Our mom of the month program honors moms for their efforts to lead healthy lifestyles, and gives us a chance to get to know them better at the same time!
Our April Mom of the Month is: Monica McBride! Congrats Monica!
Monica moved to the Triangle a few months ago from California. She joined Stroller Strides in December and has been an upbeat, friendly presence at class and in our moms group ever since! Monica has shown dedication to fitness and Stroller Strides through her frequent attendance and hard work at class--she and Brody rarely miss a day, including Saturdays! She also has made her running debut recently as part of our Running Mamas crew, gearing up for their 5k on April 30th, and Monica is one of several moms who also signed up for the 10k plan, culminating May 22nd! Wish Monica luck in her running endeavors and congratulate her on her success, and get to know her a little better through the Q&A below.
Hometown: Sunnyvale, Ca. (Bay Area)
Current part of the Triangle that you live in: Currently renting in Morrisville and feeling out different areas to buy :)
Education: BS in Business Administration and Marketing from San Jose State University
Stroller Strides Member since: Dec 2010
Members of your Family: 3
Tell us about your child: Brody Logan McBride was born just before Halloween in 2009 in Santa Cruz, CA. He has been a very easy going "little man" as we like to call him since the moment he arrived! He likes to suck his fingers, play with anything electronic, plug things in, turn things off and on, play on his daddy's boat, dance to any music with a good beat, play in the man/guitar room with his daddy and do stroller strides with his momma!
Current/previous Career: Escrow
What was your childhood ambition? I always wanted to be successful in business and also have a family and be a mom.
What does motherhood mean to you? Motherhood is the hardest and most rewarding thing I have accomplished so far in life. It means true unconditional love.
What is the furthest you have been from home? Russia, St. Petersburg
What has Stroller Strides done for you? Stroller Strides and the Luna Moms Group has helped me develop some sense of "normal" in my new life here in NC. As a new mom in a new place far from family and friends, I was in need of a structured routine that would get me out into my new environment meeting moms, kids and exercising all at the same time! I love to stay fit and be surrounded by peers. Stroller Strides has provided me with all of the elements that I was missing in my new life! I
What is your favorite exercise? I really enjoy doing drills with the tubes and cardio bursts
What is your proudest moment? When I saw my son for the first time
What are three of your favorite things (besides your family!)? I love working out , cooking, mani/pedi, laying in the sun.. :) drinking wine... hanging out with my friends
Tell us something about yourself that would surprise us or makes you unique. I am a twin
If we asked your spouse what they think your best qualities are, what would they say? Caring, Sensitive, Good Mommy, dedicated
What advice would you give to moms looking to get back into shape? I would have to say my best advice would be to establish a routine and be consistent. Stroller Strides has been helpful with that aspect because it has allowed me to workout on a daily basis with the little one! Gyms and home exercise programs are really challenging for moms especially! Working out with other moms helps keep you going because you also have a social outlet to help motivate you! It is really important to be aware of your space in life and be realistic with your personal goals. Working out with fellow moms is much better for the psyche than going to the gym. LOL
