Striding into the new year with fitness in mind at La Costa
*Blog post written by special guest blogger (and Stroller Strides member), Kathy Casciani
One New Years resolution that is on just about everyone’s list is getting in shape. With that in mind, La Costa Resort and Spa offers a wide variety of exercise options for guests including Outdoor Circuit Boot Camp with personal trainer, Trish Barney, Yoga classes at Chopra Center and a fully renovated Athletic Center for guests looking to exercise at their own pace. Knowing that many adults traveling to the resort with children, La Costa offers many activities for families, ranging from tennis to the pool to local hikes. But for parents of younger children who want to exercise but don’t want to leave the kids with a sitter or in daycare, never fear: there’s Stroller Strides.
Stroller Strides is a national fitness program that was designed for moms with stroller-age children. Founded in 2001 by San Diegan Lisa Druxman, the class enables moms (and dads!) to get a great workout without having to leave their child – or children - behind. Stroller Strides classes are offered in 1,300 locations nationwide and 20 different locations throughout San Diego…including a class held right on the grounds of La Costa Resort and Spa. And while locals pay to join, the class is offered free of charge to all guests of the resort.
La Costa Stroller Strides classes are offered three times a week and last approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Moms run or walk to workout stations located around the property, where instructor Ann Ross leads exercises and stretches that focus on various parts of the body. Whether you are a brand new mom just getting back into your fitness routine or an exercise regular looking for a new challenge, there are different levels of intensity offered to fit everyone’s needs. Moreover, the class strives to foster a positive, supportive environment for moms with young children. At the end of class, moms can let their kids out of the strollers for tummy time or playtime, while enjoying a chance to chat, share advice and enjoy a cup of coffee with the other moms in the class.
So here’s what you need to know: Stroller Strides is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 9am. Class meets in front of the fountain in front of the spa. Sneakers and workout attire recommended, as are sturdy strollers that can withstand various types of terrain. To sign up or get more information about Stroller Strides, visit the front desk at La Costa or click on www.strollerstrides.com.
*Kathy Casciani is a member of Stroller Strides La Costa. She is a PR professional and San Diego native who spent seven years in New York City before returning to the west coast and settling in Carlsbad with her husband and daughter. Kathy can also be found on Twitter at @KathyCash.