Focus on variety. Including foods from multiple food groups at each meal can increase overall vitamin and mineral consumption. Add strawberries to whole grain cereal, crackers to vegetable soup or granola to yogurt.

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  Fuel up. An energized body makes for a more effective workout, so grab a high-carbohydrate, low-fat snack 60 minutes prior to working out. Carbohydrates are the body's preferred fuel source. Whole and enriched grains are a premier source of carbohydrates and contain B vitamins, which help the body convert food to energy. Grab a handful of pretzels or peel a banana.
  
  
• Find strength in numbers. Support from other moms with common health and fitness goals is a valuable asset. Enlist a friend, join a "mommy and me" class or find a local mom-specific fitness group.
  
  
• Set goals. Goals, fitness or nutrition related, big or small, provide motivation and a sense of accomplishment. Aim for two additional servings of vegetables or whole grains per day, ride the bike an extra mile or sign up for a 5K race.

Mom's status as an everyday athlete will be celebrated during the Mom, The Everyday Athlete nationwide run/walk on Saturday, May 19, 2007. The Wheat Foods Council will partner with seeMOMMYrun, an organization that helps moms begin or find running/walking groups in their area, to host the event.

A healthy diet and regular exercise can help moms keep up with demanding schedules.