{"id":3958,"date":"2024-07-04T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-04T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.joinsmarty.com\/blog\/?p=3958"},"modified":"2024-07-02T01:00:32","modified_gmt":"2024-07-02T08:00:32","slug":"backyard-olympics-creative-games-to-keep-the-whole-family-active","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.joinsmarty.com\/blog\/backyard-olympics-creative-games-to-keep-the-whole-family-active","title":{"rendered":"Backyard Olympics: Creative Games to Keep the Whole Family Active"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Summer offers a chance to get families active outdoors. Transform your backyard into an Backyard Olympics arena for engaging family fun. With simple equipment and creativity, you can host a day of games promoting competition, laughter, and memory-making. Here are some backyard Olympic ideas to keep your family active throughout summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Backyard Obstacle Course<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Create a DIY obstacle course in your yard for an adventurous playground. Use household items like hula hoops, jump ropes, and pool noodles to build a challenging circuit. Include stations for jumping, crawling, and balancing. Time each participant for friendly competition. For added excitement, consider inflatable obstacles from Walmart<\/strong><\/a> to enhance your backyard challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Water Balloon Javelin Throw<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cool off with a water balloon javelin throw. Fill balloons and compete for the longest throw without breaking. Use flags or cones to mark distances. For an eco-friendly option, try Bunch O Balloons Reusable Water Balloons from Target<\/strong><\/a>, offering repeated use and less waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sack Race Relay<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Host a sack race using old pillowcases or burlap sacks. Set up start and finish lines for individual races or team relays. For ready-made options, consider the colorful Jumping Bags available at Michaels<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pool Noodle Javelin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Create a safe javelin throw using pool noodles. Set throwing lines and distance markers to determine the farthest throw. This event improves hand-eye coordination. Find colorful pool noodles at Dick’s Sporting Goods<\/a>, useful for this and other summer water activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frisbee Golf<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Create a frisbee golf course using hula hoops as targets around your yard. Players aim to land the frisbee in each hoop with minimal throws. This game blends skill and strategy for all ages. For variety, consider the official disc golf set available at Walmart<\/strong><\/a>, offering discs for different throw types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Balloon Pop Race<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Play balloon pop tag: Tie inflated balloons to ankles. Players try to pop others’ balloons while protecting their own. Last intact balloon wins. This game ensures laughter and movement. Stock up on balloons with a large pack from Target<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

These backyard Olympic games combine physical activity, competition, and family bonding. Incorporating these activities into your summer routine creates memories while keeping everyone active. Gather equipment, set up events, and start your backyard games. You might uncover hidden family talents right at home.

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