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[quote=Anonymous]Start with just a few days that you can flex time and commit. For me its Saturday mornings, Tuesday at lunch, and Friday morning. I put it on my calendar and don't let other things interfere. I block the Tuesday 60 minutes at lunch as a reoccurring meeting on my calendar. I use the gym in my office building. Fridays I get up early and don't get my kids ready. My husband works from home so he is fine taking that duty. Saturday mornings I just get up and out the door while everyone else is lounging. (I have to miss an occasional Saturday if there is an early soccer game)

On other days if I happen to have time I do at home workouts or walk. I listen to podcasts or call my mom while I walk.

I'm not in tip top shape but I do prioritize movement and know it helps mentally as much as physically.

As your kids age it becomes significantly easier. For example my DH joined a gym near my son's soccer practice field, and he takes him to practice in the evenings twice a week and works out then picks him up. Its a built in free 75 minutes since DS is old enough (3rd grade) to attend practice without parental involvement. I don't feel good when I work out in the evening, so I take on other tasks like grocery shopping, laundry at that time. Find those pockets of time and commit to use them![/quote]

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