After giving birth, you've gained an amazing blessing, a new identity, and wouldn't change it for the world. But let's be real, motherhood isn't as perfect as that mom blogger's instagram pic!

You can't remember the last time you put yourself first. When you catch a glimpse of yourself in the mirror, you can barely recognize yourself. You may have stopped buying new clothes and gotten used to wearing the same stretchy pants that are a lot more forgiving than your pre-mom skinny jeans. You'll make sure your kids have a perfectly balanced plate but by the time it's your turn to eat, you might as well eat the scraps off your kids plate because you don't want to waste food! Before you know it, it's 9PM and you haven't sat down to eat a proper meal. The kids are finally asleep and you're exhausted. So you turn to comfort food and some Netflix and before you know it, you're 3 hours into your fave show with too many wrappers you toss away before anyone else sees.

I get it mama, I've been there too. It's really painful to go from being an ambitious go-getter woman to living completely for others and forgetting about yourself in the process. If this is you now, this doesn't have to be you 12 weeks from now.

I want you to finally put yourself first. Not in a selfish way, but in a way that will allow you to be healthier and happier for you AND your family. I want you to be able to have healthy meals but not cook separately for yourself (because let's be real - ain't nobody got time for that!). I want you to love your body, for what it is now, and what it will transform into in the coming weeks. And hey, if you want, I want you to buy yourself at least one new mama outfit you look and feel fabulous in! [I totally get what it feels like to not buy new clothes for myself, I was super grateful to be gifted this dress by a good friend so we can do a family photoshoot].

As I go through my postpartum journey, I want to help you too! I am currently taking on a limited number of clients to help you achieve your goals. If you are interested in learning more, send me a DM!

📸: @halimajama_

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Joining the The Healthy Muslims Program gets you a Personal Trainer and a Registered Dietitian.

It's rare to find both, usually you get one or the other. But on top of that you also get two people who understand the culture. Who understand our community and what our needs are.

There's no plain boring food or expectation of crazy long workouts. You have a life and you are not expected to give that up. Instead, we provide a balance that allows you to work nutrition and fitness in to your life and not turn it upside down.

What's allowed us to be so successful in helping so many Muslims around the world is that we can bring the best of both fitness and nutrition while also understanding how to navigate our community's lifestyles.

This is the only time of year we offer additional Ramadan support when you join The Healthy Muslims Program. DM us to see if you are a good fit!
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Over the years I have trained hundred of clients and I've seen the importance of the right mindset.

If you have a negative mindset, the outcome will show. But if you stay positive, focus on the benefits and enjoy the challenge, you will see fall more favourable results.

Creating the right mindset is key to being consistent long-term!

Do you dread your workouts? Why?
Tell me below 👇🏽

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When people ask me why I workout so much or want to eat healthy. There’s a lot of reasons I can give them that are just about me. But the biggest reason is so I can set the example for my kids to follow. 

I see the difference it already has on my daughters, they actually enjoy the idea of working out and being physically active. For them working out isn’t a chore or something difficult. It’s something they see their parents do and they want to join in. 

They really are my workout partners on some days and Insha’Allah they will grow up with working out being a perfectly normal part of their life.

Parents often ask me how to motivate their children to workout. Well, the best way is to lead by example. Use your own kids as a motivation to want to workout and they will follow your lead. 

It’s just like getting them to pray salaah, they will be more likely to do it if they see you giving it importance and having them join you. Same goes for nutrition. If they see you avoiding it or complaining about having to eat healthy, they will follow suit. 

Creating the right environment in the home where you along with your kids enjoy being active is key in them continuing to do it as they get older. Which can also play a major factor in you reaching your goals. 

The members who sign up with us (The Healthy Muslims Program) not only see a difference in their own personal goals, but also the positive effect it has on their entire household. The family may be skeptical at first, but as they see you reaching your goals and feeling better, they will start to follow. 

However, you have to take the first step and lead by example…

If you want to talk with me or @nutritionbynaz, just send us a DM.
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✅No calorie counting.
✅Enjoying food.
✅Treat meals enjoyed.
✅Family eats the same meals.
✅Regular exercise no matter how busy you are.

These are the results Sarah saw in just 12 weeks!

This is your chance to take control of your health, enjoy working out, and eat food that you enjoy while seeing results you'll be able to hold onto for more than a month. And the biggest bonus? You'll actually enjoy the process!

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This mindset will have a huge impact on you. Helping you take care of the gift we were given while also taking care of your spiritual self.

What are your thoughts?

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We are so excited to be opening up spots for The Healthy Muslims Program.

This program will transform the way you eat, exercise, and live!

This is our favourite time of year to bring on new members because it will be leading right into Ramadan iA!

This is also the only time this year you will be getting so many additional bonuses...

You will not only have our support for 12 weeks, you will also be getting:
- Access to our Ramadan Prep Program
- A copy of The Healthy Ramadan Guide
- Support during Ramadan
- Coaching call after Eid

That's right, by joining now, we will be supporting YOU all the way until May 2022 (Eid)!

Enrollment is open for a limited number of days and a limited number of spots. This is your opportunity to work personally with us. To apply, send me or @strongerwithbelal a DM to see if you're a good fit!

