As a new mom, finding time to exercise can be a challenge. But with a stroller, you can turn your daily walks into a workout. Here are five stroller exercises to help you push your fitness limits:.
1. Walking Lunges
Walking lunges are a great way to tone your legs and glutes. Simply step forward with one leg and bend your knee until your thigh is parallel to the ground. Then, step forward with your other leg and repeat.
Do 10-15 reps on each leg, depending on your fitness level. To make this exercise more challenging, hold your stroller at chest level with both hands.
2. Push-Ups
Push-ups are a classic exercise that work your chest, shoulders, and triceps. To do push-ups using your stroller, stand behind the stroller with your hands on the handles. The stroller should be about a foot away from you.
Lower your chest towards the stroller, bending your elbows, and then push yourself back up. Do 10-15 reps.
3. Squats
Squats are a great way to tone your legs and glutes. To do squats using your stroller, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold onto the handles of your stroller. Lower yourself down into a squat, keeping your back straight and chest up.
Then, push yourself back up to standing. Do 10-15 reps.
4. Step-Ups
Step-ups are a great way to work your legs and get your heart rate up. Find a low bench or step and place your stroller next to it. Step up onto the bench with one foot, then bring your other foot up. Step back down and repeat with the other leg.
Do 10-15 reps on each leg.
5. Tricep Dips
Tricep dips are a great way to work the back of your arms. Start by sitting on a bench or step with your stroller behind you. Place your hands on the bench behind you, shoulder-width apart, and lift your butt off the bench.
Bend your elbows and lower your butt towards the ground, then push yourself back up. Do 10-15 reps. To make this exercise more challenging, straighten your legs out in front of you.
Remember to warm up before starting any exercise routine and always consult with your doctor before starting a new workout program.