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Getting moving indoors is kind of tough sometimes.
Lately, its been so hot outside that we can’t really spend too much time out there. And then even when we are out there, the last thing any of us want to do it any amount of work (or running… or anything that will break us out in a sweat).
I recently put together a list of 12 gross motor activities to do inside when it’s too hot out like this. But we’ve found another outlet too that I want to share with you. I was able to get my hands on a way to do fitness with the kids at home. Adventures to Fitness was so generous to let me try out one of their fitness programs!
Adventures to Fitness for kids!
Literally having the kids really exercise inside! I think this is especially important for kids that don’t get enough activity each day or don’t have the chance to go outside to run and play.
The Adventures to Fitness program worked great in the morning with my kids to get them up and going (instead of causing trouble with each other or just watching a show), as well as myself! We streamed it on the laptop, but DVDs are also available.
The adventure we’ve been on is Colonial Chaos. I was shocked! I haven’t done intentional exercises in years (bad mom), so I struggle to get through it! Henry’s a trooper though. He stayed with the program, he did ask for a break at about 25 minutes in (it’s a 30 minutes program) and then got right back to it.
On top of it being physically challenging, there’s also learning opportunities throughout the program. Although it was a little beyond my 5 year old, it was full of historical information of the colonies (think Independence Day, the Pilgrims, the Boston Tea Party, and Paul Revere). I think kids just slightly older would really get a kick out of all the information it has and be able to better understand the flow of the program. Heck, it was quite a refresher for myself!
But Henry just thinks its fun to jump, climb and leap throughout it. His favorite though is Mega Mode: running as fast as he can.
I’m looking forward to trying out their other DVDs (or streaming it like we did with this one), especially this one that I have to give away: Adventures to Fitness: Serengeti Stampede!
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Disclosure: This is a sponsored review I did on behalf of Adventures to Fitness.
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Gina says
We go for lots of walks!
Penny Minding Mom says
We randomly break into dance…
brocha says
my kids just love running and climbing in the park
Amy B says
I love using this on rainy days in my classroom when we can’t go outside! The kids love it and still get some exercise.
Elissa Pugh says
We play games and get silly!
Christian Alejandro says
We swim and play outdoor games together! I like getting a workout too.
V. Novak says
We do a lot of walking, There are also hikers in the family so that enters into the picture. Plus, many outdoor activities when the weather permits. Thank you for the generous giveaway…
Alicia says
We play outside and swim. And usually we dance and just act silly when we have to be inside.
Vanessa says
We love to swim and take walks. momlovesdeals at gmail dot com
Audrey Griffis says
we love the outdoors so we find a lot of activities that keep us active hiking swimming
Trisha says
We try to play outside, go for walks, and hike the trails as much as we can. On days we’re stuck inside, we have races.
Chelsey says
We love to go biking together when the weather is right for it! Thanks for the giveaway.
noelle cagle says
My kids are constantly moving! They say they like to exercise, so they dance and do jumping jacks, etc.
Sindy Murray says
We play outside, the kids are involved in gymnastics and karate too!
Diana Hatch says
Lots of outdoor activities keeps the granddaughters moving
Suzie Williams says
We go to the park often.
laurie brown says
I try to get us all out walking several times a week
Shawndra Befort says
To be honest during summer my daughter hasn’t very active at all. I have become less active myself. I’ve been trying to figure out how to get us, especially her, more active. This is great
cassandra says
we play soccer
Annamarie Magee says
My daughter like to run, bike and swim and as a stay at home mom, I get to do them with her, just I”m not nearly as fit as she is.
Lynda Thomas says
We like to go swimming, but this DVD would be great to get us moving without having to go to all of the trouble of getting ready to swim!
Rachel A. says
We like to dance & play on the swingset.
Tamie Tarbox says
We live on a beautiful Lake and we swim and play all Day but Winter’s are a bit more difficult for outdoor fun.
Angela M. says
We love going to the park–we all get quite a workout!
Stephanie Harriel says
Going to the Y
Leslie Galloway says
We stay active by practicing for their sports — soccer and tee-ball.
Claire Rheinheimer says
My son is 2 and never stops moving, I don’t really worry about him staying fit. I take walks with him and my 8 week old daughter.
michelle says
We love to turn on some music and have dance parties. Both the kids and mommy get exercise while we get our groove on!
karen mayernick says
we do yoga together, but to real up beat kids music! They love it !
Jenny Stanek says
We get walking. Anything we go to nearby we never use the car!
Meghan says
My favorite way is taking the boys on nature trails! Today we saw a snake, and we take beaks to listen to birds!
Tiffiny Duke says
We stay fit by doing 20 minutes of something fun together, its on the chore chart! We ride bikes, run through the sprinklers, a DVD or play tag. Its fun!
Heather Manu says
going for walks and bike rides
Joni Owada says
We do a lot of outdoor things together, hiking, throwing balls, jump rope.
We need more things to do inside and this would be fantastic
Elizabeth B says
I have found it challenging because except for a few months in the year, the weather here is either too hot or cold to play outside much. But when it is nice we go to parks, have races, chase each other. My little ones are very young, so a little exercise goes a long way for them!
Nancy says
We swim!
Brandy Fisk says
We take walks and spend mornings outdoors!
Thomas Bellamy says
By jumping on the trampoline.
brandi hawn says
me and my boys take a 2 mile walk everyday around our neighborhood, they ride their scooters or bikes and i walk. we also put music on from the music channels on tv and dance around for about an hour everyday :)
doan b says
We spend a lot of time outdoors. Riding bikes, walking, working.
Melissa B. says
We do Shaun T Rockin’ Body videos.
Jessica Bancale says
I work with young children with special needs and we have a motor lab time. This would be great to have for this time on our school day!!!!
Emily says
I am always looking for ideas for keeping 3 energetic boys entertained and active!
Sara Filler says
We love to dance together
Jennifer G says
I am always looking for new rainy day active play. These videos sound awesome!
Kimberly says
we do about 10 minute doing jump n jacks, crunches, push ups, dips. The boys run around the house constantly
Melanie says
we Like to use the Wii and play Nick Jr. Dance or Nick Jr. Fitness games. they are really a workout!
Connie Gruning says
Swimming! We love being in the pool!! Thank you for the chance to win!
Tara says
We go for walks and swimming plus play active games like Hullabaloo and Just Dance.
Marci says
All my girl needs is the trampoline and water and we can stay busy and active for a long time! I think a trampoline is a great investment I would love to try this program out!