Podcast Episode
What I actually did to stay consistent with my fitness goals while traveling as a 40+ mom
The Strong[HER] Way | Healthy nutrition and habits for moms, routines, strength training for women·Alisha Carlson, Fitness and Nutrition Coach for Moms·2 September 2026·15 min

About this episode
I just got back from a work trip, and I want to walk you through what actually happened with my fitness goals while I was gone, because it wasn't perfect and it also wasn't a write-off. In this episode I'm sharing what it looked like to let go of perfection on the road without swinging into the "screw it, I'll get back on track when I'm home" mindset that so many of us default to on vacations and holidays.If you're a mom over 40 who has ever come home from a trip feeling like you have to start completely over, this one's for you. I'm breaking down the handful of things I actually prioritized while traveling for work last week, and why those specific choices mattered more than trying to do everything.WHAT YOU'LL LEARNWhy "I'll get back on track when I get home" is often the all-or-nothing mindset wearing a different outfitThe difference between letting go of perfection and letting go of your goals completelyThe key things I still focus on while travelingHow to hold your habits loosely without losing them entirelyWhy travel and holidays test your mindset more than your fitnessTHIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF...You're a mom over 40 navigating fitness goals around a busy, unpredictable scheduleYou've ever come home from a trip and felt like you had to "start over" from zeroYou go fully off the rails the second your routine changesYou want a realistic way to handle travel or holidays without guilt or an all-or-nothing crashWherever you're at in your fitness journey, we have something for you. If you're ready to take the next step (whatever that is for you right now), head to thestrongherway.com/work-with-us