Buffalo Park Class

Posted by Stroller Strides Flagstaff On May - 22 - 2009

Class meets Mon, Wed, Fri 9:15AM at the Ramada in Buffalo Park. Every Stroller Strides class is a TOTAL body workout including, cardio, strength training, balance and flexibility. All you need to bring is a mat/towel, water, sunscreen and snacks for your baby!

Luna Moms Club

Posted by Stroller Strides Flagstaff On May - 22 - 2009

Stroller Strides is proud to offer the Luna Moms Club, powered by LUNA bar! This free club has weekly playgroups, monthly Moms Night Out and quarterly community service projects.

5k Training Program

Posted by Stroller Strides Flagstaff On May - 22 - 2009

Wanna run a 5k? How about a 10k? Half Marathon? Marathon? With Stroller Strides running programs you will be racing your way across the finish line in no time.

Community Service

Posted by Stroller Strides Flagstaff On May - 22 - 2009

As part of the Luna Moms Club "Moms with a Mission" program we complete quarterly community service programs. So far this year we've raised $3,000 for Girls on the Run and $1,500 for the March of Dimes!

Make New Friends

Posted by Author On Month - Day - Year

It can be lonely and overwhelming being a new (or even an 'old') mom- with Stroller Strides you're not alone. Come meet other moms in Flagstaff and take some time out for yourself, with your kids. We've all been there and love to help!

Absolute Bikes: Bike Trailer Sale!!!

Posted by Beth On 4:05 PM 0 comments

Thinking about buying a new bike trailer?

Head on down to our favorite locally-owned bike shop, Absolute Bikes, for this amazing sale! Not only are the trailers $100 off, but you can save an additional $20 by bringing in a copy of their email newsletter. To get a copy, email me & I will forward it to you!

Burley d’Lite and Encore Trailers on SALE!
D’Lite was $549.99, sale $459.99
Encore was $474.99, sale $389.99
Take an additional $20 off either with this email.

We love our bike trailer- it can convert to a stroller & some can even convert for skiing and jogging! Stop in & check it out- let them know Stroller Strides sent you!
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Eat a live frog

Posted by Beth On 2:35 PM 0 comments
No, I have not gone crazy: check out this video



How often do we put what we least want to do (but usually really have to do) on the bottom of our list? We all know how good it feels to finally get that ONE thing done- that thing we've been meaning to do for days, weeks, months, years. Why not do that first? Why procrastinate? Try it for a week- try to just get that 'thing' out of the way. It changes daily for me- getting up & going on a run, putting together next month's Stroller Strides calendar, cleaning the darn bathroom.
I'm committing to trying it for a week- I will start right now & go cross that 'frog' off my list.
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Luna Moms Club Tip of the Week!

Posted by Beth On 8:16 AM 0 comments
Fish – While fish has a lot of health benefits - high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, low in fat, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding you need to watch how much and what kind of fish you eat because of toxic levels of mercury found in many fish today. Mercury is very dangerous to healthy growth of fetuses, babies and children.

Avoid fish, like shark, swordfish, king mackerel and tilefish, which are high in mercury. It's okay to eat a small amount of fish that have minimal levels of mercury. You can eat up to 12 ounces of these fish a week. The 12 ounces can include:

* Shrimp, salmon, pollock, catfish and canned light tuna
* Albacore (white tuna): Don't eat more than 6 ounces of this tuna in one week

If you have additional questions about the types of fish you can or cannot eat, check with your doctor.
Want more prenatal health & nutrition tips? Join the Luna Moms Club!
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Bake it Forward....

Posted by Beth On 8:48 PM 0 comments
Saw this posting on Flagstaff Mama, so of course- ever in the hunt for freebies I went & checked it out!

Get a FREE 2lb bag of flour- just by giving them your info & committing to "bake it forward".

When we bake and share, we forge honest, caring connections that help create and sustain a vibrant community. We believe that baking and giving go hand in hand. We want to encourage you to bake and share with family and friends, neighbors, and your community.

http://www.kingarthurflour.com/bake2share/

Need a place to share your baked goods? Come join us for playgroup! I'm sure there will be plenty of mamas & kids eager to help take some goodies off your hands.. :)
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FREE Bob Revolution Stroller

Posted by Beth On 3:32 PM 0 comments
Hey new moms and moms-to-be, are you ready to get your workout on? Well here's your chance to win a brand new Stroller Strides Fitness Stroller that's going to get you rolling and encourage your health and wellness goals, big or small!

