Workout with a Stroller: If You’re a New Mom, You Should Try It
Motherhood is one of the most exciting and love-filled periods in a woman’s life. However, the significant change in daily life and the new demands often make personal time for a simple walk or workout seem like an unattainable dream.
This was my fear when I had my two children—that I’d be stuck at home and struggle to return to the rhythm of my "old" daily life. Stroller workouts became an excellent way for me to regain my energy, improve my mood, and start reclaiming my strength after childbirth.
By combining exercise with your baby’s outing, you can integrate physical activity into your routine without needing someone to watch your child while you work out.
Below, you’ll find a workout ideal even for beginners. It’s one of my favorites and was designed by the sports activity coordinator of the Outdoor Moms team (Virginia Ethnopoulou: Pre & Post Natal Personal Trainer).
Remember, you don’t need complicated exercises to stay in shape. Listen to your body, and if you feel pain or excessive fatigue, take a break or reduce the intensity.
To make your outing even more enjoyable, ensure you have everything your baby needs. I prefer Babylino Sensitive Cotton Soft diapers because their innovative DRY MATRIX technology locks in large amounts of moisture, keeping my baby’s skin dry even after extended use. They’re also made with certified skin-friendly materials to prevent irritation.
Stroller Workout
- Warm-up – Walking: Simple, rhythmic walking for about 5 minutes.
- Interval Walking: 20 fast steps – 20 slower steps for 5 minutes. As your heart rate rises, focus on your breathing.
- Lunges: 10 repetitions per leg.
Stand upright, holding the stroller with both hands. Take a big step forward with one foot and bend your knee until it forms a 90-degree angle. Return to the starting position and repeat with the other leg. - Squats: 15 repetitions.
Stand behind the stroller with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold the stroller and do squats, ensuring your back stays straight. For added stability, lock the stroller’s brakes. - Side Lunges: 10 repetitions per side.
Holding the stroller with one hand, take a big step to the side and bend the knee of the stepping leg while keeping the other leg straight. Repeat on the other side. - Heel Raises: 15 repetitions.
Stand behind the stroller and lift your heels off the ground, balancing on the balls of your feet. - Cool-down – Light Walking: Slow your walking pace and take deep breaths for about 5 minutes.
Try stroller workouts, and you’ll notice a difference in your mood and energy from the very first session. Happy strolling!
