In recent years there has been a general decline in North Americans health. We are obese, lazy and generally more concerned with whats on TV that our heart health or health in general.

Exercise Equipment Purchases Are On The Rise

It’s interesting to note however that sales of fitness equipment has also increased. So while we are getting fatter and eating more, apparently we are also spending more and more money on fitness equipment. It’s certainly an interesting dichotomy. Jogging strollers in particular are also getting more popular and with good reason.

Jogging Strollers Save You Time And Money

If you are one of the people buying fitness equipment that actually intends to use it, then it will be good to know that buying a jogging stroller is a smart move. Actually, buying any piece of fitness equipment that you intend to use in your home is a smart move. The reason is it’s a one time investment that doesn’t have a recurring cost. Gym memberships suck money out of your wallet month after month whether you use it or not. But a lot of fitness equipment ends up on Kijiji because people experience and early injury. They don’t know what they are doing, get hurt and quit.

To ensure that you make the best of your investment there are some simple points that you should follow when you buy. Additionally, you should know what to expect when running with your new jogger.

A Jogging Unit Can Affect Your Form

The mistake a lot of people make when they first begin to jog with a stroller is they don’t stay up close and keep their back straight. Have you ever seen that guy running that looks like he chasing the stroller rather then pushing it? You have to make sure you don’t get slumped over and end up hurting both your back and your legs. This is how a lot of injuries can happen.

Buy A Unit That’s Adjustable

The key to ensuring this doesn’t happen is to buy a stroller that can adjust to your height and stance. The simplest way to do this is just to make sure your new jogging stroller has a height adjustable handlebar. Adjust the height of the handlebar so that you are close to the unit with your back straight. This way, you will avoid back strain and injuries in your arms and wrists. A lot of people give up exercising because they get an injury like this. It’s best to avoid it in the first place by buying smart and using the equipment correctly.