Keeping exercise fun for kids without really trying

What is the secret sauce that can instill a sense of regular exercise into many kids these days? It's pretty obvious to any parent -- make the activity fun.

Sports like soccer, basketball and gymnastics are every bit as grueling as they look -- but they are fun to do for those small rubber people we call kids.

Constant challenges, obstacles and a real sense of accomplishment are the byproducts of a fun type of exercise. However, the health benefits are just as immense and are equally as important.

Ask your child what activity he or she would love to do and push in that direction. There's even more little things that make fitness fun while not even thinking about it.