My son never stops moving. The moment he got home from school today he was riding his scooter around the neighborhood. But sometimes during the worst of the winter months I was scrambling to come up with physical activity ideas for him. I bought him some active toys and I'd set up relay races for him to run in the house. He also joined a basketball team and we'd frequently visit the sledding hill. Still, both he and I missed the warm days where he could just hop on his bike and burn off steam. These fitness DVDs for kids would have been a great solution.

While my son doesn't battle childhood obesity, it's a prevalent problem in our society. Physical activity is such an important tool in a parent's toolbox -- preventing or helping obesity, keeping kids entertained, developing positive social experiences, and building confidence. But not all kids like team sports or outdoor activity. These DVDs sound like a fun and encouraging fitness opportunity for all kids. The choices are:

• 65 Energy Blasts -- short hip-hop routines (one minute, 15 seconds each) that can be done one at a time or combined for a longer workout
• 6 "Fit Kids" Fitness Workouts -- Fun five or ten-minute dance oriented workouts
• Get Strong 101 -- Strength and conditioning activities made fun for kids.

The DVDs will be available in many stores and at online retailers on May 13, 2008.