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Especially at this time of year you'll see a lot of people pushing quick fixes and border line dangerous methods.

Methods that make you be miserable by cutting out entire food groups and turning your life upside down.

Fitness and nutrition should not turn your life upside down, rather it should fit your life and add adjustments as needed.

That's how real long term results are made. Enjoy the process and don't dread it.

Agree??

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Getting a coach, a workout plan, gym membership, a nutrition plan etc... There's many options, but which are you going to put in place for you to succeed longterm.

It's not always going to be smooth sailing and you will have your up's and downs. But building a strong game plan is a must in all parts of life.

Otherwise your just winging it, crossing your fingers and hoping for the best. Which is never going to work.

If you want a system that works and will bring you results, msg me or @nutritionbynaz to see if you would want to the join the Healthy Muslims Program.

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One of the biggest misconceptions people have about us is that it must be "easy" for us to be healthy.

Uhm.....no.

There are a lot of underlying assumptions to that statement, such as thinking that we are always motivated and because we have the knowledge, it should be easy for us.

Despite Belal and I being so immersed in nutrition and fitness....it isn't always easy. We aren't always motivated and with 3 kids, we are often trying to deal with *life*.

We have some key principles that make it easier for us to make the healthier choice even when it feels hard.

This consists of:

1. A system - this means meal planning and having a workout planned out
2. Scheduling - when are we cooking? When are we eating? When are we working out?
3. Accountabity - as much as it can be annoying to have your spouse not supporting you in ordering something off of UberEats, it does make a difference. On the workout front - when I see Belal is going to the gym I secretly get jealous that he has kid-free time and insist he watch the kids so I can too 😂
4. Personalization - nutrition and fitness is not generic. Between the 2 of us, we eat and workout very differently and have different goals too.

After reading these 4 key principles, you may be thinking.....where do you start?!

Well, that's why we launched The Healthy Muslims Program!  Alhumdulilah we have helped hundreds of people who needed something that was going to stick. Not only are we experts in the field, but hey, we are also a regular Muslim couple with kids trying to put the important things in life first while still being healthy. And we want to help you do the same too!

DM us if you are interested in working with us - we work with women, men, couples, and families!
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We are so excited to be opening up spots for The Healthy Muslims Program.

This is a life-changing program that will transform the way you eat, exercise, and live!

We take on limited members to ensure we are able to fully support every single person. This isn't a cookie cutter diet program. It is personalized, in-depth, and designed to help you see results week after week.

We work with women, men, couples, and families.

Enrollment is open for a limited time and a limited number of spots. This is your opportunity to work personally with us. To apply, send me or @strongerwithbelal a DM to see if you're a good fit!
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End the year off strong!

@nutritionbynaz and I are so excited to be opening up spots for The Healthy Muslims Program.

This is a life-changing program that will transform the way you eat, exercise, and live!

We take on limited members to ensure we are able to fully support every single person. This isn't a cookie cutter diet program. It is personalized, in-depth, and designed to help you see results week after week.

We work with women, men, couples, and families.

Enrollment is open for a limited time and a limited number of spots. This is your opportunity to work personally with us.

To apply, send me or @nutritionbynaz a DM to see if you're a good fit!
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#thecouchhasmorespace #ineedmyownbed

Can you relate??

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Being a father is tough.

But the toughest part isn’t about the responsibilities that come with being a dad. But rather trying better oneself to be a better role model. Trying to set the right examples and help lead them in the right direction. 

Having two daughters first, I never felt as much pressure or worry because my daughter's first role model is their mom (@nutritionbynaz). And knowing the person she is gives me excitement about the women that my daughters will grow up to be because of who their mother is.  

Now having a son and knowing he will look to me first is a scary thought. That is the toughest responsibility that falls on a parent. To try to better oneself to then lead by example. 

There are alot of blessings that come with being a parent. One of them is the moment of reflection on my own life and how I can change to be better. To be a better person, a better husband, father, son and ultimately a better Muslim. 
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Happy 3 months to my little guy.

3 months of days that have merged into each other. The nights often feel long, especially when I've woken up for the 3rd time and it's not even fajr yet. The days feel so unbelievably short and I'm grateful for the built in nursing breaks that give me fragmented moments with my baby while my daughters try to compete for attention.

By now, I no longer accidently say "she" and have gotten used to the fact that I'm no longer just a girl mom. Being a girl mom has always felt so natural to me, yet now I can't imagine my life without this little guy.

Love you my little mahram ❤.
📸: @halimajama_

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To my sweet middle child,

You're not old enough to take on the biggest sister's responsibility yet not young enough to hold onto that "baby" title.

You waited for months to go from little sis to big sis, yet you didn't expect the change to be so much. I know it's hard for you to see me give all my time that was saved for you, to your baby brother. What's hardest is that you're not quite sure what you feel and how to say it. So it comes out in less than graceful ways. You may not be able to say it, but I understand the tears and frustration.

And as hard as it is for me to see you going through these changes, I promise to do my best to remind myself again and again of what you're going through.

Just know that I see you. I'll even let it slide when you sneak into my bed and cuddle me every night. It will get better and more importantly, you are not lost in the middle. I see you and I love you every single day.

[For those of you with middle children, what are your tips on making this transition of a new baby easier?]

📸: @halimajama_
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