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Bear Crawl + Plank • Burst

  • Writer: Trail Built Living
    Trail Built Living
  • Mar 20
  • 1 min read

Updated: Apr 16

A short activity to build strength, balance, and control


For kids—and grown-ups too


Builds


Strength • Coordination

Focus • Endurance


After sitting • Transition time

Before recess • Ages 3+


The Spark


Let’s move. Get strong.

Pick all or mix.


Move with control.

Stay steady. Breathe.


Try It


Bear Crawls • Stay low, steady

Down Dog Shape • Hips high

Crab Walk • Lift hips, slow

Bridge Shape • Push up, hold

Plank Hold • Stay tight, breathe


Keep It Going


Repeat 2–3 rounds

Hold longer or switch shapes


Movement resets the mind.


ZigZag Creature Tip


Rumlet likes this break.

Big energy

Learns through motion


Try this next → Bridge Shape

Zig Cue • Strength & Stretch


Unlock ZigZag Trail — Trail Pass


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This practice is for educational purposes. 

Please listen to your body and modify 

as needed. Younger children should use 

guidance and supervision.


 
 

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ZigZag Creatures is part of Trail Built Living™— a collection of  field notes, films, stories, and outdoor movement inspired by life on the trail.  Trail Built Living™ was created by Kether Mayen, trail name Spunky Mind

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