Trick or Treat during a pandemic? Yes, if we’re talking physical therapy for kids. The movement experts at CompassPT love helping kids do all the tricks they need and keep doing all the treats they love. Visit our blog throughout November for tips to keep the whole family active and fit.
In the meantime, here are some fun ideas from our staff for a safe Halloween, Friday family fun night, cold weekend indoors, Wacky Wednesday…you get the idea. Truth is few of us really need more candy but who couldn’t benefit from some connection with the ones we love.
Dare to be a kid again today:
Create an obstacle course throughout your house or backyard
Skip, run, jump, tiptoe, grapevine through your neighborhood or park--How many ways can you walk? Dress-up just for fun
Red Light/Green Light in place:
—Green light—run as fast as you can in one spot,
—Yellow light—how slow can you go (it actually takes more muscle control to
move slowly) and, of course,
—Red light—how fast can you stop in place and how long can you balance in
that position?The Floor is Lava--throw those pillows and cushions on the floor and let the adventure begin
Discipline with love and action:
—oops! Forgot to take out the trash? Now you get to take it out 3 times--take it out, bring it in, take it out, bring it in, take it out one more time--Third time’s the charm! Not only will they get the idea that you’re serious about the chore but they’ll get extra steps in too.
—Said a snarky word?--Uh-oh, drop and give me 10 (pushups, sit-ups, etc).
—One jumping jack or plank hold for every minute you’re late getting off your phone or video game. This goes for adults too!Dance Party--need we say more?
These are just a few suggestions and we encourage you to let your kids take the lead—get creative and active Central Oregon!