How Alana Reclaimed Her Strength After Baby No. 4 Without Sacrificing Her Life (Or Her Sanity)
Jul 07, 2025
From 2025 resident scholar and fitness coach Jordanna Nativ
Alana Kayfetz is a mom of four (yes, FOUR). She delivered her youngest in March. And by April, she came to me with a clear-as-day mission:
She wasn’t trying to “bounce back.” She wasn’t trying to look like her pre-baby self. She was ready to feel strong, present and empowered in her body—on her own terms.
Alana was done with the all-or-nothing game. She wanted to build sustainable habits, feel confident in her clothes again and finally break free from the cycle of starting over every time life got busy.
As you probably know, Alana isn’t new to fitness. She had some experience with nutrition and tracking. But life had been life-ing—and like so many women (especially moms), she didn’t want another rigid plan that only worked in a vacuum. She wanted something that fit into real life.
So, we built a different path: Sustainable. Flexible. Strong.
Eight weeks later, here’s what changed:
- Down 20 lbs (and still progressing steadily)
- Wearing her pre-pregnancy jeans—comfortably and confidently
- Working out four times a week during pockets of time she carved out
- Walking 8,000–10,000 steps most days, with her baby in tow
- Eating foods she enjoys—without cutting out her favourites
- Tracking her intake with flexibility (including free meals)
- Prioritizing mindset over motivation
This isn’t about “snapping back.” It’s about tuning in to your body, your capacity and your season of life.
And if you’re in a chapter that feels too full or too exhausting, I want you to know something: you can take care of yourself, too. Not by pushing harder, but by choosing differently.
Here’s what Alana did—and what you can do too:
1. She Didn’t Wait for the “Perfect Time.”
Perfectionism is a trap—and one that often keeps women stuck. Alana didn’t wait for full nights of sleep, more help or an empty calendar. She started where she was: healing, nursing, exhausted…and juggling four kids.
She simply asked, “What can I do today with what I have?”
Simple Swap:
There is no “ideal” time. There’s only right now—and how you choose to honour yourself in it.
2. She Trained Smarter, Not Harder.
Her workouts weren’t extreme or exhausting. They were short, strength-focused sessions done at home in 30 to 40 minutes, four times a week.
Sometimes she held the baby. Sometimes she split it up. Sometimes she just had 20 minutes—and that was enough.
Simple Swap:
You don’t need hours. You need a smart plan that works with your lifestyle, not against it.
3. She Walked—Often, and With Purpose.
Walking is underrated but powerful. It improves energy, digestion, stress and overall well-being. Alana didn’t clock steps on a treadmill—she walked with her baby, during errands or while chatting on the phone.
Simple Swap:
Daily movement doesn’t need to be formal. Make it part of your rhythm, not a separate task.
4. She Ate for Nourishment—Not Punishment.
We didn’t cut out carbs, sugar or family meals. We built her plan around her goals and her life. She hit her protein targets, made simple swaps and included flexibility so that food felt empowering, not restrictive.
Simple Swap:
You don’t need to eat “perfectly.” You need to eat in a way that supports your energy, goals and sanity.
5. She Decided She Was Worth It.
This is the heart of it.
Alana didn’t wait for permission or motivation. She chose herself, not in spite of her responsibilities, but because of them. Her progress wasn’t driven by pressure—it was powered by belief.
Simple Swap:
The version of you that feels confident, energized and grounded doesn’t come from hustle. It comes from commitment—even on hard days.
We’re just getting started. Alana has more goals ahead, and I’m honored to walk beside her as a coach—not to push her to fit into a mold, but to help her keep growing into her own version of strong.
Because real transformation doesn’t come from restriction. It comes from support, strategy, and self-trust.
If You’re Ready to Start, Start Small:
- Trade scrolling for a 10-minute post-dinner walk (family optional, but encouraged)
- Eat breakfast with 30g+ protein to boost energy and hunger signals
- Sit down to eat your meals—without multitasking
- Set a timer for 20 minutes and move your body—no equipment needed
- Stop asking, “What’s the perfect plan?” and start asking, “What’s one thing I can do today?”
Because this isn’t about bouncing back—it’s about building forward.
You deserve to feel strong, capable, and proud of the woman you’re becoming.
And if you want a coach who meets you in your real life—not just your highlight reel—I’d love to show you how.
– Coach Jordanna
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