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[quote=Anonymous]I have three: 9, 7, and 4.  I've worked out before, during, and after my pregnancies, and would describe myself as more fit now (at age 39) than I was before kids.  Mostly, I think that's because I've found more efficient - and effective - workouts.  I work out most days in some format or another, and I work outside the home in a pretty high-level, stressful job.

My tips: 
- Figure out how to fit in workouts whenever and wherever you can.  My office has a gym, and I try to squeeze something in every day.  I do it whenever it fits into my schedule - sometimes at 11, sometimes at 3, sometimes over lunch.  It's my 45 minutes of personal time a day (I usually eat lunch at my desk, or attend work lunches).  If I can't work out, I try to build in as many walks as I can - add them in to my commute, or walk to meetings.  Make sure to take the stairs.
- Find efficient workouts.  Popsugar fitness changed my life in terms of different types of workouts that could be done in short spurts.  Waiting for the pasta to cook?  I'd put my ipad in the kitchen and do a 5 minute arm workout.  Kids getting ready for bed?  10 minutes of legs.  
- Get your kids involved.  I've had mine near me since I was doing Tracy Anderson post-partum DVD (with the baby in their pumpkin seat).  Now mine get involved with me (they're all excellent at planks!) or play near me.  They understand that this is my time, and usually respect it.  Also, use jogging strollers, bike seats, etc.  My 7 year old likes to jog with me now, or I run with my 9 year old while she rides her bike.

As for eating, I cook most meals.  Lots of veggies and grains, but still dessert every night.

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