Thankfully, the temps here in AZ are dropping?a bit?so we?re finally able to spend more time outdoors taking in some amazing scenery. I LOVE this time of year, and I love working out outside even more! And while my amazing Ergobaby Performance Carrier is still handy for little Miss Ruby (remember all our babywearing adventures?), she kinda? wants to be her own little self and not ride on my back anymore (wonder who she gets her independence from?!) 🙂 So?I was left with a bit of a conundrum: How to get in some incredible workouts AND continue to spend some quality mother-daughter bonding time with my little miss in the beautiful out of doors.
Lo and behold, Orbit Baby (my trusted stroller/car seat brand) totally outdid themselves! Legit, I have used their strollers and car seats since Cashy was a newborn?and have NEVER veered. While their original stroller travel system was always a fave of mine, they have since come to my workout rescue with their brand spankin? new Orbit Baby 02 Hybrid Jogging Stroller (which hit the market THURSDAY…and they are so kindly giving one away to one of you!!!!). And let me tell you?this stroller is a dream come true! Not only does it have the modern and sleek look that all Orbit Baby products have, but it also has mega storage space (which any mother needs), an adjustable handle (in case you choose to share it, but you totally might not!), a 360-degree rotating AND adjustable seat (City Mode for strolling and Performance Mode for exercising – this sold me from the get-go), an easy peasy fold up, and shock absorbers and sturdy tires for an ultra-smooth ride for both you and your little. It. Is. A. Dream.
Okay, so let?s get my latest and greatest Mommy/Daddy & Me Workout! The inspiration for this one comes from one of Chris? and my all-time favorite workouts: A Burpee Run. We love this because we can do it anywhere?hotel, airport, beach, park, driveway?and it?s an amazing, total body interval workout. So I thought, why not make a Burpee Run: Stroller Edition?! Don?t worry, I removed some burpees and added in some fun stuff! Here you go:
Mommy/Daddy & Me Workout: Stroller Edition
What you?ll need:
Stroller and little one (if you don?t have your own, borrow a friend?s) 😉
Sunscreen
Water bottle/sippy cup/bottle for both of you. And if your little one is like Ruby and likes the binky a little too much, grab your WubbaNub. 😉
Warm up: Do some whole body light stretching plus the following (take these nice & easy):
- 15 Squats: Be sure to lock the stroller?s parking brake for this. Use the stroller as a counter balance, but be sure you are not pulling on the stroller as you lower. If you feel safer, go ahead and step away from the stroller and do free-standing air squats.
- 15 Push ?n Pulls on each side: Remove the brake for these. Standing sideways with feet about shoulder-width apart and holding the stroller tightly with one hand, simply push the stroller away from your body (but never let go), then pull the stroller back, engaging your lats. Repeat.
- 10 Side Kicks on each side: Put the stroller in park. With feet together and both hands on the stroller, simply kick one leg out to the side, keeping your toe pointed forward and engaging your glutes. Squeeze at the top, lower leg, and repeat.
- 10 Kick Backs on each side: Stroller still in park, and in the same position, simply kick your leg behind you with your toe pointed down and glute engaged.
*As you might know, I?ve been a bit booty obsessed lately, so I couldn?t help but throw in a few of my fave moves to lift and build our Mama booties!
The Workout:
- Set your stopwatch, and run (or walk) for 2 minutes. When the timer is up, perform:
20 Walking Lunges (10 on each leg) – can back lunge with parked stroller, if preferred - Run again for 2 minutes, then:
20 Push Ups – park stroller and keep baby close - Run again for 2 minutes, then:
20 Squats – can park stroller and air squat, if preferred - Run again for 2 minutes, then:
20 Bench Dips – park stroller and find the nearest bench - Run again for 2 minutes, then:
20 Swing Ups – find a grassy area?or, if you run into a mound of ants, like I did, use the concrete - Run again for 2 minutes, then:
20 Burpees – finish strong!!
This entire workout should take about 15-20 minutes. While you can sure start by doing this once through, repeat this workout often enough to build your stamina and endurance, and before you know it, you will be more than capable of repeating this workout 2, or even 3 times in one outdoor session!
NOTE: If your toddler does get a bit wiggly, go play for a bit, and then get back to working out!
Cool down: Repeat warm up.
Handy tips:
- Don?t do the same exercises two days in a row. Your muscles need some time to heal and get stronger in between workouts. Try doing this Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
- If you can?t finish the suggested number of reps, stop for a few seconds, shake out those tired muscles, and then try for a few more reps.
- Remember to put the brake on for most of these exercises. We don?t want your little going on a solo trip!
- Don?t lean on your stroller, simply hold on to the handle for a bit of support.
- Since all strollers aren?t created equal, if you feel like your stroller won?t offer adequate support, park it (remember about that brake!), and do your exercises beside your stroller holding on to a park bench or railing for extra support if needed.
- Keep your core tight during all exercises, including while walking/running. Why not get some added core work at the same time?!
- Watch your posture throughout your workout: Stand up straight, hold in those abs, keep your chest up, and keep the stroller close to you.
Now?to the REALLY good stuff. My $1000 stroller giveaway!! Since this is?by far?the biggest giveaway I?ve ever done, you?re gonna? have to work a bit to enter this one. 😉 Be sure and follow ALL of the instructions below, and good luck!
Orbit Baby 02 Hybrid Giveaway Instructions:
- Make sure you’re following me on social media and share this post on all your social media channels using the hashtag #PowellOrbitBabyGiveaway – tag me too!
