I am looking for some exercises that are good for my 7 year old daughter and also good for myself. Does anyone know of a video workout that would be safe for her and I to do together?? She isn't fat she just wants to build up her strength for gym class at school. But since we are talking of doing this I would like to loose about 15 to 20 pounds while I am at it. Like I asked... ANY IDEAS????
2007-03-21 01:33:50 · 18 answers · asked by M.S. Mom 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
The best thing to do with her is take walks. It will be good for you and help you lose weight and it will give you time to spend with your daughter talking and exploring. If you walk by a park you can always stop and let her play on bars and swing etc..Also, for diet try South Beach Diet it worked great for me, I lost 30 lbs. Good luck.
2007-03-21 03:05:37 · answer #1 · answered by mom of twins 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do something that does not involve the TV. Escape the mentality of doing everything in the lounge area. Mst workout videos do not really work you too much, but will more than likelybe too difficult for a 7 year old to follow.
To loose 15 pounds,you need toraise and keep your aerobic level high for about 40 minutes.
Go swimming together. It's one of the best all round excercises. Or bike riding. How about a martial art? Great excercise, but also a good life tool too?
2007-03-21 01:40:33 · answer #2 · answered by dogterhoo 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure if there are videos, but jumping rope or using a pogo stick are great forms of exercise you could do together. I walk and run with my son - we will walk for a while, then do a little sprint race, then walk again. It is a great way to exercise together, and have a chance to talk too.
2007-03-21 05:21:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, I can't give thumbs up, yet, but I agree with dogterhoo. Swimming is one of the most excellent ways to get exercise. Highly aerobic, lots of resistance for strength gain, and almost zero impact on the body for the older folks. Plus, swimming is a lot of fun for kids. You could also find swimming games to help keep her attention.
LOL, now I want to go for a swim, it's been too long!
2007-03-21 01:47:24 · answer #4 · answered by Scott N 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Jumping rope jogging walking bike riding swimming basketball softball. Why does every thing have to be TV?
Roller skating dancing obstacle coarse in the back yard.
tag Let her help you carry in groceries. all of the above just get her moving little kids don't do exercise videos as well as they play. If it's not fun it don't get done lol
2007-03-21 08:58:20 · answer #5 · answered by angie 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Jumping on a trampoline is great! So is riding bikes. Anything that is fun and keeps you guys moving is good exercise. Maybe one of those dancing videos.
The key is keep it fun!
2007-03-21 04:19:54 · answer #6 · answered by swanser 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is so cute! Simple things like crunches and jogging. Some Curves For Women centers have mother/daughter classes.
2007-03-21 01:43:21 · answer #7 · answered by cheshirecat 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
pillatees is great.... i know i spelled it wrong but it really does good. it might be a little too hard for ur daughter tho. Yoga, or any kind of aerobic video would be great for both of you. Go for jogs together too. I think its great that youre working out with her by the way, you must be a great mom
2007-03-21 01:38:35 · answer #8 · answered by Carolyn B 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
When I was younger I had a Barbie Dance/Exercise Video
2007-03-21 01:42:41 · answer #9 · answered by r_e_bronson 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Check your library. My kiddos and I like Richard Simons Sweating to the Oldies.
2007-03-21 04:14:56 · answer #10 · answered by Tired Momma 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