Don't Look Now But Summer's Here!

Published 21 May 08 07:34 AM | Trish

It sure doesn't feel like it here in NJ, but summer is right around the corner with Memorial Day weekend upon us.

And with that thought - happy though it is for the kiddies - comes one of the most dreaded thoughts for many of us.....

BATHING SUITS!!!  YIKES!!!

But, at Phit-n-Phat, we've been preparing for this and we're ready, right girls?  In a couple weeks we'll wrap up the Fast and Furious challenge, which has seen a bunch of fat and inches melt off us.  And while we may not be 100% comfortable in those 2-piece suits, we are all in a lot better shape than we were LAST year!

And we'll be spending the rest of this week and next to get you ready to handle the summer events like BBQ's, pool parties and keggers (Beer) when it comes to eating.  And our June challenge will help you kick it ALL up a notch!

One of the big challenges faced by moms is that the kids will be out of school soon.  And this may end up changing your schedule hugely because now you have to figure out what to do with them PLUS fitting in your workouts. Here are some ideas to help with this:

  • Cardio that involves walks in the neighborhood (Boot-Camp Style Power Walks are not only great exercise but fun for the kids, too!)
  • Use that pool!!   If you'll be spending time poolside, you've got one of the best exercise machines at your disposal!!  We'll be posting some swim routines soon to help and swimming laps alone will get your heartrate up and help with toning.
  • Check out your gym to see if they offer kids' programs.  My gym, for example, is expaning their "Kidz Fit" program and I'm hoping they will have a time that my DD can join.
  • Enter a 5K (run or walk), take a hike, take a bike ride, play with the kids on the playground - remember, exercise doesn't have to be confined to an hour at the gym.  There are lots of outdoor activities this time of year that you can do with your family and get a workout in, too!
  • Don't forget YOU time! With all the vacations, parties, etc. summer can be anything BUT relaxing.  And stress is one of the biggest obstacles in weight loss - coritsol, the hormone secreted when we are under stress, acts to increase blood sugar and blood pressure. 

Our goal at PnP is to make sure you're not only ready for summer, but that you enjoy it too!!  You've earned it!!

 

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Comments

# Lorie said on May 21, 2008 09:37 AM:

Great Blog Trish!!   It's funny to me to actually look 'forward' to summer.  Summer for me now means swimsuits, and sleeveless shirts.  I used to look forward to winter, which we all know means layers and layers of clothes.

Thanks PnP!!!!

# Dawn said on May 21, 2008 10:37 AM:

Isn't it awesome to not dread putting on that swimsuit. I cannot tell you how many times I would AVOID swimming or going canoeing or to the lake just so I would not have to put on a swimsuit. I know everyone here can relate.  BUT NOT ANYMORE!!  I can't sport a 2 piece but I don't look too shabby in a one piece considering I was over 200 pounds at one point and I have had 2 kiddos.  BRING ON SUMMER!

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