Getting physical is important now as it has ever been. Even with most gyms closed to the public due to COVID19. Moving your body is a great way to get away from the global anxiety we are all currently under. When you give yourself and your body some space to grow and move. And take your mind off of what is going on (COVID, deaths, unemployment etc). It becomes clearer that moving our bodies is one way we can all get a little breathing room. And whilst working out with friends light be off the table. It doesn’t mean you cant workout with your partner or family member. Below are 6 fun physical activities to do with any partner or person you are staying with.

1. Running: This is an oldie but goodie, and a great way to get out of your house or apartment. Making the time to see your neighborhood, breathe in some fresh air and workout your body is just one of the many benefits of running or jogging. Thanks to apps like the Nike running app (which is free) and so many more. You can focus your running and slowly and safely build up your stamina.
2. Online workouts: As a fan of various online workout apps and videos. I am often trying to rope in my husband or sister to workout with me. It does make things a big more enjoyable when you are working out with someone and even have someone to hold you accountable.
3. Dancing: My sister is a big fan of tik toks and one of the many videos that people post on tik tok is dancing video. Which often means some nights we find ourselves standing in front of our phones trying to learn choreography. The videos are usually short but the hours spent practicing and trying to get them right are enough to help you break a sweat.
4. Trampolining: If you are lucky enough to have a garden then this might be the time to invest in a trampoline. Known to help tone your body and get your heart rate going. Jumping on a trampoline for a few minutes a day is a fun way to spend with the little people or big people in your home.
5. Sport: Whilst most of the world does not have the luxury of a tennis or basketball court at home. There are some of these open to the public around the world even during COVID. If the above mentioned do not tickle your fancy then try something else to help get you going.

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Since becoming a new mom, I feel like all I do is worry. Worry about showing up for my daughter in the way that she needs. Worrying about staying on top of work commitments and even being a good wife and friend. Which is why I often found myself burnt out, tired and anxious. Because the reality is that no matter how hard I tried, something would often get lost or left for last, and that thing was often me. Whilst I have always loved a good workout, I saw it more as a way to lose weight rather than a way to deal with anxiety. And while I did find that working out made me happier. I almost always focused on the physical results.

But then a month ago, I decided to start working out again after not doing so for a year. My mission was simple; I was going to workout for my mental health. Whilst I did have some weight to lose after giving birth. That was not my main priority. Instead, I told myself that if I could show up for myself every single day and workout (even for 20 minutes) I would have done something right. This new mindset gave me a new goal to look to. One that didn’t care too much if I had the sweatiest workout, or if I was burning the most calories. Instead, I focused on rolling my yoga mat out and starting my app up for any number of workouts for that day.

And because weight loss was not my main priority, I dabbled in all kinds of workouts from high interval, to yoga and even simple stretches. This time I carved out made me feel like I was taking care of myself and filling my cup. Something I had failed to do for a while now. Since then, not only has my body changed. But my mind too. I also had some unexpected side effects that I never really thought about before but which I am loving now. Here are some of the benefits I have found from doing physical activity everyday.

1. Increased fitness: This is a given, but I see how much my body has changed. Even more than it had before when I was working out. In part, I think because I often did modifications of moves I found hard and really focused on being present in my workouts. This also meant sometimes doing less reps but doing quality workouts.
2. Increased libido: After having a baby I was sure I would never be able to have sex again. Not only was I exhausted but I didn’t feel sexy or have a sex drive. Which is why I was pleasantly surprised by how much my libido has increased in the past couple of weeks.
3. More energy: Whilst no new mother will ever tell you they sleep enough. I do find that my energy and focus is much better now that I move my body everyday.
4. Better sleep: Whilst I may not be clocking in 8 hours a night, I do find that the quality of my sleep is getting better.
5. Drinking more water: As someone who struggles to get the recommended 8 glasses, I find that when I move my body every day, I can drink a ton of water. Not only during workouts but afterwards as well.

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