Check us out on BonjourBlissBlog.com
Check out the official blog post on Bonjourblissblog.com and check out some of the great shots from our workout together. I'm so glad my daughter has a new workout buddy for life!
We had lots of fun incoporating hula hoops and kettlebells, but for the most part we focused on bodyweight exercises; we kept it really simple (especially since the girls were with us).
Mommy Crush Monday - Chrissy Teigen!
#MCM Mommy Crush Monday goes to Chrissy Teigen who is expecting her first baby! Who doesn't love this down-to-earth supermodel, who also happens to be an enthusiastic home cook and passionate eater? Her cookbook is preety incredible. Check it out if you haven't already - Cravings Cookbook!
10 Things About Me!
Happy Sunday FUNday! Tagged by the beautiful mama Lana Michele to share 10 more facts about me for Unite In Motherhood's anniversary! So here goes:
Ain't No Thing But a Kettlebell Swing
If you knew me pre-Harper, I could be found in the gym 6 days a week for hours at a time. Things have changed and prorities have shifted; exercise is often 20-30 minutes at a time now and usually done in the comfort of my 800 square foot condo. Otherwise, I'm sneaking out at lunch hour to get in a quick workout at the local Goodlife.
Happy Birthday, Toronto!
Happy 182nd birthday to our city! I love this city, the people in it and everything there is to do in Toronto. Tonight we found a local meditation class and this weekend we will be will be hitting the AGO for Family Sundays!!
I thought I would share 10 interesting facts about our beautiful city, Toronto. Some of them I had no idea about either.
What's New In Fitness?
Out with the old and in with the new? Not so fast! I try my best to keep up with the hottest new trends in fitness, but sometimes the best moves are the old school traditional ones done years and years ago.
Here are three somewhat “new” fitness classes to hit the scene, which I think are worth checking out!
Self-Love 101
February is the month of love, so we're on the LOT 801 blog today talking about the importance of SELF-LOVE!
Baby Steppin' Back into Fitness
It's the weekend and there's lots to do, but if you do have a few extra minutes for a quick read about easing back into fitness after having a babe, check us out on The Rebel Mama blog. We touch on optimal postpartum moves to partnering with a pelvic floor physiotherapist! If you're also wondering if I saw a Pelvic Floor PT, I did. I went to the Proactive Pelvic Health Centre and I highly recommend them if you're local to Toronto!
Fascial Stretch Therapy
How many of you mamas are rolling it out? I definitely don't use my roller as much as I should to help massage out that muscle tightness (my mini plays with it more than I do) and let’s be serious, what I really needed was some major work to strengthen, lengthen and basically balance out my entire body! I had my first Fascial Stretch Therapy session this past weekend with the amazing trainer, Sarah (IG: @thestretchtherapist) and it’s changing my life - how I walk, stand, and exercise.
Form is Everything!
Proper form is everything! This girl is schooling me on her push up technique. When the boss says one more rep, I listen!
Happy (and Healthy) Valentine's Day
Wishing you a happy and healthy Valentine’s Day. Okay maybe gluten-free chocolate isn’t exactly on the menu, but we hope you celebrate LOVE not only today but every day of the year!! I'm sure you also had some time to satisfy your sweet tooth too!
Mom Bun Life
It's the long weekend here and it's also NBA All Star maddness here in Toronto ! MOM BUN LIFE JUST GOT REAL!!! But before we chill out and keep up with all the NBA activity happening in the city, we're going to squeeze in a kettlebell workout:
Healthy Snacks for Super Bowl
Super Bowl is hereeand we're pretty excited because we made Naturopathic Doctor, Rachel Schwartzman's, raw vegan energy balls. And they are delicious! I'm sure they will be a hit over the wings and nachos during Super Bowl!
30-Day Challenge Progress: Cheryl
NTM 30-Day Challenge Progress: I couldn't help but share the progress of one awesome mama from the January 30-Day Challenge. Cheryl is a full-time teacher and mother to 2-year old Charlotte. I am so proud of Cheryl because in 30 days she lost 10 lbs., 4 inches off her waist and 3 inches off her hips!! AMAZING!! Plus, she trimmed a total of 5.5 inches off her thighs. The numbers are incredible, but the most important thing is that Cheryl feels healthier, happier and better about herself; she is driven to keep on going!
New Month, New Goals!
Hellooooo February! This is us before we're a sweaty mess! We're ready to kick off the new month with some new goals. Here's what we plan to do this evening:
Is Your Butt Up For A Squat Challenge?
If you're tired of wearing baggy sweaters that hang below the bum to hide your not-so-there derriere, then read on! No Tummy Mommy released their first squat challenge that is simple and effective ... and mommy approved!
Baby got back.
As I speak to more and more mothers, there are common concerns that always come up including the fluffy tummy, the flat butt and the flabby back. Don’t we all wish to go back to the days when we could wear a tank without worrying about that awful “bulge under the bra”?
#MCM Mommy Crush Monday - Reese
#MCM Mommy Crush Monday goes to the beautiful Reese Witherspoon who is an avid runner and was also on a recent cover of Women's Health Magazine. 💪🏼
We've joined the Rebel Mamas!
It's official - No Tummy Mommy is now part of The Rebel Mama tribe as a fitness & health contributor. If you've never checked out the blog, you're missing out. This is definitely no ordinary "mom blog".
Arm Yourself, Mama!
Did you know that almost all mothers out there complain about flabby and out-of-shape arms?! You're not alone because this is an area of concern for many ... especially us moms. Despite lifting and lugging a diaper bag, a toddler and loads of groceries on the daily, we still want to tighten and tone our arms. Those tasks alone are a pretty decent arm workout, but if you want to get serious about shaping those arms of yours here are a few simple exercises you can try all in the comfort of your own home!