Broomball - The Duggar Family's Solution for Economic Exercise

In the current economic climate, almost every family is feeling the financial pinch. But just imagine how tight things must be when you have a family as big as the Duggar family of 17 Kids and Counting? From groceries to holiday spending, the Duggars have to be very frugal. They also have to be careful about spending when it comes to entertainment. According to Jim Bob, the Duggar family dad, one of their favorite activities is playing broomball at the local community center. After the initial investment of the gear, this is now a free activity the whole family can participate in ... plus, it's great exercise.

What is broomball you ask? That's the same question I had to ask when I first read the article. Broomball is somewhat similar to ice hockey, but the equipment is quite a bit different. Instead of a hockey stick, players use a "broom" -- a stick with a rubber-coated broom-shaped tip. Instead of a puck, players maneuver a blue or orange ball around the ice rink. And instead of skates, players wear special shoes with rubber soles.

I haven't played broomball, but it sounds like a lot of fun. Plus, if the Duggar's younger kids can manage it, it's obviously a great activity for the whole family.