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Sunday, February 3, 2013

What our Moms Love Most about Stroller Strides

Since February is a month where we take some time to focus on LOVE...  we wanted to share what our local moms have said they love MOST about Stroller Strides! 


What our moms love about Stroller Strides…
  • “Making new friends- both for me and the kids. Demonstrating healthy choices to the kids.  A time I don't feel guilty doing something for myself because Bo's having fun too.”  –Jenn
  •  “Mom friends that understand the day to day life.  Something to look forward to i.e activites, workouts, park time, MNO, playgroups.  And exercise (did I really just say that! )”  –Mary
  • “Strong, inspiring and supportive moms I have met, the workout, and having my girls with me. They are making friends and seeing how important taking time to exercise is starting at an early age.”  –Melissa
  • “Great workout, great friends, great meetups! –Erin
  • “The exercise and how much better it makes me feel (and its results!!!).  The chance for Christopher to make friends and learn how to socialize.  The amazing friends I've made, who not only share all the experiences we go through as moms, but also share things like good books and movies, laughter, and understanding with me!–Marisa
  • “The support system from other moms.   So many were there for me during the tough times in life.  The lifetime friends Arianna and I have; this is great since I am not from NC.  The inspiration of awesome moms who are exercising their butts off.”  –Candace
  • “The exercise (obviously!), the friendships & the sunshine!–Jenny
  • “Awesome workout with my girls.  Great support system of Moms that have become great friends.  My "non-socialized" stay at home kiddos get to meet other kids and play after class.” –Janet
  • “Having something to do every morning that gets us outdoors & running around.  Playdates.  The wonderful ladies & kiddos!”  –Jamie
  • “Great friends for me and my child.  A scheduled workout (somewhere to be each day-a workout I don't have to think about).  Fun activities with the play groups.”  –Lindsey
  • “Having people tell me I'm skinny.  Getting my daily dose of vitamin D.  Making mommy friends!– Diana
  • ”The exercise;  The schedule (and the scheduled fun) to organize our days;  The moms and kids... Probably that should be in reverse order : ) –Beth
  • “A great mommy support system...friends I've made and my girls have made as well.  Regular exercise with my girls in tow.  Playgroups and activities for us all to socialize.”  -Marcie

We hope you have 'fallen' for what Stroller Strides is all about, and if you haven't yet, come join us soon!  We love all of our moms and kids for giving us meaning in our lives and such a rewarding daily experience and supportive community!  We know that we offer so much more than fitness programs; we are a community of determined moms coming together to work out, learn, make friends and set the best example for our little ones.   

For more info on our programs, please visit www.strollerstrides.net/raleigh.  

February Mom of the Month

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!

February's featured Mom of the Month is Jennifer Breva! Congrats, Jen!

Jen was a Stroller Strides mom in Portland and joined our Raleigh group when she moved here in 2011.  She brings her adorable girls Natalie and Kira on a regular basis and the three of them brighten the classes and make us all laugh.  ;)  Jen has worked hard on her fitness and shows a fierce determination through not only weekly Stroller Strides workouts, but also our Running Mamas program and recently in our Body Back bootcamp-style program.  Join us in congratulating Jennifer and read on to get to know her a little better. 

Hometown: PA until I was 13, then FL
 
Current part of the Triangle that you live in: Morrisville
 
Education: Bachelors in Business
 
Stroller Strides Member since: 2009 (in OR), 2011 (in NC)
 
Members of your Family: Husband Luis, kids Natalie and Kira
 
Tell us about your children: Natalie is 4 1/2 and she is my spirited child.  She has never met a stranger.  Kira is my more mellow child.  She is very caring.
 
Current/previous Career: Was in the mortgage industry. 
What was your childhood ambition? To be a lawyer.
 
What does motherhood mean to you? A huge responsibility on how another human being will turn out.
 
What is the furthest you have been from home? Australia
 
What has Stroller Strides done for you? Helps me figure out a schedule to my day while keeping me fit and allowing me to socialize.
What is your favorite exercise? Planks
 
What is your proudest moment? Having my VBAC with Kira.
 
What are three of your favorite things (besides your family!)? Reading, decorating, sunshine
 
Tell us something about yourself that would surprise us or makes you unique.  Still don't know what I want to be when I grow up.  Open to suggestions.
 
If we asked your spouse what they think your best qualities are, what would they say? Have a kind heart and a good planner.
 
What advice would you give to moms looking to get back into shape? For me, having a supportive group is key.