It’s officially Summer 2025, and y’all know what that means—there’s finally a reason to get outside, soak up that sunshine, and get active!
But this time, we’ve found a new fitness hack that’s got the fun factor, the burn factor, and the “why didn’t I think of this before?” factor all rolled into one. And the best part? No gym required.
Introducing the Body Board Workout — a.k.a. the skateboard workout you never saw coming!
Yep, that old skateboard tucked in the garage, the one your kid used twice before moving on to a gaming headset, just became your new best workout friend. Grab it, dust it off, and get ready to work that lower body into summer-time fine or runway-ready realness.
THE WORKOUT: 4 Skateboard Moves That’ll Have You Gliding Into Greatness
Don’t let the wheels fool you—this workout is as effective as it is fun. It’s got balance, burn, and body control written all over it. And if you’re like me and my son Tjuan, you’ll be shocked you never tried this sooner.
1. Reverse Lunge Glide
- Start standing with one foot on the ground, the other on the skateboard.
- Slowly lunge back as the skateboard leg glides behind you.
- Keep control and come back to the start.
- Add dumbbells if you’re feelin’ spicy.
2. Abdominal Seesaw Planks
- Get into plank position with your feet on the skateboard and hands on the ground or dumbbells.
- Alternate rocking the skateboard back and forth.
- Now flip into reverse plank position, legs straight, feet still on the board. Repeat the motion.
- Core? Engaged. Shoulders? On fire. Confidence? Sky-high.
3. Wall Sit Gliders
- Place the skateboard against the wall vertically.
- Rest your back flat against it and slide into a seated squat hold.
- Add dumbbells to make it a Wall Sit Plus Ultra.
- Perfect for posture, quad burn, and Instagram flexes.
4. Side Squat Glides
- Stand with your front leg planted, back foot sideways on the skateboard.
- Squat with your front leg while the back foot glides laterally.
- Push back to start and repeat.
- Your glutes and hamstrings are gonna say, “Thank you, Queen Princess!”
UNCONVENTIONAL IS THE NEW ICONIC – CELEBS DO IT TOO
I know what you’re thinking:
“A skateboard? Me??”
But listen—unique movements are exactly what sets the stars apart.
From NFL players doing underwater treadmills, to A-list actors dancing on balance beams—awkward is effective. Why? Because the body gets bored! Just like a rich kid in a mansion, after a while the magic wears off. People like the legendary Kobe Bryant was known for putting himself under the most grueling, and awkward training methods to give his body and basketball prowess the slightest edge in the most uncommon situations.
You need change, you need challenge, and you need creative chaos. That’s how breakthroughs happen. These oddball workouts might just be the difference between a plateau and the best body of your life.
FIT CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT
This week’s challenge is simple:
Do something unconventional.
If it’s not this skateboard workout, then grab your couch for dips, your kitchen stool for barre, or your laundry detergent jugs for weights. Just don’t stay still.
Living FIT isn’t about perfection—it’s about participation. It’s about turning the ordinary into the extraordinary and experiencing life one innovative rep at a time.
So, what are you waiting for? We’ve already given you the answers. We won’t tell the teacher you copied. 😉
GEAR UP: 3 Items To Get You Rolling (Literally)
Don’t have a skateboard? No sweat. Here are three fitness-ready alternatives to help you jumpstart your glide workout journey:
- Yes4All Balance Board Trainer – Built for indoor fitness use, this is your all-season glider.
- RIMABLE Complete 22″ Skateboard – Small, durable, and perfect for workout purposes.
- Core Sliders (for indoor carpet workouts) – These mimic skateboard movements for tight spaces or apartment living.
JOIN OUR LIVING FIT MOVEMENT – POP UP & JUMP IN!
You already know we’re not just about talking the talk—we’re about walking, lunging, and gliding the walk. That’s why you have to join us for one of our Jump-In / Pop-Up Workouts.
Each week, we hit up a new spot in the Dallas area—gyms, parks, or wherever inspiration strikes—to try out wild workouts, new trainers, and crazy fitness trends. If it works, we tell the world. If it doesn’t, well… we still tell the world!
Ready to Find Your Fit? Click the link below to see where we’ll be next!
And if you can’t catch us in person, we’re live on:
Let’s get your body and your bank account both on swole.
Because here at iLivFIT, we don’t just live fit—we LIVE LIFE.
Stay Bold, Stay Balanced, and Ride the Wave of Wellness.
Yours in fitness and fun,
👑 Shelia “Queen Princess” Hicks
The Better Half of iLivFIT