To enter, send us a photo of you in your super sweet workout duds, the most creative submission will win! Based on the BOB Revolution, this stroller comes with a Stroller Strides Fitness Kit and is a perfect companion for Stroller Strides class. So, are you a spandex queen? Do you and baby match outfits? Show BOB your funky fashion, custom creation, or silly styling's when you're getting fit!

The contest runs from May 18-June 29, 2009.
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New Class Time & Location!!

Posted by Beth On 6:22 PM 0 comments
Starting in June our new instructor (see earlier post), Dara Mark Marino, will be teaching a 10:15AM class at Bushmaster Park!

Join us for the Grand Opening event!
- FREE day at Stroller Strides!!
- Amazing, FREE raffle (Stroller Strides gear, Mini-session with Melissa Dunstan Photography, a massage, JustLiv original designs, Scentsy products & more!!!!)
- FREE playgroup activity after class
- Amazing deals on Stroller Strides memberships- FREE Registration ($50 value!)

Already a Stroller Strides member?
You will get more chances to win in the raffle based on the number of people you bring to class.
Everyone will get 1 raffle ticket.
Bring a friend & you will get 2 more raffle tickets per person you bring to class!

So grab all your mom-friends & bring them to the Grand Opening at Bushmaster Park! See you there. Tues 6/2 @ 10:15AM!!!
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Meet Our New Instructor!

Posted by Beth On 5:41 PM 0 comments
Dara Marks Marino!

Dara was a professional mountain bike racer for 7 years, and during the last year she also was a professional off-road triathlete. She has been coaching cyclists and triathletes since 2006, and has been a personal trainer in group fitness and one-one-one settings since 2007. She & her husband Troy were married in 2003, and their daughter, McKenna, was born August 26, 2008.

"I am so happy to have found Stroller Strides because it is a great way for me to continue exercising while still being with McKenna. Plus, it is such a wonderful example for her to see me staying healthy and honoring my self and my body."

Come check out Dara's class at Bushmaster Park. Tues & Thurs 10:15AM. Classes start with our FREE Grand Opening event on Tuesday 6/2.

* Free Stroller Strides Class
* Free, Amazing Raffle
* Free playgroup activity

Check out more about Dara:
www.daramarksmarino.com
coaching/personal training website: www.dmmfastcoaching.com
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Rain, Rain, Go Away (I guess)

Posted by Beth On 8:41 AM 0 comments
I love love love the rain. But it really bums me out when we can't have class! There is a cold drizzle at my house right now, but I've heard from sources that Buffalo Park it less rainy. So, I will be at the park in the hopes of a rainless window. Come at your own risk!
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Luna Moms Club Tip of the Week!

Posted by Beth On 2:49 PM 0 comments
Fruits and veggies are fabulous portable snacks that will help you to meet your daily vitamin and mineral needs. As you're heading out for the day, be sure to pack two to three pieces of fresh fruit and some cut-up veggies for healthy snacking. "Ants On a Log" isn't just for kids; it's a good snack for you too. Spread some peanut butter on that celery stick and top it with a few raisins!

Dried fruits and nuts are also handy snacks to have around. Along with fruits, vegetables and whole grains, adding dried fruit and nut mix can help you reach the 20-35 grams of fiber recommended for each day and is a healthy source of non-animal protein.

And remember, LUNA Bars are a great snack for moms. Created especially for women, LUNA bars include calcium, iron, fiber, protein, folic acid and other vitamins and nutrients that moms need.
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We're famous (again)

Posted by Beth On 2:25 PM 0 comments
We were mentioned in the Daily Sun! Wa hoo. In case you missed it check it out:

http://www.azdailysun.com/articles/2009/04/24/news/local/20090424_local_195122.txt?rating=true

Thanks again for all the great work you guys did at the March for Babies!!
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Giveaway!!! Free Stuff!! Act Now!!!

