Go Workout Mom

In An Overview of 10 Babysteps for Mom’s Fitness Journey, I wrote:
Physical body shape is not a factor in avoiding fitness unless it’s due to a medical condition. Our mindset is the critical factor in creating change. If my mind is not committed to the cause, I will either give a half-hearted attempt [...]

In my mind, the scale can sometimes be like little children, albeit, silent, but constantly asking for my attention. “Mommy come here. Look at me. I see you. Come here. I need you. Now. Are you here yet?” When it comes to the scales, the voice is inside our own head. Yes, we are our [...]

Okay, I understand that old habits die hard. The scale beckons. There is no resistance. One foot in front of the other and soon the whole body causes the digital readout to flash, or if you’re old-school like me, the little needle flickers back and forth. The groan–”NO, I must have lost, at least, half [...]

Even though people emphasize the number on the scale, it is not the most important number in measuring body’s composition. The scale is easy to use. It’s simple to say, “I weigh 173 pounds.” What does that mean though? Body composition is the measurement of the water, muscle, bones, blood and fat in your body. [...]

Does BMI stand for Baby Moves In. That’s how I feel when I look at my body, but alas, BMI stands for Body Mass Indicator. The BMI uses height and weight to determine approximate body fat levels. It’s a simple assessment that doesn’t require gadgets. There are many views on the [...]

Step 1: Mental Commitment to Change
Physical body shape is not a factor in avoiding fitness unless it’s due to a medical condition. Our mindset is the critical factor in creating change. If my mind is not committed to the cause, I will either give a half-hearted attempt or make excuses to avoid [...]