Christine Bezzant ✓
My Fitness Story: Make It Work, Mama
My fitness journey began roughly 33 years ago, right after welcoming my first child. Like many women, I experimented with exercises, searching for a passion. After becoming a mother to five more children, life became a whirlwind, and fitness felt like an arduous task.
I eventually accepted that my workouts had to be done at home, with an infant or toddler always around. To adapt, I invested in home DVDs, crafting 20 to 30-minute incremental sessions using weights, jump ropes, and bands. As my home gym grew with a treadmill and a barbell, dedication to these quick morning workouts led me to achieve the best shape of my life.
As my children grew and moved out, my passion transitioned from home workouts to the gym. My commitment set an example, and today, all four of my adult children lead healthy lives, married with kids of their own.
At 55 years old, I recently competed in my first bikini bodybuilding competition. This lifestyle is my mantra: "Make it work, mama."
Mantra: Make it work, mama.
My Journey: Juggling Motherhood and the Barbell
A timeline of how I adapted my fitness journey across three decades of motherhood.
Post-Child #1 Fitness Start
Began experimenting with exercise after the birth of my first child, starting a decades-long search for a sustainable passion.
The Home Gym Era
With six children, fitness moved home. I used DVDs, weights, ropes, and bands in short, incremental workouts to maintain health and sanity.
Transition to the Gym
As my children grew, my commitment deepened, and I transitioned my passion from my home gym to a full fitness facility.
First Bikini Competition
Proved that age and motherhood are no barriers by competing in my first-ever bikini bodybuilding show.
My Home Workout Philosophy
My approach focuses on minimal equipment, efficiency, and being adaptable to any lifestyle or space.
Fitness in Small Spaces
I specialize in workouts that require **minimal equipment** (weights, bands, jump ropes) and can be done at home, on vacation, or in small spaces, proving you can always "make it work."
Incremental Efficiency
My most transformative progress came from **20-30 minute incremental workouts** done consistently in the mornings, highlighting that quality often beats quantity.
Leading by Example
My commitment showed my children the value of health. All four of my adult children now lead healthy, active lives, proving that **parental fitness is generational**.
Fitness for Any Mama
Whether you're a busy mom of six or navigating limited space, my social media content on Instagram (@fitmamaof6) is dedicated to showing women how to **prioritize their health**.
My Journey Gallery
Visuals showcasing home workouts and competition stage presence.
Connect with @fitmamaof6
Join my community for home workout ideas, inspiration, and proof that it's never too late to start competing.