As an avid skier and a lover of most winter sports, I take the pre-season pretty seriously. Fall is the time to make sure I ramp up my fitness routine so I can enjoy the snow all winter long. I like variety, so I've rounded up six workout to get you ready for ski season. Related: ...read more
I've written a lot posts about fighting the good fight when it comes to diet and fitness. I don't think we have to be less fabulous--inside or out--as we age. As time marches on, we have to be proactive about our health. That means making smart food decisions and NOT letting ...read more
Now that I'm living in Vermont, I'm spending more and more time trail running. I've been on the hunt for a trail running shoe that isn't clunky and that can offer nimble support. I've been delighted with my ON Cloudventure trail running shoes. Related: Best no blister running ...read more
With organized sports all but abandoned right now, parents have to get creative about workouts. If you want to keep the kids moving this summer all you need to do is grab a rope and start jumping. Related: Camp mom summer activities week two Jumping rope does wonders for ...read more
We all need something to rally around, and we need to burn off all that banana bread we've been eating during social distancing. Training for a 5k will keep you busy and it's also a way to give back. Now is the time to sign up and start working on your mileage for a virtual run ...read more
When I can't get to the gym or pilates studio I whip out a few essential pieces of equipment and workout on my own. Setting yourself up with fitness gear doesn't have to be expensive and complicated. Here are my suggestions for outfitting your home with fitness gear and links to ...read more
Running is one of my passions and I'm thrilled that my 12 year old daughter has gotten hooked on the sport too. I have three tips for getting girls into running and I'm sharing them in the hopes that you will hit the road with your daughters this spring. Three Mom Tested Tips ...read more
Raise your hand if upping your fitness game is one of your goals for the new year. You know how important being active is to us at here at Momtrends, so imagine our excitement when we heard about the fitness app every woman needs. Gixo is a fitness app that offers live AND on ...read more
Sign Up for Your Tough Mudder 5K If you are in a workout rut, or just going through a mini mom crisis, you've just got to give the Tough Mudder 5K Challenge a try. Give yourself a month to get ready and lasso in some friends. Trust me, you'll have the time of your life! Head ...read more
Today is National Running Day. While it's not a national holiday (yet) it is a great time to celebrate the sport and how much joy it brings me. Over the years I've written a lot about running. And I'm always keen to make it easier and safer for more moms to hit the open roads. ...read more
Are you an indoor cycling girl? I love a good cardio-pumping ride at a cycling studio. But as a mom who works outside the home and manages her family, I can't normally make a ride at Soul Cycle. The times and locations don't always work with my schedule. That's why I've been ...read more
Although my son is only 7 months old (soon to be 8 months!), I have helped several mothers find ways to score short workouts throughout their busy days. With school being back in session online and in person for most moms, I wanted to offer a few workout tips that will help you ...read more
Check out the latest releaseby bestselling authors Lucy Sykes and Jo Piazza. Pick up a copy of Fitness Junkie here today. When the paparazzi snap Janey Sweet nibbling on a "bruffin" at a bridal show, her best pal and business partner Beau sends her on a mandatory hiatus. As CEO ...read more
Many years ago when I would go on vacation I would never exercise, thinking I needed a break from the gym, or just assuming there wouldn’t be any options available for me to squeeze in a decent workout. Not only have I changed, but so have the times, and now more and more ...read more
Do you own a fitness tracker? These wearables have become all the rage lately and are more than just a fad. If you don't yet have one, you may be surprised how motivated you become when you see you have climbed fewer stairs than yesterday or managed more steps than a friend ...read more
You know this mama is fueled by her workouts. I rely on them to keep me sane. I don't feel remorse or guilt about how much I spend on workout gear, but I often don't have the time to shop. I was intrigued by the idea of subscription workout gear, so I tried out Wantable. ...read more
These days, I have a lot on my plate… you know, besides cookies. Working, parenting, “wife-ing”—there’s never a dull moment in this hectic life of mine, and I’m always tending to something or someone—and it’s usually not myself. My main form of exercise: chasing two toddlers ...read more
My kids are early risers—to put it mildly. They're usually up before the clock strikes 6 (ugh) giggling and yelling and competing for my undivided attention. Yes, it can be exhausting and exasperating. But it's real life. Moreover, it's #momlife, and it's hard to stay mad at ...read more
If there are two things we're serious about finding here at Momtrends, they're: 1.) products that actually do what they claim to do, and 2.) fitness classes that kick some serious butt. And so yesterday's exclusive derriere class at NYC's Exhale spa, sponsored by Boudreaux’s ...read more
You did it, you made it to another year. If you're like me, you've set some goals and it's time to think about the New Year and the NEW YOU. I have thought a lot about my resolutions. This year my goal is to dive deep into a few things. To grow my community and focus on ...read more
Tweens and teens love the gift of great clothing. And I love giving gifts that inspire tween workouts. My 6th grader mostly wanted clothes (and Hamilton Tickets) from Santa this year. Clothes can be hit or miss--the fickle tween can turn on a dime when it comes to brands, but ...read more
We all want cute workout gear. It helps us stay motivated when energy and will-power are running low. The new Danskin Now collection at Walmart is cute, fits great and performs well. And the bonus is--you can get a full outfit for about $30. Now we have one fewer excuse for why ...read more
Are you on the hunt for cute workout clothes? I have been testing and loving the fitness brand tasc performance--it's mostly bamboo and 100% fabulous. I don't know about you, but cute clothes make a huge difference towards keeping me motivated. tasc Bayou Booty tight ($88) | ...read more
You've probably noticed that fitness is very important to us here at Momtrends. We're all about not only being as fit as possible so we have the energy we need to tackle our busy mom boss schedules, but we also want to be around for our children and give them those oh so ...read more
