Lose the Baby Weight Challenge

Longing to pull on those pre-pregnancy skinny jeans? Losing weight and getting in shape requires a good exercise program, a good diet, and a good attitude. You really need all three! In our 12-week challenge we focus on each of these components. We'll guide you to a more fit and svelte body—maybe even better than your pre-baby body! Start with this overview of the entire program, or just dive right in below!
Mom Exercising
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 1
Welcome to week 1! Let's lose that baby weight, ladies. This week we focus on getting your gear in order, the importance of keeping a daily food journal, and why self-assessment comes first. Go for it!
Mom Cooking
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 2
Move it and lose it! This week, it's time to get that booty moving. We'll get you started. Plus, discover some delicious 500-calorie dinners, as well as ways you can schedule in some much needed "me" time.
Woman Working Out
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 3
Who knew that strong pelvic floor muscles were so important?! You've got to do these exercises! And learn why you should enjoy your favorite treats (yes, you heard us), and the importance of having positive, encouraging people in your life.
Woman Doing Yoga
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 4
Put an end to negative talk! Just say no to that little voice in your head. Plus, it's time to pick up those weights and start strength training. And before you head to the grocery store, we've got some tips you should consider...
Woman Eating Chips
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 5
Time to turn up the intensity and tone down the grazing, ladies. We'll show you why both are important to your weight loss. Oh, you fell off the wagon a bit? Now's not the time to throw in the towel! Here's how to stay on the right track.
Woman Stepping on Scale
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 6
Ready to amp it up again? Changes to your exercise routine result in changes to your body. Plus, find out why it's time to start packing snacks whenever you're on the go. Oh, and did you know that your scale may be doing more harm than good? (Kinda good news, if you ask us.)
Woman Drinking Glass of Water
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 7
Your workout this week will help you learn how to get buns of steel (you've got to work for it, lady!). And are you drinking your water? Chug-a-lug that agua—it's super important to your weight loss. Also, what to do when you hit a plateau.
Woman Holding Weights
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 8
Break out the tank tops and sexy sleeveless shirts—it's time to show off your arms. Our exercises will give you confidence. And it is really possible that you should eat more to lose more? Learn about that juicy tidbit, plus what to do when soreness gets the best of you after a workout.
Woman Doing Crunches
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 9
Time to get ab-fab! We're focusing on the middle (wo)man now. No excuses! And if you're feeling a snack attack, no worries. We'll show you show to manage the munchies.
Woman Eating Granola Bar
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 10
Feeling hungry? Put down that energy bar. Here's the low down on those so-called nutrition bars, plus discover how interval training just might be the trick to scupting your best body. And if you feel like you want a reward for all your hard work, don't go looking in the refrigerator for it!
Woman Doing Yoga Stretches
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 11
Time to intensify your workouts. Go, girl! Think positively, for both your body and your mind this week. And don't shun happy hour. We've got tips to managing those nights out on the town. (Seriously, get a babysitter.)
Woman Measuring Waist
Lose the Baby Weight Challenge: Week 12
You've made it to week 12—congrats! We'll teach you skills on how to make your new healthy lifestyle a permanent one, from finding support groups, keeping your portions in check, and other basic maintenance tips.
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