The Playguide
Real moves for real little movers.
Everything we know about getting your kid to move — by age. Morning routines, 5-minute workouts, bedtime wind-downs. All free, all pulled from the BabyGains Play app.
0-2 yrs
Tiny
Gentle stretches, belly giggles, first wobbles. Movement starts in your arms.
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Spin & Giggle
Gentle spinning, turning, and swaying together! Hold baby close and let the world go round and round. Dizzy giggles guaranteed!
Morning routines
Sunrise Snuggle Stretch
A gentle wake-up flow. Soft stretches, belly giggles, and first smiles of the day.
5 steps · 15 gains
Wiggle Worm Wake-Up
5 minutes of soft wiggles to activate baby's muscles after a long night's sleep.
5 steps · 12 gains
Baby Yoga Flow
Gentle yoga-inspired moves for the tiniest gym-goer. Low intensity, high connection.
5 steps · 15 gains
5-minute workouts
Spin & Giggle
Gentle spinning, turning, and swaying together! Hold baby close and let the world go round and round. Dizzy giggles guaranteed!
6 exercises · 15 gains
Goodnight Stretch
A calm, soothing wind-down routine for sleepy babies. Gentle stretches, soft touches, and quiet breathing. Sweet dreams!
6 exercises · 15 gains
Lift-Off
3... 2... 1... LIFT-OFF! Parent lifts baby up high like a rocket ship, then brings them down for a safe landing. ZOOM!
6 exercises · 15 gains
Bedtime wind-downs
Lullaby Wind-Down
Gentle bedtime flow for baby. Slow rocking + soft voice. Drift to sleep.
5 steps · 12 gains
Moonlight Snuggle
Soft cuddle routine with quiet stories. Calms even the fussiest baby.
5 steps · 10 gains
Stretch Before Sleep
Tiny calming stretches to release baby's tension before bed.
5 steps · 10 gains
2-4 yrs
Little
Big feelings, bigger jumps. Animal walks, balance games, energy out — every day.
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Rock Star Air Guitar
Grab your invisible guitar and ROCK OUT! Jump, strum, and be the biggest rock star ever!
Morning routines
Jumping Bean Wake-Up
Toddlers have energy first thing — channel it! 5 minutes of bouncy wake-up moves.
5 steps · 12 gains
Animal Wake-Up Parade
Become 5 different animals to wake up your whole body.
5 steps · 12 gains
Dance Party Start
Turn on the music and dance! A 5-minute dance party to wake up and feel amazing.
5 steps · 10 gains
5-minute workouts
Rock Star Air Guitar
Grab your invisible guitar and ROCK OUT! Jump, strum, and be the biggest rock star ever!
5 exercises · 18 gains
Dinosaur Stomp
ROAR! You're a T-Rex! Stomp around and show everyone your big dinosaur moves!
5 exercises · 15 gains
Pirate Ship Balance
Ahoy matey! Walk the plank and balance on your pirate ship! Don't fall in the water! ARRR!
5 exercises · 15 gains
Bedtime wind-downs
Starry Night Wind-Down
7-minute calm flow. Stretches + breaths + whispered goodnights.
5 steps · 12 gains
Sleepy Bunny Routine
Soft toddler routine with bunny-themed calming moves.
5 steps · 10 gains
Bath + Book Wind-Down
Wind down routine around bath + book. Classic but effective.
5 steps · 14 gains
4-6 yrs
Junior
Real strength forms here. Mini WODs, coordination drills, rules they can follow.
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Karate Kicks
HI-YAH! Learn basic karate kicks and punches! Discipline + power = MAXIMUM GAINS!
Morning routines
Super Kid Power-Up
Activate your superpowers with this 7-minute energizing routine.
5 steps · 18 gains
Rocket Ship Countdown
3-2-1 blast off! A space-themed morning routine for budding astronauts.
5 steps · 15 gains
Ninja Training Camp
Stealth, strength, and silence. Train like a ninja first thing in the morning.
5 steps · 18 gains
5-minute workouts
Cool Down Champion
Every champion cools down after training! Stretch, breathe, and celebrate your GAINS!
5 exercises · 15 gains
Stretchy Snake
Slither and stretch like a snake! Get flexible, get loose, get those recovery GAINS!
5 exercises · 15 gains
Catch & Throw Pro
Level up your throwing and catching skills! Accuracy + speed = PRO ATHLETE in training!
5 exercises · 15 gains
Bedtime wind-downs
Sleepy Strong Flow
Calm stretches + gratitude sharing. Helps 4-6 year olds decompress.
5 steps · 12 gains
Dreamland Prep
Imagination-based wind-down. Paint mental pictures of calm places.
5 steps · 10 gains
Quiet Strength Yoga
Calm yoga poses to release the day. Perfect for 4-6 year olds.
5 steps · 12 gains
6-8+ yrs
Strong
They train alongside you. Full sessions, real reps, real sweat — and giggles.
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Rope Warrior
Grab a rope and become a WARRIOR! Jump rope builds cardio, coordination, and toughness. SKIP LIKE A CHAMP!
Morning routines
Athlete Activation
A 10-minute dynamic warm-up used by real athletes. Get your body ready for anything.
6 steps · 25 gains
Boxing Warm-Up
Shadow boxing and footwork. Train like a champion every morning.
5 steps · 20 gains
Parkour Prep
Balance, coordination, and explosive jumps. Train like a parkour athlete.
5 steps · 22 gains
5-minute workouts
Flexibility Flow
Stretch it OUT! Being flexible makes you FASTER, STRONGER, and harder to injure. Flexibility is a SUPERPOWER!
5 exercises · 15 gains
Hold It Challenge
How long can you HOLD? Test your strength and willpower with these timed holds. Don't give up — you're STRONGER than you think!
5 exercises · 18 gains
Bedtime wind-downs
Recovery Stretch Flow
Deep stretches + mindful breathing for school-age kids. Helps sleep quality.
6 steps · 15 gains
Mindful Muscle Release
Progressive muscle relaxation: tense + release each body part.
6 steps · 12 gains
Day Reflection Flow
Stretch + reflect on the day. Great for emotional regulation.
6 steps · 14 gains
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