Moving your body actually creates energy, rather than sapping it. The trick is to choose exercise that fits your schedule.


Head outside. Go for a walk, a jog, or a hike during the regular time you spend with your baby. Consider a jogging stroller or one with all-terrain wheels. While you get exercise, you'll also be stimulating your baby's senses and helping her development.


Take a class with your baby. Some health clubs and yoga or Pilates studios offer classes for parents with babies. Others supply childcare for infants.


Create an "exercise studio" at home. Look into home exercise equipment or DVDs and videos that you can use while your baby is napping or otherwise occupied.


Dance with your baby. Twirl around the room together — your baby will enjoy the music and the movement.


Resist shortcuts. Park farther away from your destinations than usual so you have to walk more. Take the stairs instead of the elevator or escalator. It's counterintuitive when you're trying to make time to work out, but it's good exercise.