Walking, not Running

For many of us mamas, running and other vigorous aerobic activity is out of the question…we either don’t enjoy it, have medical reasons we can’t, or in my case…are 5 months pregnant.

So, until about 6 weeks after my son is born…I will stick to brisk walking and yoga.  Research has shown that walking can be as effective a workout as other vigorous forms of exercise, without the strain on your joints, muscles…or a growing belly.

Here are a few resources I find very helpful to keep my walking workouts fun and effective:

Want to plan the perfect walking route around your city?  Check out WalkJogRun.  It’s a route planner and a distance/speed calculator.   You can choose your own route, or select one that has already been created in your neighborhood.

If you are a little more spontaneous, or don’t have the time to be so organized and plan a route ahead of time…then maybe the Strollometer is for you.  It’s the world’s first computer/speedometer designed to fit on any baby stroller.  The Strollometer records your distance, speed and time.

And if you get the Strollometer…then you will need a jogging stroller to put it on.  Since I also have a 2-year-old, my workouts almost always include her.  So, I put her in my jogging stroller and off we go.  Check out JoggingStroller.com for reviews, advice, and a great selection of jogging strollers.

And finally…if you aren’t careful your vigorous walking workout can turn into a leisurely stroll.  So, to help keep up the pace check take along your MP3 player…check out the awesome workout playlists from Fitness Magazine.

Comments

[Meredith Woodrow]

How do I get involved? I am a mom of three in CO and love tris! Great information and a great service. I am sidelined right now with ITB injury and hope to have a season. Otherwise I'll just do bikes.