Stroller-based fitness program celebrates candy-laden holiday with a free pumpkin-themed workout

Sarasota, Florida, October 26, 2009—Baby Boot Camp, a national prenatal and postpartum fitness program, based in Sarasota, Fla. is hosting a complimentary fitness class on Saturday, October 31 at Phillippi Estate Park. Parents are encouraged to dress in costume along with their stroller-aged children for the pumpkin-themed workout followed by a costume contest and healthy snacks.

“We are excited to offer a fitness class to celebrate a holiday well-known for a plethora of candy,” says Horler, who offers Baby Boot Camp classes 5 days a week at various indoor and outdoor locations, including Westfield Southgate and Westfield Sarasota Square mall. “Pumpkin is a nutritious food to eat, but prior to carving or cooking, we’ll use our pumpkins as an exercise tool for squats, jumps and abs”, says Horler.

Kate Thoss, mother of Logan, 17 months old, says half the fun is getting Logan dressed up in his Mickey Mouse costume. “I enjoy the workout that Baby Boot Camp provides me and the social interaction Logan receives,” says Thoss, pregnant with baby number two, “but exercising with my husband at Baby Boot Camp family days is rewarding for our entire family.”

Following the complimentary Baby Boot Camp event Sarasota County hosts the First Annual Sarasota Pumpkin Festival at Phillippi Estate Park. Admission is free for the Pumpkin Festival which is Friday, October 30-31, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm.