Challenge 3

Jump, move, and stretch in Get Moving Circuit.

Jenny is back to lead you in a fun game of Card Cardio. Perform different exercises based on the card you pick, or just follow along.

Then bring the zoo to your home with Animal Stretch.


Activity 1

 

Get Moving Circuit

Instructions
Spend one minute at each station to complete each movement as many times as you can.

  • Jump: Squat as low as you can then jump to the sky, left, or right. Repeat for 1 minute.
  • Rest for 30 seconds and move to the next station.
  • Move: March in place or step and touch from side to side. Repeat for 1 minute.
  • Rest for 30 seconds and move to the next station.
  • Stretch: Do a side bend or forward lunge. Repeat for 1 minute.
  • Rest for 30 seconds and move to the next station.

Rotate to each station several times. Improvise and create your own movements. Include exercises that keep you moving, without overstretching or straining.

Activity 2 (video)

 

Card Cardio


Activity 3

 

Animal Stretching

Instructions
Stretch like various animals:

  • Sit like a butterfly, nose to toes in butterfly position.
  • Crouch like a frog, knuckles touch the floor (or as far as they can) with straight legs like a gorilla.
  • Waddle like a penguin.
  • Elephant walk, put arms out in front of the body, bend at the hips, and swing from side to side.

Add your own fun animal stretches. Include exercises that keep you moving, without overstretching or straining.