"There are so many proven scientific benefits to moving our bodies, but the one I need more than ever right now is burning off the low-grade anxiety that we, as mothers, are carrying around. The pent-up emotional energy that comes from existing in an increasingly hostile country, and doing our best to keep that from spilling into our mothering. We can't very well spend all day, every day screaming into the void like we want to."
"Sometimes, 30 minutes of lifting weights or moving our bodies while listening to our favorite cathartic playlist is the only time we're alone with our thoughts... and the only place those thoughts are allowed to be loud. Keep It Simple (Especially in the Beginning) If you want to create a sort of home gym sanctuary that actually gets used, the experts agree on one thing: It seriously does not need to be fancy."
Mothers carry low-grade anxiety and pent-up emotional energy that movement can help release. Short sessions of lifting or moving while listening to a cathartic playlist can provide solitary time to process thoughts. Home workout spaces should remove barriers and be simple rather than elaborate to ensure consistent use. Accessibility, realistic expectations, and minimal essential equipment matter more than fancy gear. Short, flexible workouts with strategies for interruptions support consistency when time is limited. Prioritizing a dedicated, usable space helps sustain regular movement and supports both mental health and physical fitness.
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