- Since love makes the world go ?round?or orbit (Lol) 😉 ?do a Random Act of Kindness for someone.
- Comment on any one of my social media platforms (IG, FB, or the blog) with what you plan on doing, or tell me about a RAOK you did already today!
*Extra Credit! If you snag a pic of yourself doing your RAOK or just the Random Act of Kindness itself, upload it on social media and again use that #PowellOrbitBabyGiveaway hashtag and tag me in your pic!
Only one entry per person, please, but do as many Random Acts of Kindness as you want!
You have until Tuesday, September 29, 2015, 12 midnight PST to enter. One winner will be randomly chosen and announced on Wednesday, September 30, 2015. The winner will have 24 hours to shoot me an email at [email protected] to claim this amazing prize. Now go and do some kindness! 🙂
Xoxo,
Heidi
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530 Responses
Hi! I would so love this for me and my son Mason. He is 13 months old and the true meaning of a fighter. He was born with CDH – had surgery at 5 days old and spent 45 days in the nicu. He is my 3rd baby and my healthiest pregnancy! I gained weight while living in the hospital for those 7 weeks eating hospital food and sitting in a recliner holding my sweet boy. Since coming home I’ve been struggling to loose the remaining weight and have been looking for a jogging stroller! He had surpassed every obstacle and overcome every hurdle. I just want to be healthy and fit for my kids!
Love this idea!! And thanks for the different exercise every other day for muscles. Didn’t know that. ?
I have 4 girls, and my youngest loves being outside and riding in a stroller. Hoping for one more baby ? So a new stroller would be great!
I just had my 2nd baby 2 months ago, I’m getting back to the gym after being off for 2 months. I continued crossfit throughout my pregnancy up until 38 weeks and then it just got too uncomfortable. I would love to win this stroller so that I can take my littles on a run with me as my husband wants me to do a Spartan race with him next year I need to start training!
So nice to give this away my babe is 14 months and she loves to be outside. She’s a mama’s girl totally. I think she’s love being able to see me while we walk or run!
I have 5 babies in all but my last two are just a year and 15 days apart and these last two years have been (needless to say) exhausting. I have neglected my health although before I always tried to get in some kind of exercise. My 2 year old’s name is Ruby (too) and her little sister’s name is Swan. They love being outdoors and this stroller would be just as fun for them as it would be for me. I have always enjoyed being outside for workouts and this would be great motivation for me to get back on track.
Thank you for this great giveaway and good luck to all mommies and daddies!
I love that you are giving away your stroller! Perfect way for a mama to have no excuses! I have 3 kids and working out is so important to me but has definitely gotten harder with each child. I love to try to incorporate my kids into my workout. And outside workouts are awesome for me and the kids!
I love being a mom! It was always my dream to have babies and raise wonderful, loving people. My kids are 7, 3, and 4 months. I am home with them and do my best to use this time to show them how much I love them by taking care of our family, our home, and myself! I workout when and where my kids can watch and see what hard work is. I love to follow your family. Keep up the good work!
My 18 month old is battling brain cancer. We live in Denver and stay at Children’s Hospital often. He has been battling since 15 months. We walk him in his stroller all the time around the Anschutz campus. He starts high dose chemo and bone marrow transplants this Monday the 31st.
I lost all my pregnancy weight from him using your Extreme Weightloss book and carb cycling program. Unfortunately, I have gained some back because I have given all my strength and time to my son, Luke.
Anyhow, I’d love to win this stroller- not only as a way of exercising while we are stuck at the hospital, but a constant reminder that with the help of Heidi and Chris, I can focus on healthy again.
I have a 2 year old and i would love to have this stroller for workouts and running in the park. Ive been trying to keep active but my son is too attached to me. He loves running so he would love to ride in style. Thanks for the chance to win!
Oh Heidi, I NEED this stroller! And by need, imean…I really really want it ;). About a year and a half ago I fell in LOVE with health! I’ve struggled with weight and self confidence ever since I was 14 years old. You know the typical story, chubbiest of the girlfriends, the girl who never had a boyfriend through high school, trying EVERY way (but being healthy) to lose the weight and failing every time. Fast forward 8 years and my son, and first child, was born (actually right around little ruby’s birthday!) in novemeber of 2013. I had gotten up to my highest weight at 194 (at a height of 5’5″) and struggling with pp depression I felt at my lowest of lows as a single mom. It wasn’t until my son turned 1 when I was sick of playing the blame game and decided to take happiness into my own hands and change! I fell in love with health and fitness! I started eating right, portion things out, and cut waaayyy back on the pizza 😉 and found a love for running and lifting! not only did I fall in love with health and fitness but I finally fell in love with myself. After a lot of hard work and self discipline, I reached my personal best of a 133 weight and size 2-4 jean! I NEVER thought I would have seen the day, but I did because I believed in myself. Now I sit here 7 months pregnant with my second child and couldn’t be more excited! But, even though I am eating correctly I am not running anymore due to extreme sickness in the first and beginning of second trimester, then I was scared to start back up again. I do my kettle bell work outs, and other small work outs but I know ive climbed back up the weight scale 27 pounds and I am SO eager to start running again, but I’d love to run with my new baby girl in style in that stroller!
I just want to thank you and Chris for being an inspiration to me and tons of other men and women out there! You two truly are AMAZING, and I miss getting to watch your show every week. I also commend your blended family! As I am starting a blended family of my own, I can only hope that my first childs father will come around to be one big family for our son with my significant other and our daughter.
Thank you, Heidi!