FitMamas / Fitness Ideas

Struggling to Get Motivated? 5 Techniques to Help You Exercise More!

June 18, 2013 by  

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As you know, I recently hit up Gymagogo, an online workout that lets you take a live class in the comfort of your own home. I loved that once you sign up, you get reminded to actually attend—which totally helped keep me accountable and... Continue reading...


HIIT the Dad You Love Most for Father’s Day!

June 14, 2013 by  

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Now, now. We don’t want you to get violent on a father. We want you to hit the number 1 dad in your life with a HIIT workout! Just in time for Father’s Day, this HIIT routine from Julie Erickson’s Endurance Pilates and Yoga’s... Continue reading...


Yard Work, Without the Backache

June 11, 2013 by  

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Yard work is no joke. I just came inside a bit ago after push-mowing the lawn and hacking down a rose bush that had gotten so out of control it was the size of a small country, and my limbs are quivering much like the limbs I chopped down.... Continue reading...


Gymagogo: The Online Workouts You Should Be Doing!

June 3, 2013 by  

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As a work-at-home mom, my biggest obstacles to getting to the gym are time and convenience. Free time is short, so I often try to make my days as active as possible with even a few minutes of exercise while the kids play or a good walk to... Continue reading...


Hitting the Trails This Summer? Hiking Tips for the Whole Family!

May 31, 2013 by  

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Now that it’s warmed up outside, many families hit the trails to hike. Whether you’re hiking on vacation or simply heading to a nearby trail, it’s best to be prepared—especially when kids are involved. A little bit... Continue reading...


Intro to Kids’ Yoga—with Phresh Yoga Mats

May 30, 2013 by  

Phresh mats let kids of all sizes get into the right yoga position!

We love fitness products that support fit, healthy fams. That’s why we love products like these and these that get the whole family outside, moving together. Anything that gets everyone moving and having fun has our seal of approval!... Continue reading...


First-Time Rider? Spinning Tips for You!

May 23, 2013 by  

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Spinning is a fantastic workout, particularly for moms, for two reasons: 1) It’s a kick-ass workout, literally, and 2) Classes are often offered in the pre-dawn hours, making it slightly easier for busy moms to get there. It’s... Continue reading...


I’ve Got the Skates—I Just Need Open Road

May 2, 2013 by  

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I mentioned recently how much fun I had as a kid, lacing up my white roller skates, with their pink laces and wheels to ride in circles around my driveway. I also remember when I started seeing rollerblades at the skating rink—they seemed... Continue reading...


Skating With a Stroller: It Can Be Done!

April 29, 2013 by  

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Most of my workouts lately are more about play and less about getting to the gym and sweating it up. My weekdays have been filled up with daycare/my work and kid exchanges, so I haven’t had the free blocks of time like I used to to... Continue reading...


A Royal Pregnancy Workout Fit for a Princess

April 2, 2013 by  

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Nikki Glor of NikkiFitness has shared her expertise and workout ideas with us before. Today she shares a pregnancy workout that’s fit for a princess! I have a friend who is due the same time as Princess Kate, and she is wondering... Continue reading...


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