Now your baby is a couple of months old and you have recovered from childbirth, you might be itching to get fit again. But looking after a little one doesn’t leave you with much time to go down the gym or for a swim like you used to.
Here’s where a lightweight jogging stroller comes in. With these handy strollers, you can combine taking out your baby with getting great exercise and a healthy dose of fresh air for you both. For safety reasons you just need to wait until your baby is at least 6 months old and can support her own head.
The great thing about using a baby jogger to run with instead of going it alone is that you’ll be pushing the stroller, so you’ll get a bonus resistance work out too.
So without further ado, have a look at our round-up of the 6 best lightweight jogging strollers.
The 5 best lightweight jogging strollers
1. Joovy Zoom 360 ultralight jogging Stroller
This jogger is a great mid-range buy. Lovely and lightweight, it has the all-important one hand fold, and it can stand on its own when folded.
Pros
- Includes parent organizer, running leash, and tire pump
- Aluminum frame with shock-absorbing suspension
- Quick-release 16″ rear wheels and 12.5″ swivel front wheel that locks straight
- Taller handlebar for taller parents
- Large sunshade
Cons
- Doesn’t come with a tray
- The basket doesn’t have lots of space
- Wheels could be sturdier
- The stroller needs to be checked in when flying
Other features
- Assembled size: 46 x 25 x 54 inches
- Folded size: 19 inches x 25 inches x 34 inches
- Weight: 25.7 pounds
- Weight range: 15 pounds
- one-hand fold
- Self-standing when folded if the wheels are locked
- Cleaning: Wipe Clean with Soap and Water
- Two side pockets for small items like a sippy cup
2. Baby Trend expedition jogger stroller
A great choice if you’re not willing to spend too much money. It’s easy to fold and lift in and out of the trunk of the car. It might not be the best choice if you’re tall, as the handlebars aren’t adjustable.
Pros
- Comes with both child and parent trays
- 2 cup holders
- one-hand fold
- large bicycle tires
- 5 point harness
- budget-friendly
Cons
- Wheels could be more sturdy
- Not the best for travelling-too big
- Not great for tall parents
Other features
- Size: 47 x 21 x 41 inches
- Size: 33 x 22.5 x 16.5 when folded
- Weight: 25.5 pounds
- Maximum weight: 50 Pounds
- JPMA certified
- large canopy
- large basket
- stands up on its own when folded
- compact fold
- Easy to clean: wash seat with a mild household detergent
3. BOB Revolution Flex 3.0 Jogging Stroller
This lightweight jogging stroller is a great option for serious runners-whether you’re an urban runner or more of an outdoory one-with these
air-filled tires and a great suspension system, you and baby will experience a very smooth ride no matter what terrain you choose to run on.
Pros
- It comes with a wrist strap
- It’s compatible with BOB & Britax infant car seats
- Includes a console with 2 insulated water bottle holders and 4 storage pockets
- peekaboo window which closes with a quiet magnet (instead of noisy velcro)
- Near-flat seat recline to let baby sleep while you jog
Cons
- It doesn’t come with a tray
- This stroller takes up a good bit of space in your trunk when folded
- you can’t fold it down without taking off the car seat bar
- The seat doesn’t go fully upright
- storage pockets don’t feel secure enough for an expensive phone
- not budget-friendly
Other features
- Size: 45 x 24.5 x 43 inches
- Size: 39 x 24.5 x 16 inches folded
- Weight: 28.5 pounds
- Max weight: 75 pounds
- 9-position adjustable handlebar
- 12-inch air-filled tires with a lockable swivel front wheel.
- Comes with a tire Pump
- Flip-flop-friendly foot-activated parking brake
4. Jeep Deluxe Patriot open trails jogger by Delta Children
This is a lovely jogging stroller, though not as lightweight as some of our other options. But with the secure smartphone storage and the large storage basket-it’s a great option if you’re planning a trip to Disney World any time soon.
Pros
- Comes with 2 cup holders
- Included secure storage for your smartphone
- Comes with an extendable canopy with UPF 50+
- 5 point reflective harness with soft shoulder pads
- Can be taken to Disney world
Cons
- No peekaboo window
- Canopy might be a little on the short side
- The handlebar can get uncomfortable after pushing it for a while
Other features
- Size: 24 x 45 x 41 inches
- Size: 19 x 24 x 36 when folded
- Weight: 26.98 lbs
- JPMA certified
- Compatible with these car seats: Graco® SnugRide® Click Connect™ , Evenflo® Embrace™, and Evenflo® Nurture™
- Air-filled rubber tires are great for absorbing bumps
- Swivel locking front tyre
- Seat reclines so baby can take a nap
- Large storage basket
5. Chicco Activ3 Air Jogging Stroller, Q Collection
Not the lightest in our round-up, though this stroller definitely deserves a second look. With its one-hand fold, its foam-filled tires and its very reasonable price-this stroller is definitely worth considering.
Pros
- one-hand fold
- comes with a soft parent tray with 2 cup holders
- extendable canopy
- you can use the parking brake with your hand
- you can unlock the swivel wheel with your hand too
- Tyres don’t ever need to be pumped up (foam-filled)
Cons
- one of the heavier stroller in our round-up
- The stroller is a bit bulky when folded
Other features
- Size: 47.5 x 25 x 42 inches
- Weight: 27.5 pounds
- Maximum weight: 50 pounds
- The stroller is compatible with Chicco car seats
- Comes with a large storage basket
- Has a peekaboo window
Final words-where to go for more info
And there you have it, our round-up of the 5 best lightweight jogging strollers. If you’re still not sure, have a look at our round-up of the 10 best lightweight strollers, where we discuss the different types of strollers, the must-have features, and how to choose the best lightweight strollers for your lifestyle.
