Katherine Schwarzenegger declared this her “summer of staying outside ☀️” in an Instagram post this week. For someone who has spent years building a wellness-focused brand around family and intentional living, it sounds like exactly the kind of season she’d plan.
She’s talked openly in interviews about the challenges of family life and the work of staying present. That candor sets a warm tone for everything she puts out. It’s also what makes a caption like this one feel genuine rather than curated.
The author and lifestyle advocate married Chris Pratt in June 2019, and the two are now raising three children together – Lyla, Eloise, and Ford. With all three kids under seven years old, a summer commitment to outdoor time makes a lot of sense. Getting kids outside and keeping screens at bay are values she’s talked about in past interviews.
Katherine comes from one of Hollywood’s most recognizable families. Her father is Arnold Schwarzenegger and her mother is Maria Shriver, a journalist and longtime Alzheimer’s awareness advocate. Katherine has built her own lane as an author and wellness voice, finding her own path forward from a well-known foundation.
Her writing career spans more than a decade. She published “Rock What You’ve Got” in 2010, focused on body image and self-acceptance for younger readers. “Maverick and Me” followed in 2017, a book about her rescue dog Maverick and the joy animals bring to everyday life. Both books found audiences well beyond the celebrity readership.
Her 2020 book “The Gift of Forgiveness” was her biggest success yet. It landed on national bestseller lists and opened up conversations about letting go and healing. That kind of thoughtful, personal storytelling has been the consistent thread through everything she’s written.
She tends to focus on genuine family and wellness moments rather than trending topics. In past interviews, she’s spoken about limiting screen time and being fully present with her kids. A declaration about staying outside is a natural extension of that ongoing conversation.
Chris Pratt’s career keeps him busy with major film commitments and press schedules. He’s been one of Hollywood’s most in-demand actors for years. Katherine has navigated that lifestyle while staying committed to a home life that feels grounded.
With summer just getting started in mid-July, a pledge to spend it outside sounds like a wonderful plan. For a mom of three young kids on a warm July day, there’s really no better answer.
