MARY BETH KNIGHT VOTED ONE OF TOP 2009 LEADING MOMS IN BUSINESS IN STARTUPNATION COMPETITION

StrollerFit^® and mommymuscle^® announced today that they have been recognized as one of the top 200 mom-owned businesses in StartupNation’s 2009 Leading Moms In Business Competition (http://www.startupnation.com/leading-moms-2009). The competition, sponsored by Vertical Response, recognizes the achievements of mothers across the country who run outstanding businesses.

StrollerFit^® and mommymuscle^® are a pre/post natal fitness company that help moms get their bodies back, increase their energy and confidence through fitness and activity.  We know that a family’s health and well being are dependent on moms taking care of themselves.  StrollerFit® offers moms 4 exercise class formats in over 250 classes nationwide.  The mommymuscle® line of products includes the class DVD’s as well as exercise equipment used in each class/DVD.

"Moms across America were honored in this year’s ranking, showing that they’re capable of  starting and running successful businesses while managing to balance family, career, home and self," said Rich Sloan, co-founder of StartupNation."Well over 600,000 votes were cast in support of several thousand contestants.  What an incredible achievement to be named a winner, and what an inspiration fro anyone looking to start their own business.”

"It’s challenging for anyone to start and run a successful business – particularly in this economy. These women are setting the standard for innovation and creativity," said Janine Popick, founder and CEO of VerticalResponse.

StartupNation (www.startupnation.com) launched the first annual Leading Moms in Business Competition in January to recognize the achievements of mom entrepreneurs across the

US

. Winners were selected and ranked according to public votes accumulated from January through March, 2009. The elite 200 win bragging rights, promotional support, and digital winner’s emblems recognizing their achievements as the Leading Moms in Business.

Mary Beth Knight is very passionate about this business and it shows.  Knight says “I myself was overweight for most of my life.  At age 30 I quit smoking and started working out!  I lost 50 pounds and kept it off, until pregnancy!  I gained 50 pounds during both pregnancies and was afraid the weight would not come off.  I tried to find fitness that was specific to my needs and stage of motherhood, that allowed me to feel better, look better and keep my kids by my side, but I could not find it.  SO I DEVLEOPED IT MYSELF!  After losing weight 11 years ago, I made a career out of fitness, and during the first 4 years, of motherhood have developed more than 15 products to help moms feel great and bond with their children!”

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