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3 Quick Workouts for Busy Moms to Stay Active in the New Year

3 Quick Workouts for Busy Moms to Stay Active in the New Year

3 quick workouts for busy moms to stay active in the new year. As a single mom of four living in Mexico, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to stay consistent with fitness. Between homeschooling, running a household, and chasing after kids, finding time for yourself can feel impossible. However, I’ve learned that prioritizing movement doesn’t have to be time-consuming or complicated—it’s all about being intentional and making the most of the time you have.

This year, I’ve started back on my weight gain journey, focusing on home workouts and high-protein meals to fuel my body. Staying active is not just about fitness for me—it’s about showing my kids the importance of self-care and creating a foundation of health and strength. If you’re looking for quick, effective ways to stay active, here are three workouts you can do at home, no matter how busy your schedule is.

Full Body Workout (15 Minutes)

This workout hits all the major muscle groups in just 15 minutes. It’s perfect for building strength and burning calories while keeping your kids entertained or occupied nearby.

What You’ll Do:

  • Jumping Jacks (1 minute): A quick cardio burst to warm up.
  • Push-Ups (30 seconds): Modify to your knees if needed.
  • Bodyweight Squats (1 minute): Focus on proper form to protect your knees.
  • Plank Hold (30 seconds): Engage your core and keep your back straight.
  • Rest (30 seconds): Catch your breath and sip some water.

Repeat this circuit 3 times. If your little ones want to join in, let them! My kids love trying to “beat” me during jumping jacks or planks.

High Intensity Tabata (10 Minutes)

If you’re short on time but want to feel the burn, Tabata is your best friend. This high-intensity interval workout alternates 20 seconds of effort with 10 seconds of rest. It’s quick, effective, and leaves no excuses for skipping a workout.

Sample Tabata:

  • Burpees (20 seconds): A full-body move that gets your heart pumping.
  • Rest (10 seconds)
  • Mountain Climbers (20 seconds): Drive your knees toward your chest as quickly as possible.
  • Rest (10 seconds)
  • Jump Squats (20 seconds): Add a little explosiveness to your squat.
  • Rest (10 seconds)
  • Plank Shoulder Taps (20 seconds): Keep your core tight while alternating shoulder taps.
  • Rest (10 seconds)

Repeat the cycle twice for a full 10-minute sweat session.

Pro Tip: Set your kids up with their favorite activity while you knock this out. Even better, get them to join in for a family fitness challenge!

Strength-Focused Resistance Band Workout (20 Minutes)

Resistance bands are lightweight, affordable, and effective for toning muscles. Plus, they’re kid-safe if left lying around!

What You’ll Do:

  • Band Squats (12 reps): Loop the band above your knees to add resistance.
  • Seated Rows (12 reps): Sit on the floor, wrap the band around your feet, and pull the ends toward you like rowing a boat.
  • Bicep Curls (12 reps): Step on the band with both feet and curl the ends toward your shoulders.
  • Lateral Band Walks (10 steps each direction): Keep the band above your knees, squat slightly, and step side to side.

Complete 3 rounds of this workout for a total-body toning session. It’s great for building strength, especially if you’re working toward a weight gain goal like me.

Tips To Stay On Track

Set Realistic Goals: Start small and be consistent. Even 10 minutes a day adds up over time.

Include the Kids: Turn workouts into family bonding time. It’s fun, and they’ll love being part of your fitness journey.

Fuel Your Body: As part of my weight gain journey, I eat high-protein meals daily. Think lean meats, eggs, beans, and protein shakes to support muscle growth and recovery.

Remember You’re Worth it

3 Quick Workouts for Busy Moms to Stay Active in the New Year

These 3 quick workouts for busy moms to stay active in the new year will jumpstart your lifestyle change. As moms, we often put ourselves last, but taking time for your health benefits everyone. Staying active boosts your energy, improves your mood, and sets a powerful example for your children.

