Life & Family | Toys

Unless you live under a rock, you know that childhood obesity has become an epidemic that is growing to alarming proportions. Now that the weather has warmed up (finally!), it’s high time to get the kids off their iPods and have them recharge their own batteries with one of these fitness-focused toys.

Woody’s Run-Around Roundup
If your kids are all fired up about next month’s Toy Story 3 release, let them test their movie smarts with Woody’s Run-Around Roundup. Masked as an electronic tagger, that crazy cowboy will call out clues about different characters that prompt players to run and tag their targets. For a real workout, bring this toy outside and set the targets as far apart as possible—even to infinity and beyond. $25; http://shopwildplanet.com.

GoGolf

Golfers-in-training can improve their handicap on—or off—the green with GoGolf. This on-the-go game lets players set up a simulated golf course anywhere and doesn’t require any special set-up or even a club. Simply throw the disc to make a hole and then throw the ball and try to hit the target in as few throws as possible. $15; http://digginactive.com.

Ready, Set, Go! Trike
If your toddler is ready to ride, let her practice big-kid bike-riding with the Ready, Set, Go! Trike. There’s a removable handle that lets you guide her on the path when she’s just starting out, plus a fetching canopy top that shields her from the midday summer sun. The removable head rest and secure seat belt keep her in place, and once she’s up to speed, you can fold up the footrests, pull up the clutch and watch her go! $199; http://alextoys.com.