Posted by Beth On 8:53 AM 2 comments
To celebrate the Tues, June 2nd Grand Opening of our NEW location, Bushmaster Park, we are having a series of giveaways!!!!

This week- it is a "That's how we roll" sport-tek, mesh, workout t-shirt.

The shirt has a small stroller on the front and That's How We Roll with logo on the back. The Sport-tek Mesh is a performance workout fabric with a relaxed cut. Pink, S-XXL

What do you have to do to win??

1 entry: become a follower of this AND the Fit4Baby blog

2 entries: leave a comment on this post telling us why you love Stroller Strides

3 entries: become a fan of our facebook page & recruit 2 of your friends to become fans (please leave a comment on the facebook page so I know who your friends are)

Good Luck!
Drawing will be held SUNDAY!!!!
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Posted by Beth On 10:09 PM 0 comments
Don't forget- no class tomorrow! If you want to stay in the habit- show up at Buffalo Park at 9:15 & walk the loop!
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Movies on the Square..Yay!!

Posted by Beth On 2:10 PM 0 comments

I am so so so excited that Lily is finally old enough to enjoy the Movies on the Square this summer! The lineup was just announced by the Flagstaff Downtown Business Alliance

My favorites: Goonies & Muppets Take Manhattan! And movies that I've wanted to see, but haven't: Wall-E, Cars! I cannot wait!!!

Movies start at sundown with live entertainment before the show starting at 6pm.

Call (877) MOVIE-19 (877-668-4319) for more info & weather updates.
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We Love Our Teachers!

Posted by Beth On 2:24 PM 0 comments
Before discovering Stroller Strides, I toiled away as a teacher for 4 years- first in Oakland, CA with Teach for America and then here in Flagstaff a Flag Middle School & Flag High. I know how hard and sometimes thankless a job teaching can be and I know how much it stinks to miss out on all the fun mom & baby activities here in town. So, I want to help our fantastic teachers enjoy some quality time with their kids and get in super- shape for 2009-2010 school year!



In celebration of all our fantastic teachers here in Flagstaff we are debuting amazing teacher discounts*!

Year Round Teachers Pass: $250 good for unlimited classes during Summer vacation & all school holidays (expires in 1 year) School's Out for Summer! Pass: $140 good for unlimited classes during Summer vacation and a Stroller Strides member t-shirt, expires in 3 months Discounted 10-Class Pass: $70 for 10 classes expires in 6 months

Come try out our new after work class at Ponderosa Trails Park, Tues & Thurs 5:30pm for FREE and sign up for one of these amazing deals!

*Please bring a school ID or FUSD paystub
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Field Trip Tomorrow!

Posted by Beth On 2:21 PM 0 comments

Don't forget class is at THORPE Park tomorrow! 9:15AM

Can't wait to mix it up a bit and do some fun ab work in all that marvelous grass!!!

It is our last free class of Pregnancy Awareness Month- so if you haven't tried us yet- tomorrow is the day as it is FREE!!!
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Ok, I'm almost in love!

Posted by Beth On 9:06 AM 0 comments
I was looking at the Stroller Strides Longmont, CO Blog and saw a coded grocery list that would enable you to make an amazing meal. So, of course, I followed the link to this site: www.relishrelish.com and fell in LOVE! So much so I immediately signed up for 3 months of this awesome service.

I have been trying for months to make a weekly meal plan for my family & cut down the trips to the grocery store & the last minute "what am I making for dinner" stress. Making your own meal plan & list is not hard BUT it is hard to be creative- and although I love looking through my cookbooks & coming up with interesting meals, I tend to get bogged down & never get a good, organized list ready. Which is why this website is made for me!

How it Works:
Every week you get a choice of an 'express' menu or a 'normal' menu- you could even get a gluten free menu! If you pick the 'normal' menu you get to pick 5 entrees & sides & 1 dessert. Your selected menu, recipes & grocery list are quickly made into a pdf you can print out & bring with you. Now this I LOVE- the grocery list is categorized by section of the grocery store: produce, bread, 'spirits' etc. It couldn't be easier!

