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Lazy Girl Guide to Staying Fit on Busy Days!

  • Writer: Aiko Mondragon
    Aiko Mondragon
  • Jul 14
  • 2 min read
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Let’s be real: not every day feels like a glow-up day. Between classes, work, errands, and endless to-dos, fitting in a full workout or prepping the perfect meal can feel so unrealistic. But that doesn’t mean your fitness goals have to fall apart. Welcome to the Lazy Girl Guide—because staying fit can be easy, quick, and still totally effective!



1. Start With the 5-Minute Rule

If the thought of a 30-minute workout makes you want to hide under your blanket, start with 5 minutes. Seriously. Set a timer and do:

  • 20 squats

  • 10 pushups

  • 20 lunges

  • 30-second plank

  • 10 jumping jacks

Odds are, you’ll feel so much better, you’ll want to keep going—or at least feel accomplished for moving your body at all. That’s the glow-up mentality.


2. Walk It Out

Skip the Uber and opt for a 10-minute walk whenever you can. Walk while you’re on a call, listening to a podcast, or grabbing coffee. Walking is underrated—it boosts mood, slims your waistline, and keeps your energy up without breaking a sweat.


3. Make Every Movement Count

On lazy or busy days, micro-movements matter:

  • Do leg lifts while brushing your teeth

  • Calf raises while you make coffee

  • Standing crunches while watching TikTok

    - Fitness isn’t all or nothing—it’s everything you fit in.


4. Glow Fuel > Junk Fuel

Busy girls still eat. The trick? Prep the glow-up snacks in advance:

  • Pre-cut veggies + hummus

  • Greek yogurt + honey

  • Hard-boiled eggs + fruit

  • Protein smoothies you can sip while rushing out the doorYou don’t have to cook to eat clean—you just have to be intentional.


5. Stretch = Self-Care

Can’t make it to Pilates? Try a 5-minute stretch flow before bed. It calms your nervous system, helps your muscles recover.


6. Hydrate Like It’s Your Job

Water is the OG wellness hack. When you’re tired, bloated, or craving sugar—it’s usually dehydration. Keep a bottle with you at all times and make it a habit to sip throughout the day.


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Final Thoughts

Being “fit” doesn’t mean grinding 24/7. Some days are lazy. Some days are packed. That’s okay. The key is consistency over perfection. Move a little, fuel smart, and be gentle with yourself. That’s the Fit & Flawless lifestyle—effortless, elevated, and built for real life.



 
 
 

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