Win a Firm Cardio Sculpt DVD
August 11, 2008 by Cherie Burbach
Filed under Parenting
Fitting in exercise has always been a difficult thing for me and my friends. It seems that it’s the one thing we tend to put off, with the good intention of getting a workout in after we finish work, or first thing when we get up, or perhaps even after we put the kids to bed. (Which might mean that you’re exercising at 10:00 at night!)
Getting fit with your kids is probably the best way to add a little balance to your life. Then again, it doesn’t always work out that way.
I used to head to the gym, but as I started to get busier my visits were less and less. Now, I work out with DVDs at home and they really help. I think having a collection that you can vary depending in your mood is key.
To that end, I’ve got a DVD of The Firm Cardio Sculpt to give away to one Career and Kids reader. I’m also interested in how each of you fit in exercise with a busy schedule and kids. So to enter this giveaway, leave a comment on this post with the way you keep fit with a busy life. There are no wrong answers. In fact, if you say you currently DON’T fit in exercise right now I will surely understand! Go ahead and comment anyway. Just be sure to do it by Sunday, August 17th.
I’ll choose a winner at random and announce the lucky guy or gal the next day.
I try to go to the YMCA at least 4 times a week. I do it early in the am while my husband watches the kids.
Lots of walking
Leslie Sansone walking videos.
I go running when I can.
I clean houses for a living so that keeps me somewhat active. I could still use some help with some cardio training though.
I get up before everyone else gets up and do my exercise first thing. Then I shower and dress and I’m ready for the day.
schedule exercise in my planner
I do aerobics and/or strength training every day as soon as everyone gets off to school!
I like walking on my treadmill
I love walking but its way to hot out there. I dance with my toddler and with every daily activity I try to add some toning and strengthing, like standing in front of the sink to wash dishes or baby, I can do squats, knee bends or side twists. I chase him around the house and play games like all around the mulberry bush (pushing him around in a plastic box then at the end with, “Pop goes the weasel!” I pick him up high in the air - he likes to do it over and over and over so after a while I can really feel it in my arms and tummy!
Sometimes I do this walking program that comcast has - and the baby likes to do it too - or be held while I do it! Its easier then walking outside, a 15 minutes walk - or half an hour back and forth can have my face deep lobster red and not from exertion -from the heat~
I try to wake up before everyone and get a little workout in. I also like to go to the walking park after dinner.
I try to exercise. I have heard that The Firm is one of the best.
Walking and a lot of running.
I do Pilates about three times a week but I need to fit in more cardio, to be honest. I just can’t seem to find the motivation - maybe this DVD would help!
I try to walk to the store and bank at least a couple of times a week.
I always walk my dog twice a day and try to squeeze in as long a walk as possible.
3 boys keep me busy…playing sports outside etc. I need something to do during down time at home!!
I’m really busy so I need to do little things every day like leg exercises while I’m sitting at my desk at work or parking the car farther away in the parking lot. It all adds up!
Danielle - ddevizia@gmail.com
I exercise at home with a friend.We pop in a
DVD and start exercising.We like to walk alot
too.Thanks for the giveaway
I try to ride my stationary bicycle when I am watching T.V.
I schedule my exercise 30 minutes each day and love to walk my dogs. They keep me busy.
I walk but really need to find a routine to do
swimming mostly!
I walk around the neighboorhood and the mall but I need to do more.
i walk a lot!
My best answer to staying fit is setting my alarm a half hour earlier and watching (and participating in) an exercise program. Thanks for this chance.
The treadmill is my salvation.
I find my time to workout during tv hours. I have an elliptical in my living room and am not allowed to watch my favorite shows unless i’m on it!
I try to walk to and from places via a far parking space. Every little bit counts!
walk a lot
I take the stairs at work and go for walks on my breaks.
walking
I use exercise DVDs every weekday and take the weekends off. it only takes 1/2 hour to an hour out of my day, and when I keep tabs on how many calories I eat per day, it keeps me alert and feeling good.
I use the treadmill!
elliptical machine, thanks for the giveaway
My busy life doesn’t make staying fit easy.
i get my exercise gardening and make my yard gorgeous at the same time
I try to walk instead of driving somewhere if it’s not too far.
I haven’t been good about fitting in exercise, but I need to.
I try to swim at least twice a week. I also try to walk twice a week.
I have to continue watcing what I eat since I can’t always work out.
I have to give up free time in the evenings to work out.