Setting Realistic Goals

One of the hardest things I’ve had to do as a single, full time working Mom, is re-prioritize my daily tasks and priorities. Exercise has always been at the top for me. I always tell people that I’ve been doing it for so long it’s the equivalent to brushing my teeth. I feel better when I do it both mentally and physically. I am a better Mom, better partner, harder worker, and just a better human period.

So when you’re trying to find time for it, while taking care of a kiddo, while working a full time job, while taking care of a household, while having somewhat of a social life, (okay, you get it now) balancing everything can be difficult. Sometimes that means getting up extra early and using some free weights in my basement (I have quite the collection thanks to the Covid shut downs) and sometimes it means planning ahead. Knowing that I have an allotted amount of time on certain days where I’m able to get a workout in by myself. Those are the days I work the hardest and put the most effort in.

Sometimes it means taking my kiddo to the gym with me and getting in a quick 45 minute workout while she plays on her iPad or doodles in a coloring book. I used to feel guilty about this. Now I realize that it’s actually GOOD for her to see her Mom taking care of her body because hopefully it will encourage her to do the same. “We make time for what’s important to us." That’s such a powerful statement that has always stuck with me. I think that’s a statement for all levels of life but it definitely applies to exercise and physical activity. 

What are you doing with the down time you have? 

Is it productive? 

Do you feel fulfilled afterwards? 

Is it making you a better person? 

How can you do better with time management?