Having a baby has been (and is) one of the most joyful experiences in my life. It’s definitely also the busiest I’ve ever been. Babies and toddlers take up a lot of time (and rightly so), and I find myself neglecting myself at times. As a woman and a mother, I find that one of the most important things I can do for my child is to keep myself healthy. If you’re a mom, then you know how challenging it can be to fit in a workout. However, exercise does wonders for physical and emotional health and helps get that baby weight off! My son has never been in any type of day care setting (apart from an hour in our church’s nursery every now and then) so putting him in a gym child care program was out of the question for me. Last year, I had an opportunity to participate in a Stroller Strides photo and video shoot which allowed me the opportunity to try out this amazing total fitness program for moms and babes! I thoroughly enjoyed the month I spent working out with other moms in my community but there was one thing holding me back from signing up…my stroller.
Now you may not know this, but BOB’s Stroller Strides Fitness Stroller is the official stroller for this program. And I had an opportunity to test it out for a month and a half! Based on the BOB Revolution Stroller, this stroller combines swivel-wheel maneuverability to help moms (or dads) stay in shape. I can’t think of a better way to get or stay in shape then to do it with your baby. This is my first experience with a jogging stroller and I have to say that I’m very impressed with both it’s durability and functionality. For weighing in at 24 pounds, it is definitely more sturdy than I thought it would be. It has a “tough, welded frame” and was constructed to be a high quality stroller. It folds very easily (thankfully) and more compactly then it appears, and fits nicely in my trunk. It’s designed to be very comfortable for children and the company has thought of practically everything. The sun shade goes all the way over to provide complete coverage/protection from the sun if you have a baby/toddler that falls asleep with motion. The seat is padded well and reclines up to 70 degrees from the vertical position. There are also mesh pockets to store drinks or snacks (a must if you’re going to get through a 60 minute workout). I was a little concerned that jogging with it would be too bouncy for a baby, but the suspension is unlike any I’ve experienced with a stroller (and I’ve owned several). The front wheel can be locked for safety when you’re running or unlocked to help you maneuver through tight spaces. Another excellent safety feature is the strap you attach to your arm when you’re running downhill.
The only real difference between this stroller and the Revolution is the Fitness Kit that comes with it which includes a set of exercise bands, an exercise manual, and a week of Stroller Strides classes. I think it’s great to have the bands but I know that when you take the class you’ll be able to use theirs. Unless you’re planning on working out apart from Stroller Strides, you may not need the Fitness Kit. If you choose the Revolution, you’ll have your choice of five colors (over just the one red option with the Stroller Strides Fitness Stroller). The stroller retails for $399.oo and can be purchased on the site.
Right now, the company just launched a new contest which will run through June 29. One very lucky entrant will win a Stroller Strides Fitness Stroller on the site. Here are the details from the site:
Hey new moms and moms-to-be, are you ready to get your workout on? Well, here’s your chance to win a brand new Stroller Strides Fitness Stroller that’s going to get you rolling and encourage your health and wellness goals, big or small! To enter, send us a photo of you in your super sweet workout duds, the most creative submission will win! So, are you a spandex queen? Do you and baby match outfits? Show BOB your funky fashion, custom creation, or silly styling’s when you’re getting fit!
If you enter on the site, leave me a comment so I can check out your entry!
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