Stroller Strides Gives Moms the Strength for Motherhood

Stroller Strides Gives Moms the Strength for Motherhood
Stroller Strides opens in Wilmington area

Wilmington, North Carolina (Grassroots Newswire) January 9, 2008 -- Stroller Strides, the nation’s largest fitness program for new moms, has arrived in Wilmington.

“Stroller Strides is a great way to get back in shape, as well as stay in shape,” said Jody Smith, owner of Stroller Strides of Wilmington. “We present a fun opportunity for the moms of the Wilmington community to turn their strollers into a workout.”

Stroller Strides of Wilmington is celebrating its grand opening on February 21, 2008 at 10:00am at Hugh MacRae Park, Shelter #5.

Stroller Strides is a total fitness program for new moms that they can do with their babies. It includes power walking and intervals of body toning using exercise tubing and the stroller. Taught by nationally certified instructors, it’s a great workout for any level of exerciser. In 60 minutes, you will get a total body workout improving your cardiovascular endurance, your strength and your flexibility. The classes are equally beneficial for babies as instructors will weave songs through the workout and incorporate activities to make it fun.

In addition to the classes, Stroller Strides offers playgroups and mom’s night out, giving women an opportunity to socialize and further relationships.

To celebrate their arrival in Wilmington, Stroller Strides is offering the Grand Opening class free to the Wilmington community. There will be great deals on membership for moms who sign up at the Grand Opening as well as a raffle and goodies for everyone.

“We provide the outlet that moms need to enjoy time with other moms, while also focusing on the much needed exercise to fuel their demanding lives,” Smith said. “You can make new friends, get into shape and enjoy time with your baby.”

According to Smith, Stroller Strides allows women to exercise in a social atmosphere and children can benefit from watching their moms participate. For more information on Stroller Strides, contact Jody Smith at 800-691-6154.

About Stroller Strides
Founded in 2001, Stroller Strides has 300 locations and more than 15,000 participants nationwide. The unique stroller workout offers a challenging class for moms who bring their babies and toddlers in strollers, utilizing power walking and exercise tubing. Stroller Strides instructors weave songs and activities into the routine designed to entertain and occupy baby, while mom is led through a series of exercises incorporating stretch tubing, the stroller, the baby and the environment to create an outdoor gym. This unique program also provides moms with the opportunity to meet other moms, form playgroups for their babies, as well as form lasting friendships. Stroller Strides is open to all child caregivers from fathers and grandparents, to babysitters and nannies. Stroller Strides has been featured in publications such as Entrepreneur and Woman’s Day and on programs such as The Today Show and Access Hollywood. Its tremendous growth comes from a franchise opportunity that supports motherhood.