You active parents with little ones can still go running in the rain, too! With your all-weather jogging strollers, your little ones will love their rainy jogs as much you parents do. They get to stay all cozy and warm and rain-free in their stroller, while going on a calming, fun, outdoor jog with you. What could be better?
Here are a few tips for parents with little ones when running in less than perfect weather (like rain):
1. Have your jogging stroller ready to go, every needful thing present. Include rain/weather shield, appropriate clothing, jacket, hat, water-repellant blanket, of course your water-repellant jogging stroller, etc. in order for your little guy or gal to stay warm and dry.
2. Wear water-repellant running gear/clothing yourself to stay as dry as you can while having fun running in the rain.
3. Make sure your little one has enough fresh air circulating, so he or she does not become stuffy in the stroller. I know it's raining, but you still need fresh air to breathe in and out =)
4. Choose a location to jog with your little one where there is not much traffic. A jogging path is the most ideal choice, if available. You don't want cars going by spraying you both with water.
5. Monitor the distance/time you run, based on the temperature outside and the severity of the rainstorm. You and your little one want to have fun in the rain, that's your main focus.
6. When you return from your fun rainy day jog, take your little one out of his/her stroller first. Take off blanket, coat, hat, etc. and make sure he/she is still dry and happy.
7. Once you've made sure your little one is a happy camper, it's your turn.
8. Go inside and do your after-workout stretching, and even sit-ups, push-ups, good pilate/core moves to round out your great rainy day workout.
9. Your little one will be as happy as can be to sit by you as you keep setting a great example of how to live your healthy family lifestyle.
10. When your little one is a toddler, he or she will start imitating you, trying to do your stretches, do a push-up, a sit-up, etc. It's really wonderful, and will have a lifelong, positive affect on your children. I know from experience, both my boys did the same thing.
11. After your adventurous, outdoor, rainy day run with your little one, you are ready for a big glass of water, and probably your next healthy meal -- enjoy with your little one!
12. Check out one of our favorite online retailer's website: www.totsonthego.com for their most fantastic jogging strollers and outdoor baby gear. You'll be sure to find the jogging stroller and gear you're looking for. And, while you're at it, check out our SportsBaby carrier on their site (they love our carrier)!!!
12. Get outside and have fun with your little ones, even in the rain (or snow, or sun, etc.). These are memories you will share together that will last a lifetime, and will have a lifelong, positive affect on your children. They will also live the active, outdoor lifestyle. It's what they know and love!
See you next week,
Lisa