The new year is the perfect time to focus on your fitness goals, no matter how busy life gets. Whether you’re squeezing in a 10-minute Tabata or a full-body circuit while the kids play, remember: consistency is key, and progress is what matters most.

Here’s to staying active, healthy, and unstoppable in the new year!

Happy New Year,
Niesha a.k.a The Fearless Mommy

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Embracing Healing: My Journey to Mental Wellness as a Survivor

Hey there, amazing moms! I’m excited to share with you a deeply personal aspect of my journey—one that has shaped me in profound ways and continues to be a beacon of hope and resilience. In 2018, I made the courageous decision to flee an emotionally and physically abusive relationship, setting forth on a path of healing and self-discovery. Today, I want to delve into why prioritizing healing is crucial for our mental health and why every day presents a new opportunity to focus on our journey toward wellness.

Healing for Mental Wellness: Embracing Self-Love

After experiencing the trauma of abuse, it’s easy to lose sight of our own worth and value. However, through my healing journey, I’ve come to realize that self-love is not only essential but non-negotiable. Every day, I make a conscious effort to show myself kindness, compassion, and understanding. I recognized that I am deserving of love and respect, both from others and from myself.

Healing for Mental Wellness: Breaking the Cycle

One of the most profound realizations I’ve had on my healing journey is the importance of breaking the cycle of abuse—not just for myself, but for my children and future generations. By prioritizing my mental health and well-being, I am creating a ripple effect of healing and empowerment that extends far beyond my own experiences. Every step I take toward healing is a step toward creating a brighter, safer future for myself and my loved ones.

Finding Strength in Vulnerability

Healing is not always easy, and there are moments when the journey feels overwhelming. Equally important, I’ve learned that true strength lies in embracing vulnerability and reaching out for support when needed. Whether it’s seeking therapy, confiding in trusted friends, or engaging in self-care practices, I’ve discovered that there is immense power in acknowledging my own needs and allowing myself to be supported along the way.

To my fellow moms who may be on their own healing journey, I want to remind you that every day is a new opportunity to focus on your well-being and prioritize your mental health. No matter where you are in your journey, know that you are not alone, and there is hope for healing and transformation. Embrace self-love, break the cycle of abuse, find strength in vulnerability, and know that you are deserving of healing and happiness. Together, let’s continue to support and uplift one another as we navigate the beautiful, messy, and ultimately empowering journey of healing.

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How to use fitness as a form of self-care

People are often amazed when I tell them I use fitness as a form of self-care. Being in the gym does something to my mental; it calms me down and helps me focus on the present.

I can remember around this time last year I wasn’t worried as much of caring to practice self-care. To be honest that was the last thing on my mind. I often had to remind myself that caring for three children that I have to hold myself more accountable.

Some people have a misconception about people with lean body types. Most people assume that I don’t need to workout because of my lean body type. I have my reasons and not being in shape is one of them.

I want to share three reasons why I use fitness as a form of self-care.

Three Reasons on how I use fitness as a form of self-care

First Reason

  • To stay stress-free

Second Reason

  • Being a single mother it’s one of those activities I can enjoy by myself at the expense of a monthly membership

Third Reason

  • It never gets boring

Let’s Dig Deeper

First Reason

  • With the demands of mothering three little humans all by myself stress is something that I know can slip up on me. To be honest, I don’t necessarily know what it feels like to be stressed. In my opinion, if I am worrying then I am stressing. Anytime, I am feeling other than myself I know that I have to step back from whatever I’m doing to regroup. My advice is knowing your body, your way of thinking can help prevent stress before it comes. Being in the gym the only thing I focus on are my exercises and the music I’m listening to at that moment.

Second Reason

  • Being a single mother and having to budget monthly can sometimes put a damper on anything outside of the necessities for your family. For me, I make myself a priority which means my membership with my local “Planet Fitness” is a MUST. They have the option of a $10 or $20 membership. I chose the $20 membership because anywhere I travel to that has a “Planet Fitness” I can utilize my benefits. It comes out of my bank account monthly. As mothers it must be something you are serious about. Moms until you decide to make your health a priority you will continue to put yourself on the back-burner.

