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Rise + Squat • Burst

  • Writer: Trail Built Living
    Trail Built Living
  • Mar 19
  • 1 min read

Updated: Apr 16

A quick burst to build agility, coordination, and stability


For kids—and grown-ups too


Builds


Focus • Strength

Coordination • Confidence


After sitting • Transition time

Before recess • Ages 3+


The Spark


Let’s move. Wake it up.

Pick all or mix.

Move with control.


Stay steady. Breathe.


Try It


High Knees • Lift fast, light

Mountain Shape • Stand tall

Squat Jumps • Bend low, jump

Warrior Shape • Ground, reach tall

Cross Crawl • Opposite hand-knee


Keep It Going


Repeat 2–3 rounds.

Change speed.

Swap in new shapes.


Movement resets the mind.


ZigZag Creature Tip


Virex likes this break.

Bold explorer

Tries new ways


Try this next →

Zig Cue • Extension & Reach


Unlock ZigZag Trail — Trail Pass


See you on the trail → 🐾


ZigZag all over the world 🌍  

where the wild things go


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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