Last Saturday I was asked to host a #FitMadeFun party by MomSelect with a few friends to introduce them to the new Leap Frog Fit Band and the CLIF Kid Zbar Protein bars. We had a few last minute cancellations, but I think those that came had a good time. We met at a park and just let the kids have fun.
I think it’s fun that the new Leap Band allows the kids to pick out an animal friend to take care of by being active. Little Man first chose a Penguin and Monkey chose a unicorn. The more active you are, the happier your friend is and the more friends you can collect!
The Leap Band helps get the kids active and lets them have fun and act silly at the same time. It may ask you to waddle like a penguin or slither like a snake. I really do like that it helps them keep their childhood play and imaginations a little longer.
All the kids enjoyed their CLIF Kid Zbar Protein bars. We were sent Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter, and Chocolate Mint to try. The Chocolate Mint went the fastest. So far, that’s the only one I’ve tried and I thought it was pretty good. In addition to the 5g of complete protein, CLIF Kid Zbar Protein is made with 70% organic ingredients, offers an excellent source of calcium, and is a good source of vitamin D, iron and zinc. Zbar Protein also leaves out what parents consider to be “no-np’s,” such as partially-hydrogenated oils, high fructose corn syrup, synthetic preservatives and artificial flavors. I like having a healthier alternative to some bars that are out there!
The only thing I didn’t like about the kids wearing the Leap Frog Leap Band was that they zoned in on the Leap Band instead of engaging with their friends. I eventually took the bands away and just let them play for a while. I’m glad they were having fun with the bands, but I don’t want my kids to become technology zombies, either. My kids are still enjoying playing with the Leap Bands, but they only get them for about 30 minutes a day now.
What do you do to help keep your kids active? I can see these being great in the long winter months to help keep the kids doing some fun activities while still being inside. I also like the CLIF Kid bars to help fill the kids up when on the go. You can purchase the CLIF Kid Zbar Protein as a 5-count box for $4.99. I was even told they are on sale at Meijer this week!
very cool!!
The pics came out so cute! My non-gf kid really liked the cliff bars, too!
My boys love Cliff bars. I do, too, actually. And how cool are those LeapBands?
I have seen several positive reviews of this product lately. I know my niece would love to have one for Christmas since he mom wears an adult version. It would be fun for her to follow along with her activity.
What a neat gadget! I bet my kids would enjoy this, great way to get them exercising!
I have always loved Leap Frog products for my kids. The Leap Band looks like a great way to encourage kids to be healthy.
My Little Man loves working out and staying active and he always asks how he is doing… this would totally help him keep track
Perfect for the playground! My kids love those Clif bars! I don;t mind them myself!
I really, really love how this encourages activity in kids. That’s something so important now that we’re so technology heavy as a socieity.
I was thinking the same thing about the winter months. We live in an area that has long, hard winter, so it’s easy to get bored while hunkered down for the winter. This seems like such a fun way to get active and moving.
These are a great combo. With all the video games and various devices out there, it’s really important to make an effort to keep kids active.
This is really great. Getting kids to actually go outside can be difficult. Getting them to eat healthy foods can be even harder. This combo addresses both of those problems.
What great ways to get kids active and eating healthy foods. I love it!
This is really great. Kids today are so sedentary, and their diets are horrible. This is a great way to counter that.
This is a really cool combo. The Leap Band gets keeps kids interested in activity, and the Cliff bars keep them fueled. Love it.
I’ve been seeing the Leap Band/Cliff bar combo making the rounds, and I really love it. I’ve already started looking for them for my kids.
Leap Frog always has such great stuff to keep little ones happy!
Well, they look happy now, huh?
We’ve always found Leap frog products fun as well as a quality line!
Fit and fun sounds good to me. I want to raise kids that know how to maintain a proper balance in life.
I love that there is away to promote electronics and physical play. Thanks for this post!
We had our party last weekend too and the kids had a ton of fun! The LeapBand has some great features on it and I love who it’s getting kids more active!
Those Leapbands are such a great idea for kiddos!
I really like that companies and toy makers are trying really hard to get kids up and moving, off the couch and outdoors. This is great!
my daughter loves the z-bars. i always keep a box in my car just in case she gets hungry. perfect on the go snack.
The Leap Band and z-bars area great combo. Get them active, and get them eating healthy foods! I love it!