The 5 Fat Loss Obstacles of Busy Parents must Face

5 Tips for Weight Loss for tired Mums and Dads (and care providers)

During a career that has spanned from the early 2000's I've had the pleasure of personally working with many caring and busy parent

These Mums, Dads (and care providers) are, without a doubt, some of the most selfless clients.

It is due to this admirable quality they fall into the trap of putting aside their dreams "for their family". When in reality, their personal, physical and mental health is a priority because of their family.

After all, regardless of who they are, those who don't regularly recalibrate to align strategies for their "best self" tend to be more down, exhausted and shorter tempered, instead of enjoying the love and laughs every day can bring

I ask parents who are are looking for a solution but can't find the time or motivation to work out:

Do you want your children to have your life or a better life?

As a dad of two kids, I know this would hit a nerve it was asked of me, but that's the point.

Parents are the most significant example for their children. If you don't take care of yourself, you are hurting your kid's chances of a better life.

In this series, I'm going to share one obstacle and a possible solution.

1. Don't Skip Your Daily Movement Appointment

Parents would never miss an essential appointment for their kids.

Why?

Because they love their kids, they ensure these appointments are an essential priority!

Take the same approach with your workouts. Schedule in your daily workouts when you are most likely to do them rather than when you prefer to do them.

For example, you may prefer to workout in the evening, but that may not be realistic. Getting it done before the kids get up may be the best option.

Regardless of when the best time may be, lock it in and stick to it like it's a family commitment, even if it is as simple as doing a few flights of stairs.

To help more parents get started this month, we are taking part in the Free Global Stair Challenge. Join the Recalibrate team here and take advantage of the tools, support and accountability we will provide to help you overcome your obstacles. .

2. Passionate About Health, Fitness, and Wellness

This can be an entire article all by itself...

Cardio training burns some calories and is good for your health (to a point), but it simply doesn’t increase your metabolism or tighten your body like weight training and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) do.

PLUS, TOO MUCH CARDIO WILL LOWER YOUR METABOLISM AND REDUCE YOUR FAT BURNING HORMONES!

So, moms, please get off the cardio machines and get in the weight room...

Here’s a sample total body workout you can do:

• Alternating Dumbbell Snatch.
• Push-ups
• KB Goblet Squats
• Suspension Trainer Rows
• Resistance Band Romanian Deadlifts
• Burpees
  

You will alternate between 30 seconds of work and 15 seconds of rest for all 6 exercises followed by 1-minute of rest.Perform this circuit 2 - 6 times depending on your fitness level and the time you have available.

3. Skipping Meals to Deprive or Punish Yourself

Intermittent fasting is a planned strategy. However, many busy parents are simply on a roller coaster ride from first light to well after the kids go to bed, dealing with the stresses of parenting and challenging careers.

Mornings can be especially tricky, feverishly multitasking. To get the kids out of bed, dressed and fed before heading off to get the most out of our own demanding, high-stress job household management.

So missing breakfast becomes a reactive reality (not a plan), often leading to a host of other missed meals and craving driven, high calorie, low nutrition snacks throughout the day. For many, this starvation protocol fosters low blood sugar low levels of blood sugar. Sapping your energy and leaving you foggy, short-tempered, and tired all day long.

Plan and prepare a breakfast in advance that's protein and fibre abundant. Here are some ideas to help you get started:

Eat leftovers from dinner. Everybody loves "breakfast for dinner." Give "dinner for breakfast a try.

• Use a meal delivery service like My Muscle Chef
• Whip up a protein shake with high-quality protein powder, almond milk, a handful of spinach, your favourite nut butter and ¼ - ½ a frozen banana
• Egg & Bacon Muffins Ingredients: 18 slices of lean-cut bacon, six eggs, 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, Pepper and sea-salt to taste (optional). Directions: Using a greased 6-muffin pan 1. Preheat the oven to 175°C. 2. Create a bacon cup by forming the bacon slices together around the sides only. 3. Crack an egg into each cavity. 4. Bake for 25 minutes. 5. Using a spoon, remove the muffins from the pan. 6. Have them in the fridge ready to roll for the week

4. lazily Eating “What the Kids Like”

I’ve heard it a million times,

“My kids are very picky about what they’ll eat, and I just don’t have the time to cook two different dinners.”

Are you serious lady! Did you hear what you just said?

Mom’s, I know you’re super-busy and sometimes it’s just easier to give the kids what they want, but what are you teaching your kids about nutrition?And, who’s in charge here anyway?

By the way, how did your kids discover “what they want?” Most likely by you buying quick-fix foods to give them in the first place.

Yeah, but it’s quick and easy and it keeps her quiet…

Don’t get me wrong; I can see the struggle.I have the utmost respect for moms.I know I couldn’t do it.

However, I do remember things were different when we grew up - You ate what was served or you didn’t eat, remember?

Pop used to say, you’ve got two option for dinner - take it or leave it.

So, my advice is to learn to cook healthy alternatives and teach your children what real food is.Also, you’ll find even more success with your kids if you get them involved with the cooking; make cooking a fun activity you do together. By the way, you can get tons of recipes by following Janell Yule on Pinterest.

Children emulate their parents.If they see you eating healthy foods they’ll want to eat them as well. And remember, you’re the one paying for the groceries!

5. Too Many Wine Glasses, too many Evenings.

I'm with you.

Nobody wants to hear right now that a glass or two of wine at night is going to stop their fitness goals in its tracks.

But the reality of the matter is that alcohol has the double-edged sword of both paralyzing the fat-burning process while simultaneously creating fat within the body. Plus alcohol tends to lower inhibitions leading to the consumption of other junk food. Not good!

So justifying a daily bottle by saying "consuming several glasses of wine a day is healthy because it has anti-oxidants in it." is not fooling anyone. Fruit and veggies have more anti-oxidants and tons of other health benefits.

Cara and I enjoy a couple of glasses of wine, particularly near the end of the week to unwind. But don't make it your only way to destress.

For example, try stretching, foam rolling, taking a bath or reading a book. Lastly, grab a treasured family member give them a big kiss and tell them you love them because we are lucky to have them.

For more information, talk to Recalibrate if your looking for a personal trainer in Melbourne on 0408 077 093

Talk Soon,
Gaz