In the fall weeks can get hectic with work, after school activities, homework, and everything else. Stay on track by working these tips from fitness & nutrition experts, Lyssie & Tammy Lakatos, into your daily routine. more

9 Tips to Squeeze Fitness into a Busy Fall Schedule

1. When folding laundry squat down to pick up every piece of laundry you fold, including every sock, pillow case, and towel. You’ll do at least 30 squats and you’ll tone and strengthen your quads, hamstrings and glutes.
2. Squeeze your glute muscles while you pack lunches. Do 1 minute intervals of squeezing and then relaxing. It will make the time fly by and before you know it you’ll have a toned tush and lunch will be made!
3. Take a walk or bike ride with your kids after they’ve finished their homework or after dinner to discuss their favorite part of the day. You’ll burn extra calories and enjoy the extra time spent together.
4. Set up an outdoor obstacle course that you can do with the kids that makes it fun. You can run around chairs, jump over brooms, do bear crawls on hands and feet. You’ll get your heart pumping, work your muscles and improve your balance and flexibility.
5. Invest in a hands-free headset so you can clean or walk around your house while you’re on the phone. All activity burns calories and consider it more time that you’re moving rather than sitting!
6. Use a basket instead of a grocery cart when shopping. Your upper body from your biceps, to your shoulders to your back will get stronger and be more toned
7. Carry your groceries to your car rather than pushing them in the cart. Remember to keep your abs tight and engaged when you carry them. You’ll strengthen your upper body and your core.
8. On TV commercials practice holding a plank position. You’ll firm and tighten your abs and strengthen your core.
9. When you’re preparing dinner, stand on your tip toes. You’ll strengthen and tone your calves.