Last week in episode 55, we talked about 5 practical tips to get ready for back to school. One of those tips was to schedule your runs, workouts, and self-care into your calendar so you can stay consistent even as life gets hectic. But we all know that just writing it down isn’t always enough. This week, we’re taking a deeper dive into how to protect that workout time when life gets busy—because when the sports schedules roll in, work commitments pile up, and family obligations take over, your running and fitness goals can easily slip to the bottom of your list.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 strategies to help you prioritize and protect your workout time—no matter how chaotic life gets:

• Treat your runs like appointments. Block them on your calendar, color code them, and let your family know when you’ll be out the door.

• Stay flexible. Your favorite workout time won’t always be available—shift and adjust, and remember that something is better than nothing.

• Embrace short, effective workouts. Full-body workouts with minimal rest can pack a punch in 30 minutes or less.

• Combine family and fitness. Walk or run during your kid’s practice and show them that moms can be strong and healthy too.

• Remember your why and let go of guilt. Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it’s the best way to show up as a healthy, happy mom.

Next week’s episode is extra special—we’ll be celebrating 1 year of The Fill Up to Spill Out Podcast! I can’t wait to look back on what this year has brought and share what’s coming next.

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~Allison