Choosing a Jogging Pushchair

A jogging pushchair helps you stay active with your child, get outdoors for a good feeling of endorphins, and set an example for your children to follow. It's important to pick the right stroller that suits your family.

Most experts recommend that you wait until your Birtn Lightweight 3-in-1 Baby Travel System Pushchairs is 6-8 months old and has good neck and head control before using strollers. However, certain models can be used as early as the first day using an infant car seat.

Safety

A jogging pushchair that has suspension reduces vibrations and impacts, ensuring the smoothest ride for your child and reduces fatigue for both the child's body as well as the parent pushing it. Consider a front-wheel or all-wheel suspension that utilizes springs or shock absorbers to lessen jolts, and provide an easier ride on rough terrain. Adjustable tracking is another important safety feature to look into. This will ensure the front wheel remains on course when running on flat surfaces. A stroller that does not have this feature can veer in one direction or the other which makes it more difficult to maintain your running pace and increasing the amount of manual adjustments you have to make when pushing the stroller. For safety's sake, do not listen to music with headphones while jogging with a baby or toddler in the stroller.

Comfort

Strollers specifically designed for jogging tend to be more comfortable for infants. This is largely due to the fact that the seat is more cushioned and is suspended from the frame instead of being bolted down in a manner that causes every jump and bump to be felt by the child. Some of the Joggers we tested had seats that were slightly reclined to make them more comfortable for infants running at a faster speed.

Many joggers come with large and deep storage compartments that can be used to store diaper bags, snacks, and clothing. Many also have an accessory for drinks that is much more practical than the narrow and shallow cups that are standard on most strollers. Additionally, joggers which have a safety tether that you can put on your wrists can prevent accidents by preventing the stroller from moving away from you when you slip or loosen your grip, particularly near traffic or bodies of water.

If there are multiple people using the jogger, pick one that has adjustable handlebars, so that each user can adjust them to his or her height. Otherwise, the handles will be at a permanent 90 degrees from your body, which could make you hunch over when pushing and could fatigue your arms over time. This feature was simple to use and made a an enormous difference in comfort for us as well as for our test babies. Other comfort features include adjustable wheel tracking which lets you keep your stroller in a straight line even on flat surfaces. This feature is helpful when jogging.

Stability

Many strollers for jogging have front wheel tracking, which is a mechanism for adjustment that assists the stroller to keep its course. Strollers that do not have this feature could wander in one direction or the other and can be difficult to control while running and requires frequent manual correction that adds to overall fatigue. The best strollers for jogging have suspension systems to absorb shocks and make the ride more comfortable for baby.

It is best to use a baby jogger once your child is six to eight months old and has acquired the neck control required to be able to lift their head independently. If you are unsure it is best to consult your pediatrician.

A safety tether is an excellent feature to look for. It's an elastic strap that you wrap around your wrist in case you lose your grip, such as in the event of a fall, or in close proximity to a large body of water. This feature can be lifesaving and should not be missed. All the strollers for jogging we looked at have this vital safety feature.

Weight

The weight a stroller for jogging can support is one of the most important factors to take into consideration. The lighter it is, the better since your body will not be as stressed. This also allows you to move more quickly and efficiently. A tracking system that is able to be adjusted is another option to think about. Strollers with no adjustable tracking often wander in one direction or another which can become tiring and require constant manual correction while running. The majority of joggers have a front tire that bounces off road bumps. This can reduce the impact on the brain of your baby. It's best to consult your pediatrician prior to beginning running pushchair. This will ensure that their neck is strong enough to support the bouncing.