"Holly, I am trying to resume Fit Yummy Mummy.

I go back to work (teaching) in 4 weeks after being off for a year (we get a year maternity in Canada).

I used to be very active at the gym (every day) I was fit and my eating habits were good. I could eat basically whatever I wanted because I worked out all the time. This second pregnancy was a hard one with me being on bed rest. I gained a lot of weight.

Now don’t get me wrong I have lost quite a bit since Fit Yummy Mummy but I am at a road block. I have the motivation, I have the desire and I try very hard to eat and work out.

I just need the energy
With 2 kids and a husband that has a busy schedule lately I need some help. Maybe you can suggest some things and energy boosters ecspecially now that its becoming colder where we live and my energy level goes down! I really want to get in shape." ~ Tina

There are a series of components that need to be in place when it comes to increasing the amount of energy you have each day. Not only do you want to have the right habits in place, you want to also eliminate the habits that are depleting your energy.

Energizing Habits

1. Eat Breakfast
You know it’s the most important meal of the day. You make sure your kids eat it…you need to eat it too. If you are eating, but just a cereal bar – try swapping it out for something more substantial. Choose a high fiber, high protein meal.

Here’s one of my Favorite Energizing Breakfasts

Rolled Oats mixed with water and 2 whipped egg whites
Topped with frozen blueberries

(I sometimes top it with a dollop of vanilla yogurt and a tiny sprinkle of walnuts –simple, satisfying, YUM!)

2. Sneak In Protein w/every meal or snack
Not only helps to maintain your energy levels, it also helps you to burn more calories than simply eating a carb-only based meal!

Instead of eating an apple for a snack
Try eating an apple and a handful of almonds.

3. Drink Green Tea
Full of antioxidants, lower levels of caffeine, will prevent you from crashing later in the day. BONUS: It helps your body burn more fat.

(NOTE– Green tea you brew – not bottled, “green tea”, full of sugar)

4. Take a Multi
If your body is lacking nutrients, it is not running as efficiently as it could. By taking a quality, daily supplement you ensure all nutrient bases are covered.

A Fit Yummy Mummy Fave => Prograde VGF+25

5. Move about Every hour
Get the blood flowing, clear your mind, work your muscles. If you can, try to get outside for some fresh air and sunshine.

Try my favorite energizing move when you find yourself sitting for long periods of time.

The Y-Squat

Energy Zappers
These are the habits you will aim to eliminate or replace.

~ Turbo-charged Energy drinks
Full of sugar and the extreme amounts of caffeine leave you feeling drained. Drink more water and try a few cups of green tea.

~ Toss the Energy Pills
Over stimulation of the brain and nervous system cause negative effects, including increased heart rate, blood pressure, insomnia, nervousness, and, once use is ended, general feelings of lethargy settle in—making them highly addictive.

~ Skipping meals
Food is energy. If you do not “refill your tank” every 3 hours, your entire body will slow down.

~ “Dead” processed foods
Nothing nourishing to offer. Undernourished bodies are not fit and are no where near energetic.

Add these Energizing Habits, get rid of the Energy Zappers and you will be amazed at how much your energy levels sore, feeling more energetic and ready to take on each and every day!

Enjoy your newfound energy!

Holly Rigsby America’s #1 Busy Mom Fat Loss Expert, ACE certified personal trainer, author of FitYummyMummy.com  Her favorite Prograde product is Prograde Longevity.  A 16 Week Lifestyle System for Busy Moms, helping moms burn the baby fat and get their body back in just 90 minutes a week. Holly is also founder of ClubFYM.com ~ The Support Community where Moms can get connected, feel supported and successfully transform their bodies and their lives.

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