Mom Works It Out by Angela Gillis

Angela February 8, 2024

Monthly Wrap Up 2024 #1 – January

It’s time to hit the highs and lows of the previous month. January was a hard month for me, and it became a time for moving forward instead of trying to set goals and meet achievements. January is always when people start resetting and seeking new adventures. I spent the month trying to feel like a normal person. At the end of December, I had a miscarriage at 11 weeks, and on December 29th, I had my D&C. This was a hard way to end and start a year. Having a miscarriage changed me considerably. When it happened, I took…

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Angela February 7, 2024

4 Unexpected Skills Runners Need To Succeed

When you start running, you assume it’s going to be an easy ride. No need to go to the gym. No need for complex equipment or routine. But in reality, if you want to go far as a runner, you need to start learning new skills. Not just how to run, but also how to support your passion for running. And truth be told, the journey is going to take you in unexpected directions. If you are looking for ways to level up your running game, the best answer you can get is to diversify your skill set. Think of…

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Angela February 6, 2024

How To Maintain Your Hair As A Busy …

As a busy mom, many things are taking your attention; often enough, there’s little time left for yourself. It’s something to be mindful of regarding your health, happiness, and mental well-being. If you’re not looking after yourself enough, it can impact those around you, like your loved ones. Maintaining your hair as a busy mom is easy enough when you know the tips and tricks to handle your mane, regardless of your hair type. That said, let’s look at how to maintain your hair as a busy mom. Image Source Know your hair type First and foremost, know what your…

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Angela February 5, 2024

How to Stay Healthy as a Family Unit

Trying to stay healthy as a family with everything modern life demands can be challenging. But you can include healthy activities in your family’s day-to-day life. It means changing your family life, such as getting outside and drinking more water. Exercise Together as a Family One of the most powerful ways to get healthy together is by simply exercising. Exercise as a family is easier than ever, and you can use it to your advantage. For example, if you enjoy exercise more than others, you can use something as simple as a family walk in the park as a chest…

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Angela January 22, 2024

Back to Healthy Living After Baby: A Mom’…

Hey there, awesome new mama! A big high-five to you for bringing that tiny, utterly cute, and, yes, super needy little one into your life! Ready to dive back into being healthy and fit, mom-style? Just because you’re a mom now doesn’t mean you should forget about your own health. You’re totally going to rock this! So, those first few weeks (or, let’s be real, months) with your newborn, huh? It’s like you’re in the middle of a beautiful, crazy storm. Your days are filled with feedings, diaper changes, and trying to figure out why your little one is…

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Angela January 14, 2024

Tips for Creating the Perfect Home Gym

Does the idea of having a gym at home appeal to you? If this is the case, you can make your dreams a reality. However, before you can do this, there are a few things you need to bear in mind. You want to do these things as quickly as possible so your dream can come to fruition. Here’s a look at the main things you must consider when creating an at-home gym. Define the Space One of the first things you need to do is define where you want the gym to be. Your space must be allocated and…

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Angela January 3, 2024

How Couples Can Balance Out Financial Independence and …

In the intricate dance of love and money, achieving harmony requires mastering the delicate balance between financial independence and interdependence. At one point in time, everyone needs to have financial maturity and general money management, and one of the best ways to do so is through growing up, learning, and just things like that. But of course, you don’t always pick this up naturally; sometimes, it’s learning through other ways, like talking it out, such as with your partner. When it comes to the nuanced terrain of shared and individual financial goals, it can be tricky, especially when trying to…

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Angela December 29, 2023

4 Ways To Incorporate Fitness Into Your Family’s …

Fitness is essential for every family member, regardless of age. It’s the key to helping the little ones develop strong bones and muscles and plays a crucial role in healthy aging in seniors. Incorporating fitness into your family’s routine effectively ensures that your family remains physically active and healthy. Thankfully, studies show that 89% of parents love being physically active with their kids. But physical activities alone are not enough to do the trick. The following tips can help you incorporate fitness into your family’s routine. Establish fitness goals Set fitness goals or objectives that the whole family can work towards daily, weekly, or…

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Angela December 28, 2023

What Can You Do To Take Better Care …

Are you taking care of your mental health the way that you should be? The answer is probably not because most of us don’t put enough focus on this aspect of health. We all prefer to work on our physical health, which there is absolutely nothing wrong with, but this doesn’t mean that you can allow your mental health to suffer. You must look after both sides of your health as much as possible to keep you in the best possible shape. In this article, we will focus on what you can do to take better care of your mental…

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Angela December 23, 2023

How to Overcome Insecurity During Your Workouts

Embarking on a fitness journey can be an empowering and transformative experience. However, the journey is not always smooth, and insecurities about our bodies or abilities can cast a shadow on our motivation. To a degree, nearly everyone battles insecurities, but when it comes to exercising, it’s almost counterintuitive if you think about it. You do this to better yourself, to improve your health, to become more agile, and the endorphins, too, of course! But at the same time, you might feel nervous or even anxious. What if people are watching? What if you’re not doing it right? What causes uneven abs?…

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Angela December 19, 2023

Shopping Smart for Your New Baby: What You …

Having a baby is undoubtedly an exciting milestone in your life; it is also surprisingly expensive! Those little bundles of joy come with many needs and requirements that you need to meet if you want to keep them, and you are happy and healthy, so you need to be prepared for the outlay. Photo by Pixabay from Pexels That being said, many more products are aimed at babies on the market than you need to bring into your home and your life. So. below, we are going to take a look at the things you do need when shopping for your baby,…

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