7 EXERCISE GAMES AND ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS
At-Home Activities for Kids to Get Them Moving More
In recent times, children are not as active as they should be. It’s hardly your fault as a parent, but the fault of a digital generation and the availability of screens/gadgets. Activities for kids are not all as “active” as they used to be. Still, you can’t give up and let your kids grow up unhealthy.
Physical activity is important for children to develop strong bones, better flexibility, good energy, and even improved concentration at school.
Activities for Kids
We compiled some fun games that double as healthy exercises and other exercises for kids that are simple and can be done at home.
1. Squats
Squats can seem like a challenging workout even adults struggle with, but we can make it kid-friendly. Squats offer benefits such as endurance building, improved self-confidence, and strength. To make this exercise easy for your child, you can place a stool beneath them and let the kid’s bum only graze the stool before they quickly stand again. It can be a fun kids’ workout when you get your child excited about keeping their bum from falling on the seat.
2. Skipping
Skipping is one exercise activity that kids often take up as a game. It’s fun and can be done with friends. Skipping increases the heart rate, improves strength, and works out the entire body. It also helps with balance and coordination and boosting brain activity. It’s a suitable exercise for kids anytime.
3. Stretching or yoga
Practicing stretches or kids yoga is a simple way to achieve fitness for kids. It helps to improve your child’s flexibility, range of motion, strength and reduce the risk of injury. It’s soothing and can be done from home or in a children’s yoga class.
4. Jumping jacks
Tell your child to stretch their arms and legs out like a starfish while jumping, and that will put some fun in your jumping jack exercise for kids. Jumping is beneficial for building muscle strength, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness.
5. Ping Pong
Table games are a kid’s favorite, and even if you don’t have a ping-pong table, you can still make it work. Ping pong allows kids to run around, hit the ball, and try to overcome obstacles. Improvise with home items, and both you and your child can enjoy the health benefits of the game.
6. Tag
The game of tag effectively doubles as a good kids workout because it involves a good deal of running, thinking, and fun. Running is the easiest way to help kids stay active, maintain a healthy weight, and strengthen their muscles.
7. Children’s Kung Fu
Let your child get some exercise, have fun, and learn life-changing lessons by practicing Kung Fu. Kung Fu teaches how to defend yourself, discipline, self-control, respect, goal setting and achievement, and so on. The children’s martial arts classes are structured for appropriate ages, and you can practice at home via virtual classes. Unlike other exercises for kids or activities for a kids workout, Kung Fu can be included in a lifelong healthy routine for kids.
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One of the Finest Chinese Martial Arts Schools in the Country
Some of the best competitors and teachers that I've ever met come from this fine school. It has a tradition of excellence in all they do. Grandmaster Huang, Chien-Liang and the US Kuo Shu Academy build champions with integrity.
Nelson Ferriera
The School has Transformed my Life.
The school has transformed my life and made me a better man body and soul. It's really special to witness the transformation of the the youth at the school as well. The staff at the school really care about the students and each other. This is all so vital to our youth for they are the future of things to come.
Bruce Seward
USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it’s a lifestyle
How lucky it was, that we stopped by USKSA. Instantly it becomes an irreplaceable part of life. And not just for my daughter, mine as well, since I became a student too. USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it is a lifestyle. It is a family. The school changed my life I can proudly say: I am a better person now, stronger (mentally and physically), even happier than I've been before I joined the USKSA. There is not enough good words to say. Thank you.
Alex Reznikov
I am learning how to be a Better Person
I am proud to study at US Kuo Shu Academy for Three Main Reasons. The instructors provide superior quality teaching and have in-depth knowledge of martial arts principles The genuine passion for teaching authentic martial arts, The sincere attitude that permeates every class that I am not just learning how to be a better martial artist, I am learning how to be a better person.
Steve Smith
Made me healthier physically and mentally and more focused & organized at work
It has helped me keep my sanity! Made me healthier physically and mentally and more focused and organized at work. I am a better person, writer, and mother because of my experiences at USKSA. And it's been the "village" that has helped my sons learn about values and character and hard work. If you want to change your life for the better, if you want to give your children tools...then this is the place.
Xylia Hall
Nothing Short of Amazing
The US Kuo Shu Academy is an amazing, traditional martial arts school with stellar instructors and an incredibly well-developed curriculum. My experience there - both at Owings Mills and in Marriottsville - has been nothing short of amazing. The Tai Chi program provides an incredibly layered experience that combines both the meditative/health aspects of Tai Chi, along with the martial aspects of the form. They truly care about their students, and provide expertise and support in an environment that is both caring and rigorous. Whether your interest in Tai Chi or Kung Fu, meditation or martial practice, this is the place to be.
Margaret Boas
I’ve gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized
My association with this system began 7 years ago. My only goal at the time was to have a form of exercise in my life that didn't bore me. I was very overweight and was in desperate needs of getting in shape. In addition to helping me lose over 100 lbs, I've gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized was missing from my life. I've made friendships that will last the rest of my life. I've been mentored by some amazing people, and I've had the great honor to mentor some amazing people.
Jeramy Hansen
I’ve gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized
My association with this system began 7 years ago. My only goal at the time was to have a form of exercise in my life that didn't bore me. I was very overweight and was in desperate needs of getting in shape. In addition to helping me lose over 100 lbs, I've gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized was missing from my life. I've made friendships that will last the rest of my life. I've been mentored by some amazing people, and I've had the great honor to mentor some amazing people. Joining US Kuo Shu Academy was one of the best decisions I've ever made.
Jeramy Hansen
Nothing Short of Amazing
The US Kuo Shu Academy is an amazing, traditional martial arts school with stellar instructors and an incredibly well-developed curriculum. My experience there - both at Owings Mills and in Marriottsville - has been nothing short of amazing. The Tai Chi program provides an incredibly layered experience that combines both the meditative/health aspects of Tai Chi, along with the martial aspects of the form. They truly care about their students, and provide expertise and support in an environment that is both caring and rigorous. Whether your interest in Tai Chi or Kung Fu, meditation or martial practice, this is the place to be.
Margaret Boas
I am learning how to be a Better Person
I am proud to study at US Kuo Shu Academy for Three Main Reasons. The instructors provide superior quality teaching and have in-depth knowledge of martial arts principles The genuine passion for teaching authentic martial arts, The sincere attitude that permeates every class that I am not just learning how to be a better martial artist, I am learning how to be a better person.
USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it’s a lifestyle
How lucky it was, that we stopped by USKSA. Instantly it becomes an irreplaceable part of life. And not just for my daughter, mine as well, since I became a student too. USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it is a lifestyle. It is a family. The school changed my life I can proudly say: I am a better person now, stronger (mentally and physically), even happier than I've been before I joined the USKSA. There is not enough good words to say. Thank you.
Alex Reznikov
The School has Transformed my Life
The school has transformed my life and made me a better man body and soul. It's really special to witness the transformation of the the youth at the school as well. The staff at the school really care about the students and each other. This is all so vital to our youth for they are the future of things to come.
Bruce Seward
One of the Finest Chinese Martial Arts Schools in the Country
Some of the best competitors and teachers that I've ever met come from this fine school. It has a tradition of excellence in all they do. Grandmaster Huang, Chien-Liang and the US Kuo Shu Academy build champions with integrity.
Nelson Ferriera
The Best School of Martial Arts
My children have been students for more than 4 years now and they love this school of martial arts. US Kuo Shu Academy is their second home, learning not just Kung Fu but also developing one’s character as a good, responsible, respectful and disciplined citizen. Thank you very much Grandmaster Huang. Master Michael Hung and all the teachers and students for making this place the best school of martial arts.