Stroller advisor
Exercising with your stroller
In our busy daily lives fitness often takes a backseat. Balancing work, family, and the home can be challenging, especially for new mothers. Getting yourself back into your pre-pregnancy shape doesn't need to take time out of your day, and small exercises can help regain lost fitness, revitalize your extra energy, and help you feel great about yourself.
As a mother, what better way to exercise than to grab your baby stroller, lace up your running shoes, and head outside to enjoy the fresh air with your child?
In the first few months after giving birth to your child, build your exercise activities slowly, starting with 10-20 minutes, 3-4 days per week, and then gradually increasing their duration and intensity.
Walking
Walking up hills is a great way to get in shape. To prevent injury to your back, avoid bending at the waist and leaning over your stroller when pushing up hill.
Squatting
Hold onto the stroller and place your feet hip width apart. Keeping your head up, and back straight as you squat, bend both knees in a slow and controlled manner (ensure good alignment of the knees and toes), until thighs are parallel to ground. Squeeze your buttocks and straighten your legs to return to starting position.
Socialising
To make your exercise more enjoyable, ask a friend join you. Strolling in public parks, and enjoying the fresh air is a great way to work out and still be near friends, and family.
Being a mother doesn’t mean that you can’t stay in shape, exercise, or improve your fitness. Following these simple exercises will help you to regain your form, and provide you with that extra energy to help you cope with the demands of motherhood and parenting.
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