Before I had Frankie I told myself I would never be one of those moms who loses sight of herself or wears Mom jeans or never brushes her hair. As judgy as that may sound, it really was a challenge to myself to make sure I still made time for Me! It’s hard to do, and some days impossible; I totally understand that now.

Figuring out my priorities helps. I know that exercise and reading are some of the things that make me feel good and help me improve myself. One trick I do to make sure I get some exercise in is put on exercise clothes in the morning. It makes it easier to follow through if you’re already partly prepared.

As wonderful and smart as this sounds, I also really, really need to give myself breaks. I need to realize that some days the workouts are not going to happen. Part of my self care routine needs to be putting on “real” clothes! I am good with  doing my hair and having a pampered morning and night skincare routine but I don’t need to live in yoga pants 🙂  

Unfortunately I don’t have time to read books right now. I was reading something  great on my Nook a few months ago and now I can’t even tell you what it was, and you know what? I just had to accept the fact that I had to let it go for now. Right now, reading articles or magazines is what I have time for and it’s a good compromise. 

Now let’s get to the workout! You can  substitute the run with some other form of cardio if you prefer.

Run 1 mile, then:

2 rounds of

30 kettlebell swings 

20 push press (45# barbell)

30 step ups

20 bicep curls (8# dumbbells)

30 rotating side planks 

This was a great total body burner.

I had not been on the treadmill in a while so the 1 mile was totally doable!
So that’s it for today! I will be trying to post more often and stay connected. You can always follow along on Instagram (@thepetitefastinista) as well!

Photo by @oh_tilly

Have a great Friday!

Julia