Proper Way to Push a Stroller Jogging Stroller 101

Proper Way to Push a Stroller Jogging Stroller 101

Proper Posture + Alignment:

• Head, chin and chest up
• Shoulders back and down
• Ears above your shoulders
• Walking closely to the stroller
• Arms slightly bent but not locked
• Wrists straight
• Core is engaged

Note to moms: I love to use my stroller for leisurely walks (Great for lowering stress hormones) as well as sprints!  

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How to Choose a Stroller for Exercise

A traditional stroller is not safe for exercising with a baby. Most traditional strollers lack the features necessary to reduce the jarring shocks that a baby could be subjected to from moving quickly over uneven surfaces.

If you plan to use your jogging stroller for exercise, here are 3 features to look for:

•  Locking front wheel- Exercising with a traditional stroller may cause the wheels to start wobbling. For safety for you and your baby, exercise strollers offer a locking front wheel feature that allows you to secure the front wheel in a straight position when needed. 
• Larger tires- strollers that are suitable for exercise should have tires that are 16″ or larger diameter wheels in the rear, and 12″ or larger in the front . While ordinary strollers may have plastic wheels, exercise strollers have tires that are filled with air so that they reduce the shock to your baby and roll over bumps easier.
• Suspension- Exercise strollers almost always include a suspension in order to absorb shock and prevent injury to your baby.

 

At first glance, the number of jogging/exercise strollers can be intimidating. Before rushing out and buying a stroller, take a few for a test “run” (walk around the store) to ensure the proper fit.

The key: Look for a stroller that fits your height and promotes a comfortable stride with proper posture and alignment (see above). If necessary, consider buying an extender for your stroller handle to increase the height and ensure proper posture.

Jogging Stroller 101- Other factors to consider:

• Terrain- you want your stroller to roll easily over all terrain, so consider when and where you will be using your stroller.
• Weight- some strollers can be extremely heavy. If you’ll be lifting your stroller in and out of vehicles, it’s important to look for a stroller that is lightweight and manageable.
• Safety strap- consider a stroller with a safety strap where one end attaches to the stroller and the other end has a loop to wear around your wrist if you plan to run with your stroller at any time.
• Peek-a-boo window- many strollers offer this window on the canopy to keep an eye on your baby while on the move.
• Handlebar Adjustment- An adjustable handle bar is a great feature to look for to ensure proper posture and alignment