Victoria Manley - Health & Fitness

Sunday morning yoga ☀️



Won’t lie. I stepped on the scale this morning and I’m convinced it’s broken... I keep saying I need to just ditch it but I’m having a hard time with it. I feel like I’m doing well then I see the number has gone up even when I’m working hard so I feel like what’s the point.



This week I went back to the basics with and my girl because this is what I needed. Here’s hoping I can stay on track!

It’s been a love/hate relationship with working out lately... I was doing all the right things but the scale was still going up. Clothes weren’t fitting as well. What was wrong? So I decided to do some research on a new medication I’ve been on for over a month.... weight gain is a side effect... there we have it. Do I need the medication? I did. Am I going off it just because of the weight gain? No! But it will be nice to get back on track.



Feeling uncomfortable in my body has always been a struggle so working towards a level of comfort I’m happy with is good by me since I’m not over exercising or limiting my eating habits. I know I don’t need to cut carbs or only eat salads. I refuse to do some crazy diet or “nutrition reset” because what I do need is something is sustainable and those things are not. Keep in mind I’m no expert but I love to share my experiences in hopes to help someone else ❤️

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In all seriousness....

S⃞   T⃞   O⃞   P⃞ texting people first. See how many dead plants you’re watering

Recently started doing some extra stretching after my workouts which has now resulted in committing to myself that I will do the full splits, front and back walkovers... let’s hope I don’t break anything 😂

They’re always watching ❤️



Swipe to awesome serious cuteness!!

Although this photo is over a year old I came across it and thought WOW! I have come so far - physically and mentally this past year because of those marks. This body has endured loss, pregnancy and birth all in the span of 1 year.



So I say - thank you for expanding me❤️

Sometimes you just gotta do your hair and makeup to be a bad bitch 💋

Peanut butter oat cups thanks to ❤️



These are legit FIRE!! And toddler approved by Easton! Perfect afternoon snack that tackles the sweet tooth and fills me up!

Staying on track with my workout routine and moving my body daily was one of my biggest goals during pregnancy. It’s definitely easier said than done though🤪 But I am so proud of myself for sticking with that goal throughout my pregnancy!



First trimester was rough. I was exhausted. I had multiple food aversions. I was sick to my stomach everyday. Nauseous everyday. Add in my anxiety being sky high from a recent miscarriage... But I usually found time where I felt okay to do some sort of workout. Even if it was a walk around the block.



Second trimester I was still battling some sickness but I was feeling SO much better. I shuffled through various programs and moved my body daily. Even while on vacation might I add!!



Third trimester I was home for the summer from work so I was able to workout whenever. I did my usual MM100 workout and a daily walk. This routine was solid until the day before I went into labour! Some days were harder than others to get motivated.



Staying active during pregnancy has many benefits but you should ALWAYS consult your doctor. Since I was extremely active prior to becoming pregnant it was approved for me to continue my normal routine. Of course modifying as I grew 🤣