As you may know, I’m pretty active on Instagram so from time to time I partner with companies to try out or showcase their products. (This is my very sheepish way of admitting I’m an influencer without actually calling myself an influencer. I’d rather say, “I’m a very important person” in the voice of Fiona from Cinderella Story and call it a day.)

Anyway, once upon a time a company sent me a sports bra. Honestly I hated it. But that’s not the point.

THIS IS: The packaging the bra came in said this:

Motherhood is athletic.

And I thought, YES! Yes it is!

I’m not in the same shape I was pre-kids but I’m stronger in so many ways. And I bet you are, too.

And while most of us don’t have time or energy for hour-long yoga classes a few times a week or regular gym visits, there are plenty of small things you can do that go a long way. First things first—figure out what really matters when it comes to “mom fitness.”

As you’re finding your way post-baby and figuring out your fitness routine, here’s what I suggest you focus on:

1. GOALS - What functional fitness goals do you have right now? I’ll go first — carry a 30 lb toddler up five flights of stairs. (Okay, better yet, get him to do it himself at a reasonable pace, but…baby steps!)
2. PELVIC FLOOR + CORE - These two things (one in the same, really) are usually the cause of things like peeing when you sneeze, stubborn low back pain, painful sex, “mom pooch,” and more!
3. MINDFULNESS - We often overlook this as part of our fitness routine, but remember the mind can be a million miles away, and the body is always right here. So use your physical routine to anchor the mental and bring you peace and calm.

And whether you’re in NYC or not, remember I’m here to help you along this journey! Check out my online schedule for in-person classes in the warm months or practice along with me in my on-demand library.