Juggling caring for your children, your home, and your work life can be challenging so the idea of fitting in exercise can seem like an impossible task. Taking care of yourself and your body can be hard when you are short on time. 

However, integrating exercise into your daily routine with the kids is not only possible but also highly beneficial. Regular physical activity is great for maintaining your physical health and improving mental health and there are many ways you can include fun and challenging exercises into your routine with the kids. 

In this post, we will explore practical ideas for fitting exercise into your busy schedule while keeping your children engaged and involved.

Outdoor adventures

Get your kids outside and take advantage of their endless energy by planning outdoor adventures. Your children will enjoy engaging with nature so head to your local park where you can take them on a nature walk. 

If you live near the beach this can also be a great place for exercise, where you can run, swim, and move your body while spending quality time with your kids. Your nearest play park is also a great place where you can turn pushing them on the swings into a workout. 

Workout together 

One of the most effective ways to combine exercise and quality time with your kids is by encouraging your children to join you. There are many family-friendly workouts you can do with your children that will engage them and give you all a chance to stay fit. 

• Yoga is a wonderful exercise for people of any age. There are many baby-friendly yoga classes you can follow online and toddlers and older children can get involved in yoga poses with you. 
• If your children are old enough you could also go on a bike ride together or find a local hiking trail. 

Children will love engaging with you through activity and you will be able to fit in exercise without sacrificing spending time with them.  

Pram workouts

For parents with babies and toddlers make the most of the expensive pram you purchased and squeeze in some exercise while pushing your little one around. If you plan on jogging with your baby you will need a sturdy jogging pram so your little one can safely join you on your run. 

However, you don't have to be running marathons to make use of the pram. Pushing your baby in laps around the park will help you get fit without over-exerting yourself. Check your local park for any community walking groups, allowing you to connect with other parents while staying fit.

Getting outside to walk or run not only helps you incorporate activity into your routine but also offers a change of scenery and fresh air for you and your baby. 

Workout during playtime

If your children are still too young to join you while you exercise, incorporate physical activity into their playtime. While they play on the floor you could lie next to them and hold the plank position or use household objects as weights while they play with their toys. 

Alternatively, you could set up a small workout area close to where they play so you follow a workout routine while they play nearby. This way, you get a workout while your kids have fun, and they see you modelling an active lifestyle.

Fitting exercise into your daily routine with kids may require some planning, but with some creativity, it's entirely possible. The benefits of maintaining an active lifestyle as a parent are numerous, from better physical health to a positive example for your children.