Activities for Kids

From Mud Runs to Roller Derby: 12 Surprising Ways to Get Fit as a Family

Move over Kettlebells, the family workout plan just got interesting.

By Tinybeans Team June 17, 2015

If your fitness routine falls somewhere between the pacifier squats and a quick dash from the store to the car, it might be time to get creative when it comes to moving your bod. From acting like his favorite villain to rolling around the rink, check out these unusual (but always a blast!) ideas for adding sizzle to your moves with the littles. We promise you’ll never want to work out alone again.

Create a L.A.R.P. League

Who knew good ol’ pretend play got amped up and a new fancy name? L.A.R.P. stands for Live Action Role Playing, which basically means you make like a kid and PLAY! To do it right, and to guarantee everyone gets moving, create a storyline requiring plenty of action for resolution, then take it outside. Think of including a hero, a villain, an obstacle and a surprise, then see where the day takes you!

Photo: davitydave via Flickr Creative Commons

Do you have any unusual ideas for exercise with the family? Tell us in the comments below!

—Shelley Massey