeled many things throughout my life, but “slim” has never been one of them. My weight doesn’t fall into the “ideal” category according to…
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10 Compelling Reasons to Exercise Beyond the Bikini Body
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve always had a love-hate relationship with working out. One week, I’m committed to jogging or following workout videos, and the next, I’m in a total slump. Recently, I realized that exercise needs to be a staple in my life, but finding the motivation has been a challenge. While some may find…