Happy New Year

Back to reality moms! Rough morning at my house getting the kids up and out the door. When I woke up my 1st grader, all she kept saying was "but it's dark outside?" Oh the joy of sleeping in over the holidays. Now that we're back in the normal routine of school and work, it's also time to resume our normal wellness routine. That's right - no more holiday cookies, indulging in the mid-week cocktails, or grazing on hors d'œuvres. No more blowing off your workout since the kids are home, the relatives are in town, you've got gifts to return, holiday decorations need put away, or just go ahead and insert your favorite holiday workout excuse here.

I'll be heading to the gym (without complaining kids, yeah!) later this morning for a cardio mix of rowing, stair climbing, and elliptical with a little indulgent View watching tossed in. I'm sure it will be packed with the "New Year's Resolutions Crowd." I'm not a big fan of resultions. We put a lot of pressure on ourselves and it's easy to lose interest or let yourself down. Forget about resolutions - it's simple - just take care of yourself! Each day when you wake up, think "what can I do today to improve my wellness?"

It could be taking the plunge to try a spin class at the gym, trying a new healthy recipe, registering for a challenging race, or as simple as calling the doctor to schedule that checkup you've been putting off. This is a strategy you can employ whether you're just getting back at it or you're a fit mama looking to take your life to the next level. It's a positive, empowering mindset that enables you to consistently improve your wellness, build momentum and create a wellness-focused lifestyle. So what small, simple thing can you do today to improve your wellness?