Mom's live a hectic life. And most have made great sacrifices for their families including their own health and wellness. But moms want to look great, feel good, have energy and of course, keep up with the kids without feeling old and worn out. And it is those moms that find gym time, or a dedicated workout hour next to impossible. But what about a playground workout? Why can't mom get a workout while the kids do?
Recently a client expressed this very concern. With 5 kids, it was proving a big challenge to carve out that dedicated time for herself and do the workout program she had committed to performing. So we were looking for solutions and I love taking a problem, finding an answer and implementing it quickly for positive change. As we chatted, she mentioned that she takes the kids to the playground frequently during the week. Problem revealed, solution found!
The lights were on in the house... why not create a list of playground workout exercises she could do with the kids or while they played at any playground? So, I put my thinking cap on and came up with a list of some movements that I want to share with you today.
They are nothing extraordinary. Nothing profoundly unique or special. And there are many more to consider. But this list will get any busy mom started on the road to a healthy body. They are effective and fun. And when done consistently, just like keeping the kids active, they will transform you!
Hop Scotch
Run Skips Sprints
High Knees
Jog Sprints
Squats- Narrow Stance, or Sumo-Wide Stance
Bench Step Ups
Walking Lunges
Swing Pushups
Jack Squats
Hip Bridges
Sliders
Facing the base of a smooth-surfaced slide, place your hands on the sides of the slide (be careful of sharp metal edges on old-school models) and assume a pushup position. Walk your hands up the slide, with your feet following and without bending your knees, so you are shuffling up the slide (not climbing). Once you get to the top, reverse the movement. Repeat for 60 seconds. Make it harder by walking up the slide backwards so your upper body is now working harder against gravity.
Swing Mountain Climbers
Rope Waves
Take the list, mix and match, be inspired and create yourself some awesome, effective, fun, energetic playground workout activities that you can do alongside the kids.
You know my motto... NO EXCUSES, Just Do It! Kids included. Don't let your kids and your rightful dedication to them be your excuse o be overweight and out of shape. You don't have to be. They don't want you to be.
Take these playground workout activities and perform them in the local park or in your own backyard for that matter while the kids run around like spinning tops having the time of their lives. They laugh, you'll life. Everyone will get some sun and fresh air.
Come on busy moms! NO EXCUSES. Get out there with your playground workout plan and change your body and your life. And guess what you'll do in addition? You'll teach your kids a powerful lesson of personal responsibility for their health and well being! How can it get any better for you and the family than that?
