There is a very modern and very real challenge that you as a parent face every day. And that challenge is staying in shape. With everything that you have to do, it is not your fault that you can never seem to find the time to exercise.

Millions of parents all across the U.S. face this same dilemma.

A large percentage of them do, however, find ways of losing weight and keeping it off. Their strategies tend to include getting on and staying on a healthier diet and finding ways to incorporate exercise into their daily activities.

Now I know you probably hate the "D" word. The very mention of the word diet brings up images of disgusting health bars and food with no flavor. But you do not have to radically change the way you eat. Simply modifying what you intake so that you are not consuming 5000 calories a day will go a long way!

Then you have to integrate exercise into your day someway, right? You cannot add minutes into the day and you sure as hell do not want to get up earlier just to exercise.

So how is it done?

Well, certain tools, like jogging strollers, are a great way to incorporate exercise into your day and keep your baby entertained at the same time. Your baby gets entertaining scenery and fresh air and you get all that plus the ability to easily burn calories.

So since you really do know how to eat better (even though it is easier said than done), let's talk about jogging strollers. In particular, you want to know about the Schwinn jogging stroller, because they really set the bar and their right where affordability meets good quality.

First, a Schwinn jogging stroller is considered to be an alternative to "big-name" brands like Bob and Mountain Buggy. Schwinn is an American-made stroller line owned by Pacific Cycle.

Schwinn has a long and famous history as a bicycle maker and the company is known for the high quality of their products (that seldom come at a cheap price). Schwinn also produces the famous Instep strollers that bear a resemblance to Schwinn strollers, but are a step-down in quality, features, and price.

Schwinn produces at least ten models of fixed and swivel strollers. Models are generally in the 0 - $ 275 range and double jogging strollers (for two babies) can reach 0.

Most are designed for everyday use, but the Schwinn Joyrider is designed for serious running.

While the seats recline, they do not move into a completely upright position. This is the number one complaint for the Schwinn jogging strollers. Some consumers report buying extra padding or simply using a folded blanket to prop their toddler more upright.

The most popular Schwinn stroller models are the Schwinn Safari TT (swivel wheel), Schwinn Free Wheeler (swivel wheel) and the Schwinn Free Runner (fixed wheel). The importance of a swivel wheel and extra-wide tires is that it enables the stroller to "turn on a dime" and conquer some pretty tough terrain.

The Schwinn Free Wheeler is simply an upgraded version of the Safari TT that comes with an aluminum frame (instead of steel) and shock absorbers for a smoother ride.

Moms tend to like the strollers because they are easier to push than conventional strollers. Many-a-Moms know what it is like to always have to get Dad to push the stroller. Frankly, you can have a really shitty experience trying to push one of those plastic-wheeled strollers.

These jogging strollers also come with trays and storage for parents and the child (or children) so that all of your accessories can go on the stroller instead of your pocket or a bag on the side of the stroller. The bodies of these strollers are typically made of aluminum, making them lightweight and easier to push.

Schwinn jogging strollers also feature removable seat padding (for easy cleaning) and adjustable handle bars (because parents aren't the same height, right?).

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Buyer's Report:

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"I purchased this jogger a few months ago and now that the weather is warm I am really getting a lot of use out of it and have some feedback to share.

The pros of this stroller are:

1. Large sunshade that can be adjusted very well to block the sun.

2. It seems to be very comfortable for my daughter, we started using it when she was 3 months old and she seemed very cozy and secure in it. My five year old, who is 38 lbs and 46 inches can also ride in it fairly comfortably when she is tired.

3. The seat adjusts from almost fully reclined to sitting.

4. You can actually store a decent amount of stuff in the basket.

5. The swivel wheel and large air filled tires make it a dream to push around and minimize bumps.

6. Very easy to engage and disengage the foot brake.

7. It has very nice parent and child trays that are removable.

Cons:

1. My less expensive, double jogger had a handbrake on the handle that could be used to slow the stroller on steep hills, this stroller does not have a brake. It only has a foot brake to use when you are completely stopped so the stroller doesn't roll away.

2. There is no mesh in the stroller to increase airflow and might get very hot in warm weather.

3. It folds easily, but there is no latch to keep it folded and it opens as you are trying to take it out of the car.

4. Even when folded, it will not fit in the cargo area of my Caravan unless I remove the wheels - it is rather bulky.

Overall, I am very happy with this purchase and I am sure we will get a lot of use out of it. Luckily the trails we hike are mostly within walking distance from our home and we don't have to try to transport this stroller often." By R. Cammero in PA (Amazon)

The Schwinn Jogging Stroller - How Celebrity Moms Stay in Shape!

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