Big Boy’s Boot Camp
This is a light workout that will make your kiddos giggle. You’ll get a light all-body workout with these simple moves. I have 4 boys and this workout is aimed at one-on-one time with my toddler, James. (AKA ‘Big Boy’).
Workout
3 rounds of:
10 Thrusters (w/ kid)
10 Arm Circles Forward
10 Arm Circles Backward
10 Land Swimmers (left arm w/ right leg)
10 Land Swimmers (right arm w/ left leg)
Movement Tips
- Kid Thrusters: Hold your toddler or baby under their armpits. Make sure you have a good grip. Start in a squat position and try to keep the upper part of your leg parallel to the ground. Using your legs standup and raise your arms & baby/toddler above your head then bring them back to the starting position.
- Arm Circles: Swing your arms as if you are drawing a circle with your hands. These can be large or small depending on your workout zone.
- Land Swimmers: Lay in the prone position looking forward and up. Raise one leg and the opposite arm. Hold for a 3 count. Then do the opposite side. My toddler can’t quite do the movement so I have him pretend to swim next to me and he thinks it’s a blast.
Dad Tips
- I started all of my children with workouts when they were young. My tweens now see it as a fun activity and not something that’s a chore. I believe this attitude will help them stay fit throughout their lives.
- Remember, every child is different. One of my boys doesn’t like traditional strength workouts, so I focus on yoga and movement with him.
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