Third Reason

  • Since making a pledge to put myself first I wanted to make sure I had a variation in my exercises so that I don’t get bored easily. Back in January of 2018, when I first started at “Planet Fitness” I participated in the group fitness classes because I knew I wanted to tone & gain muscle but didn’t know what exercises to do to achieve such results. I currently find inspiration for my exercises from the internet (Pinterest & social media) & from the group fitness classes. I’ve found that a variation in my exercises keeps it interesting & exciting.

After reading my reasons on how I use fitness as a form of self-care I hope that you choose to make your health a priority. Most of the time as mothers we run on empty fluids and I wonder how we make it through. I’m guilty of ensuring my children get things before I do most of the time. Most of the time, it’s okay to do such but sometimes simple things like buying a new outfit could be necessities for us but we opt out of it because we feel guilty for doing so.

Self-care comes in so many ways whether tangible or intangible. Just like the kids need new things we do too. Moms I’m here to tell you stop feeling guilty for buying those new shoes, sterling silver necklace or even a new computer that you want. It’s time to start treating yourself just like you do the kids with no hesitation.

We work hard to treat ourselves; every so often. Moms take the pledge with me to treat yourself monthly with an outing, a special gift or even just a $10 or $20 gym membership.

Moms let me know what ways you show yourself love with some self-care. Drop it in the comments below.

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Vow to Celibacy – The Fearless Mommy

In today’s article I will talk about my vow to celibacy. Have you read “Becoming Celibate after Being Sexually Active“? If not, read by clicking above.

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What Now

Committing to celibacy requires a vow. The vow states what’s the purpose and how you plan to stay the course. When I say refrain from intimacy I mean that I will not have physical intimacy at all. I know some might think how could a millennial mother do such a thing. Well, I am going to share a few reasons why.

Why Celibacy

Reason #1

To grow my spiritual relationship with God – I will admittedly say I had grown away from God. I always had good intentions to grow my relationship with God but I grew away from the unknown. I am getting back into the word and will commit to my daily lessons.

Raising three children it’s a must that I show them God is the creator and provider of everything. Since joining our church my oldest is learning more about God and what he has done for us. It make me proud that she enjoys learning about God.

Reason #2

To understand and know that my body is a temple – I have grown to understand that having physical intimacy with the other sex depending on the agreement of the relationship can lead to short term commitments and some times long term commitments. In most cases short term commitments mean becoming friends with benefits which usually ends up with no commitment at all.

When most women engage in relationships of this sort they tend to feel used and lead on. Or in most cases in a long term commitment the level of intimacy is a deal breaker. For example, if a man and woman started off having physical intimacy and one day either party wanted to switch that up and practice celibacy it could lead to a break up.

Reason #3

To practice self-love and self-care at a new level – Most would look at me and assume I’ve always had high self-esteem when in doubt at times I questioned it.

I was picked on in high school and thinking back on it now I never talked to anyone about it because I didn’t see it as a issue. I got picked on because of my big feet (I believe I wore a 9-10 in high school) and being skinny. Fast forward to today I on a high because I am a woman that thinks and speaks highly of herself. I am still skinny but I have embraced my physique without caring what anyone thinks or says. Now speaking on self-care I have learned to just take care of myself at all cost. In order to take care of my children my health is just as important.

My Vow to Celibacy

I bet you are wondering why make a vow to celibacy? While going through this phase in my life I have managed to vow to myself that I will not engage in any physical intimacy. I promise not to engage any activities that could lead to breaking this vow. Not saying that I can’t date but knowing that I don’t have to engage in anything that will trigger involvement that I know will break my vow. I will acknowledge and say I am happily dating and the difference is I am dating with a purpose in mind. The purpose is to meet a like-minded man that has a relationship with God, respects my decision to vow to celibacy until marriage, have similar goals and wants to build a family.

