{"id":2309,"date":"2012-05-03T12:17:11","date_gmt":"2012-05-03T17:17:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/backyardcity.wordpress.com\/?p=2309"},"modified":"2012-05-03T12:17:11","modified_gmt":"2012-05-03T17:17:11","slug":"enjoy-outdoor-games-for-fun-and-fitness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.backyardcity.com\/Outdoor-Patio-Blog\/enjoy-outdoor-games-for-fun-and-fitness\/","title":{"rendered":"Enjoy Outdoor Games for Fun and Fitness!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nThis beautiful weather is REALLY making me want to get outdoors and have some fun with my family! Outdoor games<\/a> are a great way to add excitement and healthy exercise to your family time. Basketball, soccer, and even chess can turn a regular day into extraordinary time! Even simple games like Murbles, which requires very little equipment, can keep you entertained for hours. You will get a dose of exercise and fresh air that will improve your health and well-being. Take advantage of the nice temperatures and enjoy some outdoor games today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

This beautiful weather is REALLY making me want to get outdoors and have some fun with my family! Outdoor games are a great way to add excitement and healthy exercise to your family time. Basketball, soccer, and even chess can turn a regular day into extraordinary time! Even simple games like Murbles, which requires very little equipment, can keep you entertained for hours. 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