New Home New Excuses

Its been a crazy couple of weeks. 

 My husband, two kids and I decided to become full time RVers! We are so excited for our new life style. 

Like all changes come difficulty and challenges that used to turn into excuses in my past. I don't enjoy change as most don't and I used to find excuses to stop doing things like working out. I have definitely changed in the last 2 years on the inside and out. I haven't missed one workout even though my space is smaller then most dinning room tables. Today is week 3 of living in our RV full time..... First meal cooked in our new home was chicken of course lol

Life is so crazy on the RUN

I feel like everyday is nuts! Do you feel the same?

My name is Victoria, my husband and I have 2 kiddos ages 6 and 2, plus a german shepard.
I know doesnt sound to crazy
But im really cheap, like I dont like spending money if I dont have to.
So my husband (Eric) was transferred at his job to a place 20 miles from our apartment.
Not just 20 miles but in another state!
We live in Washington and drive to Idaho.
Im a stay at home mom but we have one car and like I said I dont like spending money so we will only have one car.

We made the decision that the kids and I will stay near Erics work to not just save money on gas and car maintenance but so the kids and I dont have to drive 2 hours 5-6 days a week.
YUP we are not the normal family.
Im here to share with you how we stay fit and healthy even on the rode all day while sharing tips we have learned.
Feel free to ask me questions.

Now you might ask what in the world do we do all day. Which actually on most days isnt bad.
During the summer we went to the parks most of the time.
Its now coming up on winter time though.
So we got a membership at a family gym so we can use the pool and game room.

Life is about to get a little crazier and I would love to share how we live out of the ordinary.

Did i mention I homeschool also......
What is a normal day for you?
Have you considered homeschooling?

Homemade Almond Butter

Stop buying mayo (see my other blog)

and store bought almond butter when you can make your own.

Take almonds and roast them in the oven at 350 for 12 minutes.

Let cool

Blend in a food processor or vita mixer stopping to scrap down the side until the consistency is to your liking.

Enjoy

Gym vs at home workouts

Let's face it our lives are always going a million miles a minute. We wake up and don't stop till we go to bed. We know we need to be active and eat better to live a longer more fulfilling life so what can we do to make that happen. Gym or workout at home? 

Going to a gym that's open 24 hours is best so no matter what your work schedule is it will be open. There's some great group classes so your not at it alone. If you don't feel confident working out in front of others these classes might not be what you are looking for. Some gyms offer a one day free session with a personal trainer. If you dont know how to use the equipment bring a note pad and ask as many questions as you can. If you don't use the machines properly you either will hurt yourself or not see any results at all. Example, no one told my grandfather to stretch and he ended up hurting himself. 

Purchasing a at home workout program normally includes everything you need. For example Beachbody programs come with the DVDs, schedule for 30, 60 or 90 days, a nutrition guide with a once a day health drink and a coach to help motivate, answer questions and help to make sure you finish your program with great success. The trainer on the DVD also tells and shows you exactly what to do so you don't get injured. When working out at home you will need to plan your day and stick to it. Not like gyms that give you their schedule when to go to a group class. At home you will need to make the schedule. When it's the best time to workout out, that you have the most energy and least amount of distractions. You can take that as good and bad since you can workout in your living room any time you want. If the program you purchase has a coach it's like having a accountability partner to keep you motivated. 

Gym or an at home workout program really depends on your goals and time you can dedicate meaning driving and spending an hour at the gym or working out in your living room for 25-55 minutes. 
Either way you need to schedule and make time to workout. Many workout programs at home do give you a schedule and with that you see results sooner then going to a gym.