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stations throughout the hour. “They format the workout so everyone can do it,” said Erin Rainbolt, who’s been Stroller Striding since January. “Everyone works together. I’m starting to see results and improvements and it’s exciting and motivating,” she said. Stroller Strides suggests new moms wait until baby is 6 weeks old and the doctor has signed off on vigorous exercise before beginning. Older children can ride along with mom on a bike or scooter, said Suzy Stenehjem, owner of InHer Strength Fitness LLC and the Phoenix/Scottsdale franchise.
Kids Cramping Your Workout? Not Anymore. By Amanda Niemerg aniemerg@anthemnews.com
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s children run in a soccer field at Anthem’s community park, a circle of moms stretch on yoga mats next to strollers. One woman yells “30 seconds… 20 seconds… 10 seconds… Great job, ladies!” Moms are working out the best way they can—with children in tow—as members of Stroller Strides fitness group. An international fitness program geared toward new moms, Stroller Strides incorporates strollers, exercise tubing and the environment into a 60-minute full-body workout. The Anthem class meets at the community park Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. and Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. Moms of all fitness levels can join in the interval training, which includes a walking and running loop and muscle-toning
The group gives moms a much-needed opportunity to socialize through play dates and mom’s-night-out events throughout the month. And, let’s face it, grown-up interaction is essential to maintaining sanity. “It’s cheaper than therapy,” said Jenn Owens, one of the instructors. “The benefits far surpass anything Stroller Strides else. It gives me strollerstrides.com more energy and Register by clicking “Programs and Locations.” more patience with my kids,” PRICING (See website for details) she said. First Class: Free
Single Class Pass: $15 “Depression Block Class Pass: $110 is not something Ten Monthly Pass: From $59 openly talked about and this is something that can help with that and help you feel normal,” said Kelly Cantelme, another Stroller Stride instructor. “Motherhood is hard, and forming bonds is so helpful.” New and veteran moms share stories and advice on how to handle the real issues that come up.
Children are entertained by moms singing songs and playing games with them throughout the session. And, Stroller Strides is not just for moms. Dads can jump in for free on Fridays and Saturdays and for $5 any other day of the week with a registered mom. io MARCH 7, 2013 |
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