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Make Stroller Strides part of your New Year's Resolution!
Set a positive example of health for your entire family and have fun doing it!
10 realistic post natal fitness goals by Lisa Druxman, Stroller Strides Founder
TIPS:
10. Adopt a daily exercise philosophy. No matter if it’s a brisk stroller walk or a few sets of crunches and stretches during baby’s nap time, find some time each day to move your body.
9. Take time for yourself. Moms are consistently trying to take care of everyone else, but this role is impossible if you don’t take care of yourself. Whether it’s meditation or a quick read before bed, make sure “me time” is set aside daily.
8. Must eats. Fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins. Try to eat whole foods (unprocessed and unrefined).
7. Don’t eats. Anything processed. Stay away from fried foods and those high in sugar and salt.
6. Must drink. Water! Every system in the body depends on water, but most people don’t even realize when they’re dehydrated. Make sure you’re filling up your water bottle throughout the day and consuming around two or more liters.
5. Seek out a supportive social network. There are actually physical and psychological benefits for women when they socialize – especially with other women. Join an exercise group like Stroller Strides, a moms’ club or use the internet as a resource to reach out to other moms.
4. Fill up on fiber. Virtually all diets recommend a high-fiber intake. Add flax to your cereal or morning smoothie and make sure you’re eating plenty of fruits, veggies and legumes.
3. Take on a self-esteem mantra. Your words influence your world. Find three words to repeat to yourself each day that will help you find wellbeing, such as ‘peace,’ ‘health’ and ‘harmony.’
2. Breathe. You of course breathe every moment of the day, but find a few minutes to breathe with purpose. Breathe in for three counts; hold for three counts; and release for three counts. Your body will benefit from the oxygen and stress will slowly melt away.
1. Advertise to yourself. Most New Year’s resolutions are soon forgotten. Just like advertisers send subliminal messages to remind you to buy their product, you should put up notes throughout your home to remind yourself what you’re trying to accomplish and why.
Join Stroller Strides Visalia in January 2009 and enjoy $10 registration fee (save $65).
Classes have moved indoors for the winter beginning Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Our winter location is Roller Towne. Please click on "more info" for google map directions, class times, and description.
No Need For Day Care...AND Stroller Strides is like having a personal trainer at a fraction of the cost!
Stroller Strides is not just a walk in the park! We offer a complete head to toe total body workout while your child comes along for the ride. In addition to a great workout you can meet some amazing new moms and kids. Our program also offers LUNA Moms Club (at no additional cost) that consists of weekly playgroups after class, monthly moms night out activities and special community events. Visalia LUNA Moms Club was voted 2008 LUNA Moms Club of the Year. This is a national recognition and something we take great pride in! Click on our Visalia Luna Moms Club link below to see what we have planned. Don't put it off any longer... come join all the Stroller Strides fun!
Is there a class day, time, or location that you would like to see added?
Stroller Strides of Visalia/Tulare is always looking to provide the most convenient and appropriate class times and locations to its patrons. Only six members are required to form a new class time/location. Call your girlfriends, make a commitment of health to eachother, AND bring Stroller Strides into a park near you! As always, join with friends and share the one time registration fee.
If there is a class location or time that you would like to see added to our program, please email joelean@strollerstrides.net
What to Bring
Please plan to arrive at class 10-15 minutes before start time, be sure to wear comfortable running/walking shoes, bring a sturdy stroller, stroller toys/snacks for baby, a mat or towel for ground exercises (we provide the tubing bands for our body toning) and don't forget to pack plenty of water!
Bad Weather Policy
Classes will be moved indoors due to adverse weather conditions. Indoor location is Roller Towne. During extreme heat, cold, and/or rain conditions, please check www.strollerstrides.net/visalia after 7:30am on the day of class find out if we will be indoors.
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