Franklin's Mission - "Building Better People, Everyday"
T is for teamwork!
E is for effort!
A is for A+ Attitude
M is for Manners!
T is for teamwork!
E is for effort!
A is for A+ Attitude
M is for Manners!
10 Exercises for Kids!
- Jumping jacks: stretch arms and legs out to the side like a starfish while jumping, return arms to sides and legs to center on landing.
- Tuck jumps: bend knees and lift heels high while jumping.
- Hurdle hops: jump side-to-side or front-to-back over pretend hurdle.
- One-foot hops: lift one knee and jump on standing leg; alternate (this is a great balance challenge too!).
- Criss-cross feet: jump straight up, then cross one foot in front of the other; on next jump, switch feet and continue.
- Sit Ups: Another classic. Feel free to tuck your toes under the sofa or coffee table if you need a bit of support, or, ask your kids to hold your feet and vice versa.
- Push Ups: Straightforward and to the point. Just be sure your hands are in line with your pectorals and your booty isn’t arced in the air. If you want to make it harder, try for push–up claps, diamond push-ups, or “Y” wide push-ups. Drop to the knee if your form is compromised.
- Burpees: Who is up for the challenge? Start with a jump up, then drop to a plank, add a push-up, and then jump back up. It should be one fluid motion and try to not pause between repetitions. Make it a bit easier by opting out of the push up if you need to.
- Stretching: When it comes to stretching, there are three main techniques: static, dynamic, and ballistic stretching.
- Butterfly Kicks: Lay flat on your back, and extend your legs straight out. Imagine a swimmer, and begin to flutter kick your legs without bending at the knee. Start with your feet high off of the floor, as the move gets more difficult the closer the action is to the floor.