Are Field Days and Fitness Games Just For Kids?
Many of today’s fitness boot camps take themselves too seriously, making the process of getting in shape a tedious chore.
Recently I was at an elementary school’s end of school year “Sports Day” and had the chance to see a bunch of kids burning tons of calories while having fun.
Did they know they were, in effect, exercising?
Probably not, but that didn’t mistake the fact that they were.
I started noticing the conversations all around me, people talking about how much fun they used to have when they were in grade school participating in their “Sports Day” or “Field Day”.
It got me thinking about how predictable some fitness bootcamps, group exercise classes and sports program workouts can be when they don’t have to be.
I sidled up to the gym teacher, Mr. Willows, in order to ask him about the exercises.
He told me that setting up these fitness games was the “highlight of his school year” and that, because he needed to go through the exercises as well, he “never felt more in shape”.
I asked him which fitness games were his favorites and began mentally planning my next fitness boot camp class around them.
By the way, you’ve probably heard of corporate team building, which is typically known as a Japanese practice.
Large companies organize group events in order to promote a feeling of trust and solidarity between employees.
Well, it’s not unheard of for these companies to start a “Sports Day” or “Field Day” of their own.
How about you, would your fitness boot camp or group fitness class benefit by having a 3 or 4 time per year “Sports Day”?
(Think of the press release fun you could have with that one!)
The first thing to consider when setting up your own circuit for a “Sports Day” is what will work with the space that you have.
I know some fitness boot camps are strictly indoors, and for those - you should consider using both outdoor space (parking lot, nearby field, park) as well as your indoor space.
Begin by selecting which track and field exercises you’d like to implement, such as long-jump, mini hurdles (use 3 or 4 cones set side by side), or the 100 yard dash.
Of course you have to have the potato sack race, the tug of war and some of the fitness games from my eBook, “Fitness Games”.
If you plan on making “Sports Day” a regular part of your program, there is no need to do too many activities at once.
Leave your clients wanting more.
Fitness games such as the medicine ball shot-put, egg race and an obstacle course are also good ones to consider. Not only are they fun, but you can tailor them to incorporate weights and set time limits too.
Before you know it, the class will be over, the circuit done and the sweet smell of calories burning is all around.
You’ll find that everyone is happy and laughing and that they were able to use muscles for fun as opposed to work.
I guarantee that the “Sports Day” or “Field Day” theme will be a hit with anyone who gets bored easily and likes to have fun with his or her workout.
With summer here and school recently out, it’s a perfect time to utilize a “Field Day” theme with your bootcamp or sports program.
Heck, you could even approach some local businesses and have them consider hiring you to put on a “Sports Day” at their place of business.
This could lead to more opportunity and business for you and, at the same time; help get more people active in your community.
Sounds pretty simple to me!
Speaking of simple if you’re at a loss for fitness activities and need to ratchet up the fun factor in your boot camps, check out the 35 plus games that you can simply plug in to your existing fitness boot camp or exercise classes right away.
Don’t spend valuable time racking your brain for new workouts and ideas.
Get the eBook, “Fitness Games” at www.outdoorfitnessgames.com
It was created specifically for exercise class instructors, boot camp instructors and coaches.
It’s crammed with over 35 simple to use fitness games that will leave your clients having fun, burning calories and telling their family, friends and coworkers about your boot camp or sports program.
It will generate word-of-mouth that no advertising campaign can, and, best of all; you’ll have fun doing it.
Bring some summer fun to your boot camp or exercise class tomorrow!
P.S. There’s a ton of bonus material that comes with the eBook, “Fitness Games!”
In fact, here’s what one happy customer said about just one of the bonuses:
"Hey Scott…wanted to give ya a little update on the Fitness Boot Camp Joint Venture Letter (Bonus).
First off, I tried really, really hard to take the letter & put it all in my own words, but you had it worded too well!
I have to admit I did quite a bit of copying there. Lol. But I’m glad that I
did because I sent it out to a bunch of businesses, apartment complexes, etc and I’ve had a HUGE response.
I’ve had NINE of them contact me...all wanting bootcamp training for their
employees and residents. So let me just give you a big THANK YOU for your help, and also I’d kinda like your input on maybe what I should do. NINE bootcamps??"
Jeff McDaniel
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I asked him:
- What are the current top 3 online marketing methods that work best?
- What to do if you are feeling overwhelmed?
- What is the most underused (but most effective) FREE marketing weapon in one’s arsenal?
- What should you do if you are ready to leave your 9 - 5 job to follow your passion but something is holding you back?
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I added this interview to the list of bonuses that come with the eBook, “Fitness Games!”
This 30 minute interview contains valuable and exclusive content that you simply cannot afford to miss.
Download the interview to your computer and listen, burn it on a CD and listen to it in your car or as an mp3 on your iPod.
Because I know as sure as Burpees are the most hated exercise ever that you’re going to feel lighter and more focused after hearing Joe’s interview.
Don’t take this limited time additional bonus lightly!
It’s currently available, with all of the other business building bonuses, at www.outdoorfitnessgames.com