Working out after becoming a mom takes on an entirely new meaning. It’s either that sacred alone time at the gym you’ve been desperately craving, or the crazy multi-tasking attempt to sweat with kids in tow – usually it’s the latter. That’s why stroller workouts are king, and having a kick @ss stroller is necessary. That’s why I partnered with BOB Gear to create this moving barre stroller workout.
Why ‘moving’ in the title? Because this isn’t a stroller workout that keeps the stroller stationary. Let’s be honest, there’s no way my kids will sit quietly and angelically in a non-moving stroller while I get a full-body workout in. Can I get an amen? Movement = entertainment = quiet = mommy workout time.
To say I was thrilled when BOB Gear provided me with a 2016 Stroller Strides Duallie for review is probably an understatement. Admittedly I purchased a different double stroller once my second baby was born – and I hated it. Here’s the thing, if a stroller can’t provide sun protection for both kids, can’t fold up in a snap, and can’t turn on a dime with very little effort, don’t even think about buying it. The BOB is the holy grail of jogging strollers – and the Stroller Strides Duallie is no exception.
DON’T judge me, but we’ve owned five strollers in two years. FIVE. I’m not going to say I’m a stroller expert, but I know my shiz when it comes to child-transporters. The BOB is my favorite – hands down, no question. I absolutely love the suspension – I can take this stroller anywhere, and it works in any situation. From casual strolls to the farmer’s market to trail running, the BOB Duallie is the jack of all trades.
I owned a Bob Revolution single jogger with my first child and loved it. So I bet you’re wondering, “why would you buy a different double stroller brand?”. Well, I was kind of scared – scared that the BOB Duallie would be too wide to take anywhere. And scared it would be so heavy that I wouldn’t want to take it anywhere. Boy how wrong I was! The BOB Duallie is just as easy to fold and load in my vehicle as the single BOB Revolution. And as for size, I really haven’t had a problem going anywhere, in fact, it’s actually easier to steer than that ‘other’ brand I purchased which seats two children front to back. You’d think that configuration would be great, but I felt like I was always pushing with my arms fully extended, since the back seat stuck out so far. NOT a comfortable for a walk or run. The Duallie makes me feel like I’m pushing a cloud, without feeling like I’m not kneeing my child in the back of the head!
If anyone has any hesitation to purchase a BOB single or double jogger, I’d say JUST GET IT! The investment is absolutely worth it, and the quality is outstanding. Still not sure? Feel free to email me and I’ll convince ya! Although BOB Gear provided this stroller for my review, I truly am a big, big fan of this company and their products.
Ok back to this moving barre stroller workout! Since we all know that jogging strollers are great for jogging (duh), I can’t wait to show how my BOB works for a moving barre stroller workout. Barre? With kids? And a stroller? YES! Here’s how:
Moving Barre Stroller Workout
Moving Sumo Squats
Start with your right hand on the stroller handle (your “bar”), left hand on your hip and body facing the side. Gently push the stroller out and step your right foot towards the stroller while keeping your heel off the ground, executing a wide sumo squat with a right heel lift (left foot stays flat on the ground). Bend deeply into the squat then bring you left foot in towards your body, turn around and do the same move on the opposite side (left heel lifted, right foot flat) as you step out and bend into the sumo squat while pushing the stroller with your left hand. Do 10 repetitions.
Thigh Blasters
Start facing the stroller, both hands on the bar and feet hip-distance apart, parallel. Next, lift your heels off the ground and bend your knees to a point where you feel challenged. Now lower your body even further to the ground as you gently push the stroller out and as you extend your arms. Lift your body back up to the original position as you bring the stroller back in. Every lower and lift is considered one ‘pulse’. Do 10 pulses/repetitions.
Standing Oblique Crunches
Start with your right hand on the stroller bar and left arm extended overhead. Extend your left foot and tilt your body so that you are leaning in slightly towards the stroller. Extend your right arm fully so the stroller is away from your body as you bring your left leg up towards your left shoulder, making sure to bring your left elbow in towards your knee. As you bring the knee up and elbow in, use your right arm to bring the stroller in to your body at the same time. This move will involve core strength to maintain stability and slow, controlled movements. Do 10 repetitions.
Seat Lifters
Start facing the stroller, both hands on the bar and stroller close to your body. Wrap your right foot behind your left, right toe facing the ground. Next, push the stroller out as you lift your right leg behind your body, chest facing the ground. Pulse your right leg up slightly higher than parallel for two counts (two pulses upwards), then bring it back down to the original position as you bring the stroller back in. Do 10 repetitions.
1st Position Angled Pulses
Start facing the stroller, hands resting on the barre. Bring your heels together, toes apart, and lift your heels off high off the ground. Bend to your lowest position as you bring your right hand in towards your right shoulder, swiveling the stroller to the the right diagonal. Bring your body up slightly using the power of you thighs as you swivel the stroller to parallel with your body. Next, bend your knees again as you bring your left hand in towards your left shoulder, swiveling the stroller to the left diagonal. Do 10 repetitions, each swivel counting as one.
