Today we were finally able to start using our Cougar Jog Stroller, made by a quality company out of Canada, Chariot Carriers. The Chariot Carriers produce elite level jog strollers, and have decided to start sponsoring us. Joining with them and using their jog strollers will aid us in becoming elite caliber athletes. This is a huge upgrade from the bulky jog stroller that we currently use. Not only are the Chariot Carriers built for speed and long runs, but they are also provide a safe, comfortable ride for the children being pushed. The attachable weather shield will keep Miles dry during the spring rains and the Bunting Bag will provide him warmth during winter workouts. Miles fits comfortably in the Cougar jog stroller, that comes with a padded seat. He can now sit back and enjoy a 9 MPH tour of the local running paths everyday.
Since Melissa and I both run between 12-20 miles per day, being able to comfortably run together for parts of the run have been vital for family time. We will now be using the Cougar 1 model during our training runs. The Cougar model, like other models that Chariot Carriers produce, can easily be converted to attach to bicycles, the big front wheel comes off in order to install smaller stroller wheels for walking around, and after taking the rear wheels off skis can be attached for use during the winter. I am almost excited for the first snow...testing out the skis and the Bunting Bag in the winter will make running a lot easier.
One aspect of training that I struggle with is pushing Miles in a jog stroller after running several marathons. Usually running one marathon does not bother me too much, but when I do 3 or 4 straight weekends of racing a marathon then try to push a jog stroller, it causes a lot of pains in my hips and achilles tendons. The Cougar model is light weight, has higher handle bars, and is easy to push which will prevent the forward leaning, hunched over running form that causes my legs to ache so much after multiple marathons.
Using the Chariot Carriers has created one problem... now Miles wants to stay in the jog stroller longer, which means I must train longer.
One aspect of training that I struggle with is pushing Miles in a jog stroller after running several marathons. Usually running one marathon does not bother me too much, but when I do 3 or 4 straight weekends of racing a marathon then try to push a jog stroller, it causes a lot of pains in my hips and achilles tendons. The Cougar model is light weight, has higher handle bars, and is easy to push which will prevent the forward leaning, hunched over running form that causes my legs to ache so much after multiple marathons.
Using the Chariot Carriers has created one problem... now Miles wants to stay in the jog stroller longer, which means I must train longer.
We are very greatful to have Chariot Carriers as a new sponsor. If you are interested in a jog stroller be sure to look them up on the internet. http://www.chariotcarriers.com/.
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