It can often be hard to fit in the time to train, particularly when the kids are around, for example during school holidays. But I am determined to try to keep up my training, without putting too much pressure on myself. My kids love to train with me, so I can train at home, or if I take them to the park, they have a play while I get in a workout – not needing to worry about having any equipment with me. It can be so simple to creative a workout that provides high energy. And you will feel less guilty to have a few indulgences, as you should on holidays. Everyone is happy!

Not only are body weight exercises flexible for holidays, you can do these at home too. Since becoming a mum, I realised going to the gym was hard and making time to exercise also seemed hard or even on some days very unlikely. Gym’s can be so intimidating, they certainly are for me. I soon realised that keeping fit became a hobby and helped my mental state to manage the kids and long days of being at home. If I trained, my head space was clearer and I felt like I could tackle the crazy 5pm-7pm hours each day.

With a few key body-weight exercises you can have a fantastic workout that is free! No gym memberships needed! And the kids can even get involved too. My kids love to exercise with me and are growing up with fitness it becomes a way of life. As they say – monkey see, monkey do!

Whenever I train, I always try to do exercises that will not only get my sweat on but also give me a full body workout. Below are my top body weight exercises:

SQUAT 

LUNGES 

BURPEES

PLANK – so many variations

PUSHUPS

Each of these exercises can be low impact or high impact depending on your fitness level. Getting your body moving no matter how long or short your workout is, is better than not moving at all. Don’t ever feel that even if your workout is short it’s not worth doing. I always make sure to make it count with how ever much time I have to train. 

Using your body weight is a great way to get in shape and you will be surprised at the results. 

It’s always best to start out small and build up, for example – aim for 12 squats, increase to squat jumps when you feel ready or even squats with a pulse. Or, start with push ups on your knees or off the kitchen bench, increasing as you get stronger to push ups on your toes. 

The options are endless and with no equipment required or gym membership, there is no excuse not to get your body moving. I assure you, once you have moved your body on a hard day with kids you will be able to tackle the rest of your day a whole lot easier.

Big Love,