Mom Works It Out by Angela Gillis

Angela May 3, 2023

10 Tips For Taking Better Care Of Your Teeth

Maintaining good dental health and an attractive smile is integral to maintaining overall health and extending its beauty for years. By taking good care of your teeth, you can keep that beautiful smile looking its best for longer! I’m all about caring for your mind, body, and soul, but I must admit I should take better care of my oral health. Now that I’m a mom, I am stressing the importance of oral health, and I wanted to post these little reminders. Here Are 10 Tips For Taking Better Care Of Your Teeth: 1. Brush Your Teeth Twice Each Day…

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Angela May 1, 2023

Dealing with the expectations of being a new …

Mother’s Day is always a time I reflect on being a mom, so I wanted to share some of my thoughts on the blog. It’s been six years since I had Tot, but I thought about being a mom and the things I would have known before becoming a new mom. In content creation and social media, there is a blurred view of what parenthood is like for moms. It’s not always matching outfits, made-from-scratch meals, and being highly productive throughout the day. I try to keep things real in my content, which can be challenging, even now. It takes…

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Angela April 17, 2023

Tips for running in the rain

Happy Spring! April showers bring May flowers, so that you might be heading out for some runs in the rain. Running in the rain is something I once hated, but after learning how to prepare for running in the rain, it’s not an obstacle anymore. Will I always choose to go running in the rain? No. But if it’s safe, running in the rain will always be on the table. The funny thing is I never think twice about running a race in the rain, but when it comes to training runs, there always seems to be a mental block.…

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Angela April 6, 2023

Spring break and breaking goals in March (Monthly …

It’s time to recap March 2023 and all the good things that came throughout the month. Honestly, March was a quiet month. I didn’t have a busy work month, which could be better when running a small business. I had the opportunity to spend more time with family, work on other projects, and take much-needed rest. I ran my last half marathon of the season and achieved a mega goal. All in all, March was a great month. What’s up with the running and wellness? Physically and mentally, I haven’t felt this strong in a long time. For the first…

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Angela March 29, 2023

Updated F1 USGP General Admission Tips

The new Formula 1 season is underway, and the tickets are selling fast for all the grand prix races this year. I will be attending the F1 USGP in general admission again this year, and I want to help you out if you’re going to the grand prix for the first time. I am updating my previous post on tips for general admission at the F1 United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, TX. There are some things I would like to add to the list, but that post is still relevant. Start there and…

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Angela March 23, 2023

Simple things I did to change my running …

My running mindset has been in the trash can. I got too comfortable and complacent, leaving me with a weird running mindset. I’ve never been the runner to win a race, and PRs are far behind me. I’ve been running for a long time. I’m not a fast runner; I’m a fun runner. I enjoy being around people, seeing the sights, and crossing the finish line. (My love for getting a medal has waned over the years, but I appreciate a good quality medal.) I started running in 2012, and I’m a “bit” slower ten years later. Lately, the slowness…

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Angela March 9, 2023

Finding motivation in February (Monthly wrap-up #2 2023)

It’s time for another monthly wrap-up. I don’t know what happened to me, but I got seriously motivated in February to tackle some goals. I do know what happened. In January, I ran the Hot Chocolate 10K, and I wouldn’t say I liked how I felt when I finished. I felt down about my performance, and I wanted to do better. It’s just like the Sister Hazel song, Change Your Mind. “If you want to be somebody else, If you’re tired of fighting battles with yourself. If you want to be somebody else, Change your mind.” I’ve been living in my…

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Angela February 7, 2023

Starting off the year right (Monthly wrap-up #1 2023)

The January Wrap-Up is coming in a bit late. Last year, I tried to do a weekly wrap-up, but it became overwhelming weekly, and it eventually failed. This year, I’m committing to making my blog one of my leading social media, so I’ve taken the time to evaluate what is doable. In the past, I was too ambitious about what I could accomplish. I am setting a more attainable goal to get the blog moving in the right direction. So here I am telling you the content you didn’t expect is coming in LATE. (I hate to admit it, but…

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Angela January 29, 2023

How does Ultima Beauty Collagen + Electrolytes fulfill hydration …

“Disclaimer: I received Ultima Beauty Collagen + Electrolytes to review as part of being a BibRave Ambassador. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Ambassador, and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews!” It’s hard for me to take my daily supplements; anything to make it easier to get them in is A++ in my book. Another problem I have during the winter season is staying hydrated. The cooler, less humid temps have me reaching for my water bottle less often. Having some flavored water beverages is a big win to keep me hydrated. Dehydration during the winter…

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Angela December 13, 2022

November reads: Fantasy and love stories filled my …

My November reads. I had a solid month of reading for November with six books. Let me give you a quick rundown of my reading month, and maybe you’ll find something you like! What are you currently reading? I was most excited about the book: The World We Make by N.K. Jemisin The follow-up to The City We Became is the second book in the duology. I loved the writing style, current event tie-ins, and the world-building that happened in the first book. Of course, this carried over into the second book, and I was excited to see how the story…

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Angela December 7, 2022

The truth about my half marathon training this …

My training in 2022 turned out to be less than desirable. I finished 2021 on such a high, but I couldn’t get that to carry over into the new year. What was the problem? I can’t nail down just one thing, but I was burnt out on training, family life got busy, and the motivation to do my best and better than before wasn’t in me. I spent 2021 getting into the running groove to prepare for a half marathon. I spent most of the year building my base for training. My half-marathon goal race turned out to be a…

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