Unwind and Stay Fit: Evening Routines for Parents Who Want Results

School is starting and your schedule is about to become packed with extracurricular activities, sports, and clubs.

Fitting in time for your fitness is a challenge, but we can help.

To be emotionally and mentally present for your kids during school, you have to be fit. Parents who exercise and devote time to their mental and physical health will be more available for their kids during the school year.

Available to attend events, sports, and weekend activities.

In the blog post, we will tell you how you can efficiently workout in the evenings so you can make fitness a non-negotiable part of your evening routine, even with a packed schedule. From quick, efficient workouts to tips on staying consistent, we’ll show you how to prioritize your health so you can be the best version of yourself for your family.

The Importance of Efficiency in Fitness

As school starts up and schedules fill with extracurricular activities, sports, and clubs, it can be challenging to find time for fitness. However, it’s crucial to remember that your health is just as important as your family’s needs. A quick, efficient workout can help you in the following ways:

• Boost energy levels. You’ll have more serotonin and you’ll finish your workout feeling good.
• Better sleep quality. Our members often talk about how fitness has improved their sleep quality.
• Reduce stress. You will feel better knowing that you took time for yourself and put work aside to exercise.

Sample 30-minute workouts

In an ideal world, working out 5x/week for an hour every day would help get you into incredible shape. When an hour workout isn’t possible, here are some alternative ideas:

Cardio Option

Warm-Up

5 Minute AMRAP… 20 reps of each

• Quad pulls
• Knuckle draggers
• Toy soldiers
• Hip openers
• High knees
• Butt Kicks
• A-Skips

Workout: Run 2-3 miles

Gymnastics Option

AMRAP 25

• 10 Push-Ups
• 20 Sit-Ups
• 30 Air Squats

Weightlifting Option

AMRAP 20

2-4-6-8-10 reps… (add 2 to reps to every movement until 20 minutes)

• Alternating Dumbbell Snatches
• Goblet Squats
• Dumbbell Swings

Client Success Story – How One Parent Makes Evening Fitness Non-Negotiable

Meet Tony. Tony is a busy parent who balances evening workouts with family life. Tony’s schedule is packed during the day, but as soon as work ends, he heads directly to the gym.

No time is wasted, no thought is given -it’s automatic. When fitness is ingrained into your lifestyle, like it is for Tony, you have a set time to workout and you simply just get it done.

Tony’s evenings are spent with his family, once his workout is finished. Tony’s workout routine helps him stay in shape, but also improves his energy levels so he can be present for his family. Here’s what Tony has to say about us:

“Showdown is an amazing CrossFit box! The coaches are top-notch; they listen, help you modify if you can’t do the prescribed movement, and encourage (and push you to go just a bit more)! It has multiple times to get to a class that works for your schedule and I highly recommend this to anyone with any level of experience with CrossFit. You will not be disappointed!”

If you want to learn about how we can help you with your evening fitness routine, you can book a free intro and a coach will reach out to you.

Tips for Sticking to an Evening Workout Routine

• Set a specific workout time: Treat your workout like any other appointment and schedule it into your day.
• Involve your kids: We are a family-friendly gym! If you need to bring your kids to the gym to workout, bring them and show them the importance of taking care of your physical and mental health!
• Prep dinner ahead of time: Preparing meals in advance will free up time in the evening for your workout.
• Choose exercises you enjoy: Find workouts that you love, making it easier to stick to your routine. If you don’t know what to do, we can help! Check out some of our workouts HERE.

Working out in the evening shouldn’t be a chore.

It should be something to look forward to!