Yes, I am definitely guilty of not keeping up the exercise routine while juggling the daily activities of household, family and job. But, there are a few ways to connect with other moms AND stay healthy while keeping it as easy as possible. And, the family that plays together, stays together - so, why not make fitness a family activity?
The YMCA has long been a community resource for children camps, activities and even classes for both children and adults. Check out your local YMCA for classes to take with your children (oftentimes there is a minimum age) or let your children play in the child care area with other kids while you enjoy a nice workout! The SF YMCA web site: http://www.ymcasf.org/
Many gyms these days have child care centers. Some are better than others and have better hours than others. Bally's and 24 Hour Fitness have regular child care hours to allow you an hour or two of exercise when you need it.
Ballys - http://west.ballyfitness.com/
24 Hour Fitness - http://www.24hourfitness.com/
Another option, which I actually prefer, is getting together with a group of moms whose goal is to meet and exercise. There are probably many such groups in the Bay Area. One that I belong to is Moms In Motion in the East Bay. They have regular times to meet throughout the week where those moms who have time can join with jogging stroller in tow...Some run, some walk. And, on Fridays, there is coffee at Peets! Go to yahoo.com, yahoo groups and find groups: funmomsinmotion for more info.
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