Mommy's Workout Buddies

A few weeks ago a reporter from a local magazine came to Stroller Strides to do a story. Well, they came back on Friday to do a photo shoot for it. My boys looked fab in their new gear!
The story should be in the February edition and you can access it online. I'll post a link when it runs.

Battling the holiday bulge!

The average American gains 5-7 pounds during this holiday season - ugh! I know we are all looking at ways to avoid that, but let's be realistic about it. To vow that you won't eat a single cookie is, most likely, just sitting yourself up for failure. Then you'll feel bad that you "cheated" and will eat the whole plate of cookies! Instead of not eating any holiday treats, strive to limit your portions, be aware of what you are eating, and choose wisely. SparkPeople evaluated a bakers dozen of cookies and ranked them according to calories and fat grams.
Here they are:
Meringue (25 calories, 0g fat)
Fortune cookie (30 calories, 0g fat)
Biscotti (65 calories, 2.5g fat)
Oatmeal raisin (95 calories, 3.5g fat)
Sugar (100 calories, 3g fat)
Macaroon (100 calories, 6g fat)
Chocolate chip (110 calories, 6g fat)
Gingerbread man (115 calories, 5g fat)
Gingersnap (120 calories, 3g fat)
Peanut butter (125 calories, 6.5g fat)
White chocolate macadamia nut (140 calories, 8g fat)
Peanut blossom (150 calories, 8g fat)
M&M cookie (200 calories, 8g fat)
(See the entire story by clicking here)

Fitness Magazine also offers a great resource for parties. They have compiled a list of the ten healthiest party foods.
The top ten are:
Bruschetta
Smoked Salmon on Toasts
Salsa
Guacamole
Shrimp Cocktail
Vegetables and Dip
Chicken Kabobs
Sushi
Fruit & Cheese
Red Wine
Mixed Nuts
(See the entire story by clicking here)

Another way to battle the bulge is to make sure you keep moving. I know everyone is busy this time of year, but make time to exercise. Of course, Stroller Strides is a wonderful option for a total body workout. Plus, it offers the chance to chat with other moms about where the best shopping deals of the day are!

Colors!

Friday was our first "color" class. We are working our way through the rainbow, so Friday was "RED". It went really well, the kiddos were pointing out things they saw in the mall that were red!
I am really excited about adding these themed classes to Stroller Strides. It adds an enriching, learning activity for the kids while the moms are getting their workout.
Check out the website for the schedule of colors. After we get through the colors, we will be starting the alphabet!

It's been a long time...

Wow! I can't believe how long it's been since I've blogged on here. Since my last post, Rigley was born (July 27) and we have started Stroller Strides classes back up after my maternity leave. YEA!
I am so excited to be back teaching. I've got a great group of mommies coming out and we are having a wonderful time. I'm looking at adding another location where we can be outside more, so stay tuned to see where that will be!

The Great Example

Not only do I get to spend time with Brighton while I do Stroller Strides, but he is learning so much! He has learned so many songs, but even more importantly he is learning that exercise should be part of our lives! Just a few weeks after we started Stroller Strides, he was doing push ups against the wall at home! A few days ago, he picked up a length of string that Donovan had been using and said, "Mommy, I do exercise!" and proceeded to hold the string and raise and lower his arms! I wish I could have captured it on video - so cute!