Tips For Busy Parents To Fit A Workout Into Their Day

As a busy parent, finding time to do anything is tough, especially time to workout. Here are some tips to fit some fitness into your day.

Get a jogging stroller and take the kids for walks or runs.

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Setup a backyard obstacle course and do it with the kids.

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Get up one hour earlier 3 days a week and do a workout video.

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Take the kids to the park and get a workout in with pull-ups and playing chase.

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Arrange with your spouse to take turns. When they get home you get to go to the gym.

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Have them do a workout with you. Sit-ups, pushups, running sprints in the backyard etc.

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Go for a hike. If your kids are little get a carrier to strap to you and enjoy the outdoors.

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