I felt guilty every time I left my kid to work out. I reminded myself that, as an older mom, staying healthy is most important.

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It became a habit. I had to leave for my run club at about the same time my daughter would wake up in the morning. She was only 6 months old, and I couldn't resist the desire to hold her. That would lead to me being late or missing the run altogether. Once she was in my arms, she was not going to let me put her down. And frankly, I didn't want to put her down.