The website is stocked full of other 'goodies'- Dinner & a Movie ideas (movie & recipes included), themed party ideas (decorations, recipes, timelines etc. included), healthy lunches, appetizers, teen meals, seasonal party & meal ideas etc. etc. etc. Every category comes with a pdf of the menu, shopping list & recipes. Can you tell I love it?

Haven't tried the food yet, but it sounds good! I'll report back next week!

Check it out & let them know, Stroller Strides Flagstaff sent you! :)
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Happy Pregnancy Awareness Month!

Posted by Beth On 2:43 PM 0 comments
I posted something on facebook today about Pregnancy Awareness Month & a smart alecky friend of mine said "what does that mean, knowing you're pregnant?", so I figured, like the ex-teacher I am, that if 1 person didn't get it- there are probably more of you that are confused, but unwilling to raise your hands.. :)

Pregnancy Awareness month was started by Anna Getty as a way to empower pregnant women with information, “how to” ideas and inspiration to incorporate PAM’s four key initiatives – education, exercise, nutrition & wellness and nurture – into their life routines and to show women how easy it can be to make healthy changes in their lives for themselves and their children.

Check out the website for more information www.pregnancyawarenessmonth.com for more information & resources.

In celebration of Pregnancy Awareness Month every Stroller Strides & Fit4Baby class across the country is FREE this week. Totally 100% free. All you need to do is print out the coupon which you can download from this post or here and bring it to class.
Come celebrate your motherhood or impending motherhood, meet new moms here in Flagstaff, have fun & get sweaty!!!
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Yummy not-too bad for you- cookies!

Posted by Beth On 2:21 PM 2 comments
As some of you Stroller Strides moms may know, I have a weakness for reality tv. I also have a weakness for sweets. One of the 'stars' of the Real Housewives of NYC has a whole-foods baking company and if you watched the show, you got to see her standing around at various festivals & grocery stores promoting her products. My interest was definitely peaked when I saw her with cookies- so I did a little research & found this recipe at Health.com. Looks good to me! She also has a low-cal mojito and 'skinny girl margarita' that sound amazing! Check it out!





Ingredients
  • 1 cup oat flour
  • 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/3 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup raw sugar
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 1/3 cup plain soy milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 ripe banana, cut into small pieces
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or other favorite nut
  • 1/3 cup semisweet vegan chocolate chips (such as Tropical Source)

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350°. Combine first 6 ingredients (through sugar) in a bowl. Whisk together oil, soy milk, and vanilla in a separate bowl. Add wet mixture to dry ingredients; stir to combine. Fold in banana, walnuts, and chocolate chips.

2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop dough onto pan with a small ice-cream scoop. Bake 25 minutes or until golden brown, turning baking sheet halfway through. Let cool on a wire rack.

  • CALORIES 138
  • FAT 8g (sat 1g, mono 4g, poly 2g)
  • PROTEIN 2g
  • CARBOHYDRATE 16g
  • FIBER 1g
  • CHOLESTEROL 0.0mg
  • IRON 1mg
  • SODIUM 114mg
  • CALCIUM 16mg
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Join Us at the Birth Fair!!!

Posted by Beth On 2:05 PM 0 comments

Come & join us for the Second Annual “Mother’s Day Birth Fair”.

This event will be a great opportunity for people to learn more about the Flagstaff Birth Network, and resources available in Flagstaff to pregnant women and parents.

Date: Saturday May 9th
Time: 3-6 pm
Location: Heritage Square (downtown Flagstaff)

Schedule of Events
3pm Mothers Acting Up Proclamation
3:15 Brian David guitarist
3:45 Music Together
4:15 Mamas fashion show
4:45 Chuck Cheesman
5:15 Hilary Giovale belly dance

Kidz Corner
Fun & FREE Mother’s Day crafts &
activities for kids!
Booths from mother-baby friendly
businesses & organizations

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Anyone going to Phoenix 5/14?

Posted by Beth On 3:42 PM 0 comments
Stroller Strides' newest partner, Vitamin Water, is having a Parent's Night Out at the AMC Desert Ridge Theater! I so wish I could go!! Free movie, free popcorn & drinks!