Moving Lunge Lifts
Start facing the stroller, both hands on the bar. Step forward with your right foot into a lunge position (making sure to keep your right knee behind your toe) as you push the stroller forward with the lunge. Straighten your legs as you lift your left leg off the ground and squeeze your seat during the lift. Next, do the same move with your left foot stepping forward and right leg lifting. Do 10 repetitions.
Try the entire sequence of this moving barre stroller rwork at the end of a run for a muscle sculpting post-cardio routine, or do at least three rounds (or more if your children allow) for the ultimate outdoor barre workout.
Have you tried stroller workouts with your kids? Do you own a BOB? If so, share your story!
This post is sponsored by the awesome people at BOB Gear. As always, all opinions are 100% my own. Thanks for supporting Physical Kitchness!
Awesome!!!!! Love this. You’re such a great mama to get the boys outside while you work out. I love my double bob too and wish we could barrr bob it up together!
Ooooo me too girl!!! Why didn’t we do it more often when I was near you?!?!
I LOVE this… keeping mama happy and baby! so perfect!
Happy momma and baby for the win!
what a great way to workout – the baby must love it too! such a beautiful view by the way!
Yes, my kiddos love being ‘on the go’ in our stroller! Thanks Ananda!
This is awesome! I love that you mixed it up and brought out a new side of the stroller, and the barre! So creative, and what a great solution!
What a great workout for moms! Love how you incorporated the stroller in the routine! Way to go!
Loving this! Wish there was something like this when I had my girls (now 8 and 13). I did sign up for a month unlimited at a new Barre studio opening up here next month and I’m super excited. Years ago I would have never thought it was a “real” workout but in the few times I’ve done it with a new video series I love it!
Such a fabulous idea!! I love squeezing in extra moves where ever I can. I do lots while I’m brushing my teeth, ha!!
This is great! My kids are a bit past the stroller age but they’ve been begging me to take them for a jog, it would be fun to give this a try 🙂
Wow this is so creative!! I might have to take my nephews out for a walk so I can give this a whirl!
This is great! I totally think our stroller running moms are so bad ass!
I am OBSESSED with my BOB stroller. Seriously. We have the single and the double and those are the only strollers we have! I remember when we were registering for our first baby my husband picked up all the “other” strollers, shook them, and said that he could easily break them with one finger and never be able to fix them (because shattered plastic is unfixable lol) ! The second he touched the BOB he was sold (and I was grateful because I’ve run all over the place with my kids in tow thanks to it!
Great workout! Yes on the multi-tasking workouts. I didn’t splurge on a BOB, I got a cheaper one and kind of regret it. It’s sort of tippy and I have to be so careful.
That looks like a great workout! Such a perfect idea to use the stroller
Thank you Kristin!
I don’t have kids yet, but I can imagine myself doing lots of stroller workouts when I do! I am definitely going to be that lady running and walking with her jogger in the nerighborhood all the time. Love this idea!
It’s the best way to get a workout in -the kids are CONTAINED! LOL. Thanks Kerri!
You always come up with the most creative and fun workouts, this looks great!!
You’re the best. Thanks friend!
Now this is a dedicated fitnessista workout! I’m so impressed at the creativity of these moves.
Thanks Alisa! You made my day!
You look amazing! This is a great idea for a barre workout. And I totally agree that working out after becoming a mom takes on a whole new meaning.
Thanks so much Chrissy! Working out as a mom is my sanity-time!!
Such great ideas! I totally know what you mean about trying to find the time to work out after having a baby. Now that my daughter is 3, she actually joins in with me when I exercise- it makes things a lot easier!
Oh that is amazing!! So there is hope?! My toddler would never do that with me right now!
What a great post!! I am so far removed from the whole stroller life but I do have a lot of young moms around in my life. Will be sharing this for sure.
Thanks for sharing the love Mikki!
This post makes me miss running with my boys in the Bob stroller!
It’s great to take my boys with, but MAN is it so much harder than running solo!
I do remember my kids getting restless quite quickly if I would stop for any amount of time. Thankfully, we are out of the stroller stage now, but I would have loved this workout back in the day!
Ha at least it isn’t just my kids! Now my toddler likes to say, “fast mommy!” I guess it’s sort of motivation, right?!
BOB strollers are clutch. Gotta have one! Loved mine…
THE BEST. Hands down!
This is so great for mummies or anyone who likes to walk with a stroller. Ha Ha. I could do some of these with a park bench or maybe using a swing/ spinny playground thing to incorporate movement. Love it!!
Yes these moves are totally versatile for so many environments! Thanks Heather.
Oh my goodness I LOVE my BOB and now I can’t wait to try out this workout! I’ve done lunges and squats with my little man in the stroller, but these are some great new ones for me to try! Thanks so much 🙂
Of course! Bob strollers are HANDS DOWN the best!!!
Love this stroller workout & your blog, just found you, you’re awesome. I keep planning to start a fitness blog, I need to just do it!
Yes you do!!! Just go for it!