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Good News for Moms With Strollers

FitSugar — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 11:00:00 -0700

Here is some good news for mom's who like to run with strollers...

A study from Texas A&M found that running with a stroller provided a much more intense workout than running without a stroller and there was no difference in stride length and overall running gait. In other words: Your form is not compromised by pushing the stroller. This is good news for any of us moms that were thinking it was a bad idea to run with the stroller. So get out there and get a really good workout, without having to get a sitter -- Just make sure you've got a stroller that can handle it such as a Baby Jogger.

Want to get even more out of your stroller jogs? Hook up a Strollometer to your stroller to see your distance, speed and time.

Get in Gear: Brooke Shields's Jogging Stroller

FitSugar — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 14:30:00 -0700

I've mentioned the benefits of jogging with a stroller and apparently Brooke Shields was listening. Recently we've seen her running around with her two kids in this awesome jogging stroller.

I was determined to locate the stroller and have found it!

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Want to see who makes it and and where you can buy it online? Then read more

The Sport Double Buggy ($499.00) is made by Phil & Ted's, a brand out of New Zealand. This ingenious stroller has the second child seat under the first, so you're not pushing around such a wide load and so that you can keep an eye on your littlest one all while getting in a good workout. The swivel front wheel and alloy frame make running with it a breeze. Even though it comes from NZ, you can buy it from BuggyUnlimited.com. Amazon sells them online as well but you have to buy a single stroller and add the kit to transform it into a double stroller.

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Healthy Dose Link Time

FitSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -0800

Seems like Demi Moore has lost her hip on the cover of W - Never Say Diet
Meet Gwen Stafani's trainer Mike Heatlie - Fit Bottomed Girls
Going for the fastest marathon time . . . pushing a jog stroller - That's Fit
A little blue pill for the ladies is on the way - Vitamin G
Workout starved? Try the kitchen boogie workout - Fresh Fitness Tips
A 500 calorie Thanksgiving Day meal. How can that be? - Daily Spark
Tame your hunger with these five healthy snacks - Health

Run Like a Mother

FitSugar — Mon, 04 May 2009 06:00:00 -0700

Mother's Day doesn't have to be about heavy brunches and lovely bouquets. Although those gifts are nice, you could celebrate the day with a run.

Run with your mom. Run for your mom. Run pushing your jogging stroller. There are runs all over the country celebrating Mother's Day, from the Mominator 5k in Colorado Springs, CO to the Moms on the Run 5k in Dover, NH, with many races in between. Many of these fun runs are family affairs, and kids as well as fathers are encouraged to join in the fun. Check out this list of featured races on Active.com. Will you be running like a mother this Sunday?

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5 Ways to Spring Into Family Activities

FitSugar — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 14:45:00 -0700

If you're like me and always looking for new ways to get active this Spring, think about doing it as a family. Getting moving this Spring does not mean more time in the gym, in fact, it's quite the opposite. Children are like sponges and if they see you valuing TV time over times when you're physically active, they could adopt the same values. So here's a few ideas for getting the whole family moving:

If your child can still ride in a stroller, go for a lot of nice long walks. Or, invest in a jogging stroller, so you can jog while pushing.
If your child is able to bike or scooter, have them ride while you jog alongside. You'll both be getting great exercise and enjoying the Spring weather.
Plan regular after-dinner family walks. My sister and her family go on a walk almost every night and then they have dessert if anyone is still craving it.
Utilize the weekends to fly kites, ride bikes, play kickball or softball, toss around a frisbee, play fetch with the dog - basically anything that gets all of you out of the house and moving around.
Find another family to plan physical outings with. When I was growing up, my family always played putt-putt golf one Saturday a month with another family during the Spring and Summer. Not only did it get us off the couch, but we got to engage in a little friendly competition, which I still love to this day.

What ways do you find to get active with your family? I know I am always looking for suggestions, so I'd love to hear yours.

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See Mommy Run: Mother's Day Runs!

FitSugar — Wed, 07 May 2008 03:00:00 -0700

Before you sit down to your Mother's Day brunch, go for a run with your children or mother. A mimosa tastes much better after running a 5k. I think it is important to run intergenerationally so your kids can see that you are physically active and strong. These fun runs are a great way to introduce your sedentary mother to walking/jogging/running. If you have a wee one, strap him or her into your jog stroller and hit the road.

Active.com has a great listing of Mother's Day races, making it easy to find a race or fun run near you. Join the fun and see mommy run!