Tag: parent fitness
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Running With a Stroller: Biomechanics Reveal Lower Impact but Higher Foot-Torsion
Introduction: A Practical Trade-Off for Parents Who Run For many parents with young children, lacing up for a run means grabbing the jogging stroller along with running shoes. A recent study from Penn State Berks, published in PLOS ONE, sheds light on what happens to loading forces when runners push a stroller. The findings highlight…
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Running With a Stroller: Biomechanics Show Lower Impact, Higher Twisting Forces
New Insights into Running With a Stroller Running With a Stroller is a common routine for parents balancing fitness with childcare. A recent study led by researchers at Penn State Berks, published in PLOS One, provides a nuanced view of how stroller running affects the body. The findings show a clear reduction in impact per…