My Little Trainers

When I go to the gym, it's a mommy break for me. It's nice to get out of the house and do something for myself, and I am seeing more and more that this is a great benefit to my children. They are my most enthusiastic cheerleaders. More importantly, they are getting excited about their own fitness and health. None of my children have any kind of weight issues. So, I make sure to remind them that they are already the ideal size for their ages, and they should just make sure to get lots of fresh air and exercise through playing.

When I am at home doing my trainer prescribed home workout routines, it's a totally different story. I have at least one little trainer at all times, and a few spectators. The baby gets impatient, and I have to stop and nurse her sometimes. Other than that, she just sits in her bouncy chair or plays on a blanket. This past Monday, I let her in on the action, and she loved it.

The new weights Matt bought me were perfect. It was really challenging, but doable. My arms are getting stronger!! It's awesome. It also makes me constantly think of Proverbs 31:17 "She dresses herself with strength and makes her arms strong." I've been intimidated by this verse in the past, but now I'm pretty excited about it. I'm actually enjoying weight training and cardio, and today I get to start calisthenics. I'm not so sure those 20 chin ups are going to happen, but it will be entertaining for my little trainers!

The kids took some pictures of my Monday home workout. I hope they encourage other moms of littles not to see your children as a hindrance. It is helping me to just include them. The kids are having fun with it too. I told Isaiah that he can join in and do my calisthenics with me today! He'll probably beat me. ;)