Activities That Could Lead to Breaking My Vow

  • Sleeping in the same bed
  • Staying in the same apartment/house
  • Drinking too much

Those are a few that I can think of right off the top of my head. I am sure there are more but I am sure you all grasp the concept. Do not put yourself in situations that can trigger your weakness and allow your flesh to give in.

Promise Ring

When I decided I was going through with the whole celibacy thing I told my close friends that I was buying myself a promise ring. All of my friends that I told were happy and encouraged my decision to want more. I made sure to explain my vow to celibacy. The promise ring symbolizes the vow I made to myself and serves as a reminder that this ring will stay on my ring finger until it is replaced. The promise ring will remain on my ring finger until it is replaced with an engagement ring and than my wedding ring. Most may not understand this concept but coming from a woman that knows her worth and what she can bring to the table any man that I come into contact with will have to understand my logic for doing this.

Conclusion

I am writing to the moms/women who are struggling to find love. The women who know their worth and will not settle for anything less than the best. In practicing celibacy you will learn that you are sacrificing a lot but knowing that the results will be even greater will bring joy and ease to your life.

Moms & Women if you are practicing celibacy and are looking to make a vow to yourself let’s talk. Leave a comment below!

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My Lessons Learned in 2018 (And How To Live a Fearless Life in 2019!)

I sat and reflected on my lessons learned in 2018.

2018 was quite a year for me.

I’m sure I’m not the only one that felt that way.

There were things that took a toll on me personally and professionally. I want to talk about my lessons learned.

At the top of 2018 I had just welcomed my third child into the world. She had just turned one month at the beginning of 2018; my anxiety at this point was intense because I didn’t know how I would handle three children. Well let’s just say I made it through. She turned one last month. Yayy!!!!

Things that happened to me in 2018:

  • removed me and my kids from a toxic environment
  • me and the kids moved into a new place
  • my honda was re-possessed
  • my two youngest children lost their father in late 2018

Those four events that happened to me in 2018 would have knocked down the average person instead it made me stronger.

I look back and wonder how did I ever allow myself to get into such a toxic situation? The only thing I can think is God wanted me to experience the bad in order to appreciate the good.

Throughout all the things I experienced in 2018 I remained resilient because I knew things would get better. Better than I could ever imagine.

Things I learned in 2018:

Lesson #1

I learned how to not overextend myself – Being a mother of three I had to learn to prioritize work, self care and time for family/friends. I will admit this took some work and advice from my therapist. I’m always that person that offers to help others but in return don’t get much back. Let’s be clear I don’t ask for anything in return but it’s the gesture that counts. I am selfless but I have learned to limit my commitment to others and focus on self.

Lesson #2

Make sure I am prioritizing things on my to do list based on urgency. I tend to make a list of 10 plus things and will drive myself crazy trying to do everything. It became quite crazy that I had to remove myself from blogging and figure out if this was something I really wanted to do. I will admit it helped a lot. It helped me create a plan to simplify everything.

Lesson #3

Strong willed individuals suffer in silence in different parts of their life – I am one strong willed individual and within my circle I had certain people that knew bits and pieces of what was actually going on in my life. I don’t know if it was the fear of being judged or not really feeling the connection of confiding in them. Either way all of my close friends found out and advised me never to hide anything from them. I felt really assured that they have me and my children’s best interest at heart.

Lesson #4

It’s okay to talk to a professional (My therapist is bomb!) I found talking to someone you don’t know helps eases the fear of being judged.

In conclusion

My lessons learned in 2018 may not seem like much to some but to some they may have went through similar situations and this could be hope that things will get better. These things didn’t happen to hurt me but to make me a stronger person. Everyday I am constantly working to be a better mother, daughter, sister and friend. I will admit nowadays I am more intentional of my actions. If I feel like something is not a good choice I don’t participate or entertain it and vice versa.

I plan to be fearless in 2019 by simply being myself.

I can go on and on about my lessons learned in 2018, therefore, I want to know at least one lesson you learned in 2018 to help you better prepare for 2019?

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