Stroller for six year old????

amanda000002014
amanda000002014 Posts: 73 Member
edited June 2016 in Fitness and Exercise
That is one thing I need to do is my steps. While I my daughter was in school I was at least walking a mile a day trying to tire puppy out. I know if I don't she will eat everything up. I haven't been because my daughter hates it; she is six. Do you think she is to old for a stroller? I haven't used one since she has been able to walk. She is a healthy little girl and quite active, but It is not entertaining for her. I tried to make it fun by looking for things to jump and balance on which she likes ( I like it too, she brings the kid out of me). Just getting her motivated to go is the hard part.
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  • Fitamdshiit
    Fitamdshiit Posts: 31 Member
    Does she like to ride bikes? Or maybe those battery power cars? I'm not sure about a stroller for a six year old. My daughter is a year and a half and hates being in a stroller. So I'm always looking for fun alternatives.
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
    That is way too big for a stroller.
  • DancingMoosie
    DancingMoosie Posts: 8,619 Member
    Try a bike or scooter and take the walk to a park, if possible. Or, take a drive to a park(if it is too far to walk) and then run around while she plays.
  • LivingtheLeanDream
    LivingtheLeanDream Posts: 13,342 Member
    she's too old for a stroller, it'll be good for her to walk as well...
  • urloved33
    urloved33 Posts: 3,323 Member
    amanda000002014 wrote: »
    That is one thing I need to do is my steps. While I my daughter was in school I was at least walking a mile a day trying to tire puppy out. I know if I don't she will eat everything up. I haven't been because my daughter hates it; she is six. Do you think she is to old for a stroller? I haven't used one since she has been able to walk. She is a healthy little girl and quite active, but It is not entertaining for her. I tried to make it fun by looking for things to jump and balance on which she likes ( I like it too, she brings the kid out of me). Just getting her motivated to go is the hard part.

    Kids don't like to "just walk fast" for long distances with no "purpose" that they can see...yes use a stroller, there are even ones that can accommodate your pace - #whateverittakes

  • mitch16
    mitch16 Posts: 2,113 Member
    Bike (with/without training wheels), scooter, skateboard, wagon?
  • arditarose
    arditarose Posts: 15,573 Member
    She is too big. And now is the time in her life when it's important for her to be active. If she doesn't like walking, why don't YOU try an activity she likes? I wouldn't want to randomly walk at a quick pace for no reason as a child either. You could even sign her up for a sport and walk the track during her practice or something.
  • amanda000002014
    amanda000002014 Posts: 73 Member
    You are right when it comes to responsibilities. I don't mind taking care of the puppy but she should learn as well. I don't want to make it out like my daughter is not responsible because I do have her help around the house it's just getting her motivate to walk with me.
  • snowflake954
    snowflake954 Posts: 8,399 Member
    I'm with the others--she's too big for a stroller, and that doesn't teach her healthy habits. I agree with the poster that said to bring her bike. You can make it fun--race her to certain points. She needs to move as much as you do, and it can be a fun mother-daughter thing.
  • Sumiblue
    Sumiblue Posts: 1,597 Member
    I hear you. My almost 5 yr old hates walking. I got her a balance bike to practice riding a bike. We go on a paved trail near our house and I try to make it fun for her & bring the dog, too. We bring snacks and stop at particular spots and she kind of knows what to expect now. She can do 2 miles.
  • suzyjane1972
    suzyjane1972 Posts: 612 Member
    SLLeask wrote: »
    I'm probably the worst parent ever because, you know what, life is boring sometimes, and children need to learn that. Also, it's an important lesson for children to learn how to care for pets, and walking them is one of those things, come rain or shine, boring or not. But then, I had my daughter, at 5 years old, with rubber gloves on and carrying a bucket up and down a field clearing poo at the donkey sanctuary I volunteer at. :p Now, at almost eight, she can carry a much bigger bucket... ;) The earlier they learn responsibility and that life is not all giggles, the better in my humble opinion!

    You I like....bravo.
  • SamanthaLouiseMence
    SamanthaLouiseMence Posts: 663 Member
    SLLeask wrote: »
    I'm probably the worst parent ever because, you know what, life is boring sometimes, and children need to learn that. Also, it's an important lesson for children to learn how to care for pets, and walking them is one of those things, come rain or shine, boring or not. But then, I had my daughter, at 5 years old, with rubber gloves on and carrying a bucket up and down a field clearing poo at the donkey sanctuary I volunteer at. :p Now, at almost eight, she can carry a much bigger bucket... ;) The earlier they learn responsibility and that life is not all giggles, the better in my humble opinion!

    Best response ever… and all true, they need to learn at some point
  • amanda000002014
    amanda000002014 Posts: 73 Member
    I had a talk with her this morning after reading post. She wants to play soccer; I told her if she wants t play soccer you have to have strong legs so if you want to play you have to walk with me that is the deal. She agreed with crying but crying is okay as long as she does what is expected.
  • teetertatertango
    teetertatertango Posts: 229 Member
    Scooter makes walks much more fun for my kid. Also, walking *somewhere* (to the park, the store, etc.) instead of just walking. Scavenger hunts (sticks/rocks/insects/people/animals/etc.)

