MenuParenting: My Fitness Journey Won’t Fit Your Numbers

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When fellow moms spot my toned arms, they often ask, “Are you a runner?” My typical response is, “Sometimes I run,” but I can see their curiosity isn’t satisfied. I guess it’s all in the genetics.

There was a time when I tried every trendy workout out there—interval training, kickboxing, yoga, Pilates, you name it. I thought I needed to be part of the latest buzz, like “Today at CrossFit…” But then I’d start feeling guilty for skipping hot yoga or for not trying that Barre method.

Let’s get real, though. Hot yoga? No way, the heat makes me feel trapped. Can someone please invent cold yoga? And Barre, that’s connected to ballet, right? I took a ballet class once in sixth grade, and trust me, it was not my calling. Dancing just isn’t my thing. Yoga is fine, but I can’t see myself committing to a daily practice. I still feel a bit awkward about how much we all obsess over what workout we do.

“Do you do triathlons?” they inquire. I shake my head. “Were you a competitive swimmer?” Another no. I want to say, “Honestly, I don’t do anything specific. I just move around and break a sweat.” Their puzzled looks make me stumble for words. The reality is, the only verb that truly describes my activity is “Mia.”

I’m Mia-ing my way through the day. I skip down hallways when no one’s watching, balance on curbs, and park further away just to squeeze in some extra movement. I love being active, but it’s not about competition for me; it’s about that satisfying feeling of being slightly out of breath.

When did fitness become another topic of comparison, like childbirth or our intimate lives? Aren’t we all aware that what works for one person doesn’t mean it’ll work for another? There won’t be a bumper sticker for my style of workouts, and honestly, I’m not even a fan of bumper stickers. What I truly want is to feel good and for everyone else to feel good, too. Can we just celebrate whatever we do and give each other high-fives for feeling great?

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In summary, my fitness journey is uniquely mine, filled with movement that makes me happy rather than competitive. Let’s embrace our individuality and celebrate feeling good, together.