If Mum's/Dad's had a superhero name, one of the obvious ones would be 'The Protector' because nature's programming makes us always be on the lookout for danger. Choking hazards, falling over, crossing the road, playing by an open fire, there are so many things to worry about as a parent. So, when it comes to buggy running, safety is an area I often get asked about. I've broken it down into some easy to digest rules, helpful if you are sleep deprived (like me)!
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Having a buggy that's suitable for running with, or even walking off road, doesn't mean you have to have a separate buggy. Too many people end up with a garage full of buggies; newborn, off road, umbrella stroller type and that before a double comes into it!
Raising the awareness that you can buy 1 buggy that does everything, (including running) is a mission of mine in order to enable more families to be active at a time when fitting in exercise is tough.
It's worth highlighting that manufacturer's recommend you don't run with a baby until 6, or 9 months depending on the buggy. But that doesn't mean you can't have one that suitable for when the time is right!
The key quality to look for in a buggy that's suitable for both running and urban use is having a swivel front wheel so you can manoeuvre it in tight spaces. Then when you want to go a bit faster, you would fix it straight for stability at speed.
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