    Sometimes there is also an initial period of complaining while she gets used to a change in our routine, and then she will enjoy it, even if "complaining" beforehand continues to be part of the routine.
  • LivingtheLeanDream
    LivingtheLeanDream Posts: 13,342 Member
    amanda000002014 wrote: »
    I had a talk with her this morning after reading post. She wants to play soccer; I told her if she wants t play soccer you have to have strong legs so if you want to play you have to walk with me that is the deal. She agreed with crying but crying is okay as long as she does what is expected.

    she cried because she has to compromise and walk?.... ok its a good job I had boys as girls are such cry babies from what I can tell - my nieces certainly are. I would definately have the tough love approach and say, suck it up you're walking with me, end of!
  • MonkeyMel21
    MonkeyMel21 Posts: 2,396 Member
    My son is 6, and I have this problem too. And he's scared of bikes so that's out, he has a scooter but won't go fast enough to even keep a steady walking pace. I usually either walk with him to the pond in our neighborhood and let him play while I walk/run around it (it's tiny with about 1/4 mile sidewalk all around it so I can keep him in sight at all times), or we walk to the park and I walk around the playground area a million times while he plays. I used the jogging stroller with him for years, it was my best friend, lmao, till he got too big and the bottom started falling out of it.
  • JustMissTracy
    JustMissTracy Posts: 6,338 Member
    SLLeask wrote: »
    I'm probably the worst parent ever because, you know what, life is boring sometimes, and children need to learn that. Also, it's an important lesson for children to learn how to care for pets, and walking them is one of those things, come rain or shine, boring or not. But then, I had my daughter, at 5 years old, with rubber gloves on and carrying a bucket up and down a field clearing poo at the donkey sanctuary I volunteer at. :p Now, at almost eight, she can carry a much bigger bucket... ;) The earlier they learn responsibility and that life is not all giggles, the better in my humble opinion!

    Well said, and no, you're not the worst parent. More could learn from your example. xo
  • JustMissTracy
    JustMissTracy Posts: 6,338 Member
    My 6 year old granddaughter loves roller skating everywhere....that said, I wouldn't cave on the stroller idea....your daughter is too old for it, too big for it, and it won't teach her anything about taking care of ourselves.
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,592 Member
    deluxmary2000 wrote: »
    She's 6 - make her go.

    Also see if she would like to ride her bike or scooter.

    This ^^

  • enterdanger
    enterdanger Posts: 2,447 Member
    I agree, six is way too old for a stroller. We don't even use one with my 3 year old. He rides his big wheel or I will occasionally have my 5 year old pull the 3 year old in the wagon which is fun for both of them. He didn't even use a stroller when we went to Disney when he was 2. He's a trooper.
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,592 Member
    Walk to the local park or beach.
    Play tag at the local park or beach ... both of you running around.
    Throw the ball or frisbee.
    Play on the swing set or other playground equipment.
    Race each other up and down the beach or lawn.
    Walk home.

    Do that a few times and then start going to the next park over some day ... further away.

    Get her onto a bicycle ... at 6 she should be riding. I see lots of parents jogging while their young children ride along side them.

    Start walking to run errands. Walk to the grocery store to pick up some things. Walk to school. Walk to church. If those things are really too far away, drive or take the bus closer and then walk from there.

    Mix it up ... do different things.
  • Hearts_2015
    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,031 Member
    How about a school playground nearby or a park? Something with a jungle gym for you and swings for her?

    You could set up a HIIT program for yourself (search for it in the archives)I've seen many ppl share how they use playgrounds and create their own workouts. She can enjoy so much at the playground and run around and do her thing... take a Frisbee and some grapes or a fun snack for both (if needed) and water to drink.

    It's a thought. :smiley:
  • SapiensPisces
    SapiensPisces Posts: 992 Member
    Just walking can be boring for a kid, so perhaps think of new ways to keep her entertained. My 3 year old loves to play soccer at a local park with a full size soccer field. It's a great workout for both of us, and it's a lot more fun than just walking.
  • wizzybeth
    wizzybeth Posts: 3,578 Member
    DancingMoosie wrote: »
    Try a bike or scooter and take the walk to a park, if possible. Or, take a drive to a park(if it is too far to walk) and then run around while she plays.

    That' what I did when I got my first pedometer years ago - there is a park 1/4 mile down the road. I took the kids there and let them play on the playground, and I did my walking around the perimeter. If your daughter is by herself and cannot entertain herself why not suggest playing a game of kickball together or soccer or something? Or bring a friend for her.
  • fbmandy55
    fbmandy55 Posts: 5,263 Member
    My son loved a Razor Scooter when he was that age. Small, easy to use and kept us at the same pace.

    I don't know what kind of healthy habits you can teach a 6 year old by pushing them in a stroller...

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