A silly post for all the things I’d like to see invented for the active, athletic mom that I am.
1. I am an avid exerciser and need to wear my heart rate monitor when I run. HOWEVER, I always get nasty welts/blisters/chaff burns from the combination of the strap and the jog bra. The bra must be moisture-wicking, BOMB proof, and does not chaff my arm holes either. As yet, my best bra (CW-X extra Firm hold) does not solve the HR monitor strap problem.
2. A cup holder for my Mountain Bike. We do a lot of riding around town on the weekends and I’d surely would appreciate a way to cruise home with my speciality drink held securely on my bike. No spillage allowed.
3. Flash cards. I need flash cards that are laminated, BOMB proof (nobody can destroy them) for weight training. I have the equipment, I can carve out the time, but, I need routines written down and illustrated for me. Something I could grab and go do! Preferably the cards would come with multiple routines with various levels from beginner to advanced.
4. A DateBook. I need a datebook that has a calender, blank pages to write down all the food I put in my mouth, tracking of my workouts, as well as space for grocery lists, to do lists, etc.. It needs to be stylish looking on the outside- but very functional on the inside.
5. Stylish clothing for bike commuting that are also incredibly functional. My Lole top worked great today because I realized it had a pocket in the back for my cell phone. However, my really cute skort shorts were too short underneath- which lead to my inner legs to rub on the saddle- ouch!
6. Misters. Kid friendly misters for those hot rides around town in the trailer.
7. Ice packs that go around the neck to lower core temperatures while exercising.
If you could invent anything, what would it be?
If you’ve seen something like what I’ve listed here please feel free to comment so that I may go check it out!
10 responses so far ↓
1 Eric Lee // Jun 14, 2008 at 8:33 pm
Nice writing style. I look forward to reading more in the future.
2 Strong One // Jun 15, 2008 at 2:03 am
I believe they do make the flashcards? Maybe not to the degree of your wishes, but I have seen them used in therapy. ( at least I think so?)
I got one - How about an all purpose insulated water bottle that actually keeps your water cold for more than 40 minutes! And one that is not as rigid as a ceramic mug either!!!
3 kch // Jun 15, 2008 at 3:10 am
Check this out: a coffee holder for bikes - http://www.somafab.com/morningrush.html
4 workout mommy // Jun 15, 2008 at 3:40 am
Great list!
I second you on the date book. I have scraps of paper and lists, etc all over my house!
5 Stephanie // Jun 15, 2008 at 4:19 am
You better hurry up and patent those ideas…
6 Fit Mommy // Jun 15, 2008 at 4:35 am
KCH- I WANT THAT!!
Strong one- links dude, I need the link??!!
Thanks!
7 Every Gym's Nightmare // Jun 15, 2008 at 5:30 pm
the planner is a good idea. i have a planner that icant live without, but there isnt any room for tracking workouts and the like. there SHOULD be cause everyone SHOULD be exercising- but we all know how that goes.
i second the patenting remark. Future billionaire coming through….
8 LobotoME // Jun 16, 2008 at 2:19 am
Check out my momME planner - it has space for workout tracking, ME-time, healthy dinner planning, grocery lists, errands & more. http://www.LobotoME.com
a little shameless self-promotion…
Jenny
9 Lisa // Jun 16, 2008 at 8:52 pm
For the “ice pack” idea — they have a number of bandana type kerchiefs that you can freeze. There is also a “cooling bandana” that has a special polymer that helps promote appropriate cooling. Just google “cooling bandanas” and you’ll get a plethora!
Love the cup holder for mt bike idea — I need one for my jogging stroller — one that is stable!! It is nice jogging to the coffee shop on Saturday mornings, then leisurely walking back with a mocha!
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