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The Bootcamp Launch: Wins, Lessons, and What’s Next

It’s the morning after the very first MomUnity Bootcamp, and let me tell you—I am still riding the high! The energy, the vibe, the sheer determination of the all the superstars who showed up despite the rain trying to humble us? Nothing short of electric.

It’s Sunday morning. Hubby and the boys are still knocked out, but I’ve been up since 4 AM, fueled by excitement, SORE MUSCLES, and the burning desire to capture every bit of this experience before the chaos of the busiest week ever begins.

The Wins: More Than Just a Workout

We did it! After weeks of planning, reaching out, and spreading the word, the first-ever MomUnity Bootcamp came to life—and it was nothing short of magic. Seeing everyone from all backgrounds come together, sweating, laughing, and pushing past their limits was a reminder of why I started this in the first place. We had new moms, old moms, twin moms, students, colleagues, champs with little feet and EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN!

  • The turnout? Better than I could have imagined.
  • The energy? Through the roof.
  • The sense of community? Unmatched.
  • The rain? An uninvited guest who didn’t stand a chance.

There was something about us pushing through the drizzle, refusing to quit, that made the whole experience even more powerful. If that isn’t a metaphor for motherhood, I don’t know what is.

The Lessons: Because Every Win Comes With Wisdom

While I’m still basking in the success, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t learn a few things along the way.

  • Lesson 1: Always have a rain plan. The weather app played me. I will not be fooled again.
  • Lesson 2: Moms are superheroes, but hydration is key. Between cheering, jumping, and carrying babies, we need those water breaks!
  • Lesson 3: Community is everything. Watching moms encourage each other, hold each other accountable, and celebrate every milestone was the most rewarding part of it all.
  • Lesson 4: Don't overthink it! I spent the last 5 years daydreaming about the concept of a bootcamp, without actually actioning it. I knew what I wanted it to be like, but in hindsight I was more focused on the bells and whistles than the actual thing. It happened, almost painlessly. And I kept waiting for it to fall apart. 
  • Lesson 5: Your gift makes room for you! Whether you know it or not, your gift will always make room for you. It will always wait for you. Mostly nag you like the South African Mosquito Association in the middle of summer! But it will make room. The plot twist is that you may not always have the capacity to see it through because we grow, we age, and things change.

What’s Next: Keeping the Momentum Going

This is just the beginning. The launch was a success, but now comes the real work—keeping the fire burning. More sessions, more support, more ways to uplift and empower each other. The vision is clear: MomUnity is more than just fitness. It’s a movement. And Move we shall!

And while I brace myself for what might be the busiest week ever (because let’s be real, life doesn’t slow down for wins), I’m holding onto the joy, the lessons, and the beautiful proof that when moms come together, there’s nothing we can’t do.

If you were at the launch— THANK YOU!!! I can only hope the event was all you had hoped for and more. Tell me, what was your favorite moment? And if you missed it, don’t worry… this is only the beginning. Let’s keep moving, growing, and thriving—together.


Signing out, 

Mrs Mom 

(Still thinking about how to add Coach to it to make it sound cute)

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