Details:
+ date: may 14, 2009
+ time: 7:00 pm (please arrive no later than 6:45)
+ movie: ghosts of girlfriends past (in theaters starting may 1st)
+ location: amc desert ridge, 21001 n. tatum blvd, phoenix, az 85050
+ check-in: check-in will begin at 5:45pm; and is limited to the first 290 people.
+ to attend: bring this invitation and your stroller strides membership id to the vitaminwater10
table, which will be set-up outside of the amc desert ridge ticket office.

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Celebrate Mother's Day with Great Deals from Stroller Strides!

Posted by Beth On 2:50 PM 0 comments

Some days I swear the biggest perk of having a kid is Mother's Day. Although, with my husband out of town this year, we'll see if I feel that way come Sunday.. :)

As the fastest growing workout for moms with their kids in the stroller, Stroller Strides is all about celebrating moms too- by offering all kinds of sweet deals!

Doce Vida Fitness is a new line of fitness attire that is very slimming and great to workout in! It's very stylish workout apparel. They say that it’s made with a unique ultra soft, super moisture wicking 12% stretch fabric that instantly slims. How can you not love that? Doce Vida Fitness Wear is perfect for everything from working out to lounging. The folks at Doce Vida were so glad we liked it at Stroller Strides that they wanted to share a gift for our readers. Get 20% off your purchase. Use the code "SSTRIDES09" at checkout.

We're not finished yet! As a gift to you Stroller Strides is offering a FREE copy of Lisa Druxman's book Lean Mommy to the first 200 people to visit the retail store at www.strollerstrides.com. Lean Mommy is an inspirational book providing tips on staying fit during and after pregnancy, how to be a "opti" mom and eating healthy!


And with the weather finally getting nice maybe you are in the market for a jogging stroller. If so, visit Joggermom! With the purchase of any BOB stroller, you will receive a FREE console attachment for your stroller using the voucher code "4mommy." Now wouldn't that be an awesome Mother's Day gift!

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So you wanna double BOB?

Posted by Beth On 9:19 PM 0 comments
Just saw this for cheap on craigslist- $200 for a duallie! It is just like Beckie's. Act fast!!!!
http://flagstaff.craigslist.org/bab/1153067938.htmlLink
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YAY!!!! Way to go 5k Running Moms!!

Posted by Beth On 2:35 PM 0 comments

A HUGE congrats to our Stroller Strides runner; Heather, Lynn, Maricel & Sarah they kicked some serious butt at the Girls on the Run 5k at Buffalo Park this morning! Of course, it was a cool, cloudy morning (what is it with Stroller Strides Sat. activities and wind!), but luckily the wind was at our back on the uphills and everyone finished.

A HUGE cheer to the moms for achieving their goals and doing it with a smile on their faces (at least at the finish). You guys are all truly amazing & an inspiration to the rest of us & most importantly your husbands & kids! So give yourselves a HUGE pat on the back & I hope you are enjoying your post-race day.

And of course- thanks to the husbands for supporting us and managing the kiddos! Thanks to Lynn & Greg for the pictures too!
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Bouncing Bottoms

Posted by Beth On 1:37 PM 0 comments
Bookieboo.com is a fantastic online community for moms that are interested in fitness/weight-loss if you aren't already a member, check it out (and become my friend & join the Stroller Strides group)
I came across this blog post today & LOVED IT!!!

I went for a run this morning. While running, I noticed my bouncing derrière.
There was a time in my life where this feeling alone would have stopped me dead in my tracks and caused me to retreat to the closest four walls, but today I celebrated.

I celebrated the strength in my glutes, thighs, and calves.

I celebrated my curves.

I celebrated being a woman.

I celebrated my daughter.

I celebrated the wind on my face.

I celebrated the beauty that enveloped my running body.

I celebrated Tigger and his jolly bounciness.

I celebrated kangaroos.

I celebrated women all over the world.

I celebrated my spirit.

I celebrated life.

I CELEBRATED.


The simple act of celebration caused me to run harder and faster.

And it all stemmed from my bouncing bottom.

What can you celebrate today that once caused you pain?


Define it.

Find what’s perfect about it.

Celebrate.

Stolen from: http://www.bookieboo.com/profiles/blogs/bouncing-bottom
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