Playful Movement Activities πͺ
Try these simple, fun drills designed for all ages and fitness levels. Always choose a clear, safe area and progress gradually.
Watch Stephen Demonstrate Activities
See how Stephen, at 85 years old, demonstrates these playful movement activities. Perfect for visual learners who want to see proper form and technique.
πͺ Activity Demonstration 1
βοΈ Balance & Coordination
π€Ή Juggling & Hand-Eye Coordination
π― Progressive Challenges
βοΈ Featured Activity: Balancing with Balls on a Bongo Board
Stephen Jepson demonstrates:
A delightful way to train your hands and feet to be quicker and more accurate. This will do it without fail. Go slow β get better at each step along the way and maybe someday you will be doing both hands while balancing on the bongo board.
π‘ Training Tips:
- Start slow and focus on stability
- Progress gradually to more complex movements
- Practice both hand coordination and balance simultaneously
- Build up to using both hands while maintaining bongo board balance
More Activity Ideas
π― Anchor Point Training
Chris Severs and Stephen Jepson having fun with Anchor Point Training in the playground using FORCEbands. This resistance-based training adds a new dimension to playground activities.
π Setup a Jumping Course
Create a custom jumping course on your local playground! This activity builds explosive power, coordination, and cardiovascular fitness while keeping exercise fun and engaging.
Tip: Start with low obstacles and gradually increase height as confidence builds.
π΅ Monkey Bars Mastery
Monkey bars build grip strength, shoulder stability, and upper body coordination. Stephen demonstrates proper form and progression strategies for all skill levels.
π€Ή Juggling All Over
Take your juggling practice anywhere! Stephen demonstrates juggling techniques from Arizona to around the country, showing how portable skills can be practiced in any environment.
Explore Playgrounds Near You
Playgrounds aren't just for kids! They're free outdoor gyms filled with equipment perfect for building balance, strength, and coordination at any age.
Find playgrounds in your area and start your movement journey today.
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