Indoor Games

Now that LazyTown has given kids that get up and go... It's time to get up and go!

Video Games

Yes, video games can fit into a healthy lifestyle for older kids. The key is moderation, and with these healthy games you may want to give your kids a little extra time on the boobtube. Beware, these are not cheap options and if you don't already own a console, these probably aren't worth the investment. On the other hand... these are really fun for adults too.

• Dance Dance Revolution - In this series, players stomp on colored arrows to a beat. Improves co-ordination and gives a good cardio-workouts.
• Wii Sports (Wii Play) - Players use the specialized controllers to play virtual versions of some favorite sports including boxing, bowling, baseball and tennis.

Classic Games

If you've got really little ones or a mismatched age group, have them try to beat their best rather than the other players.

• Simon Says - Make sure everyone gets a turn and avoid commands like "run".
• Follow the Leader - Make sure everyone gets a turn and avoid running, jumping, etc. Try some walking like different animals or jumping jacks to get the blood pumping.

Activities

Try some of these classic activities.

• Stretching - Teach kids the proper way to stretch before excersize.
• Simple Excersizes - Jumping jacks, modified sit-ups, modified push-ups, step-aerobics, lunges, and running in place can all be done in a small area. Just make sure little ones are using proper body-mechanics.
• Dancing - Either pop in an instructional video or crank up the LazyTown Soundtrack and let the kids freestyle. Older kids may enjoy creating a dance and then performing it later to show their friends or parents. (Costumes are fun too, but make sure that there are no hanging items) Click here for an easy tutorial for making a play tu-tu.
• Sports Machine - Use our E-Version or create your own. Fill a bag or hat with slips of paper with fun excersizes on them. Pull one out and complete the activity. Then, choose another (and another and another...)
• Juggling - You will need 3 pieces of chiffon or other floaty material. The slow falling speed helps even the least co-ordinated get the and of this. Click here for good scarf juggling tutorial