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From Ancient Greece to Suburban NJ: Swing Sets Throughout History

Wooden swing set with slide and climbing frame, featuring multiple children playing and enjoying outdoor activities in a grassy area under a blue sky.
August 30, 2018

The next time you see your kids enjoying themselves on the wooden swing set or sliding board at your local playground, think of Charles Wicksteed. Wicksteed was a British engineer whose company built the first commercial playground in 1921, fashioning swings from the pipes in his factory. In 2013, a couple in the UK found one of those swing sets... View Article

Three More Exercises You Can Do on a Trampoline

Girl practicing kickboxing on a trampoline with a training bag, wearing gloves, surrounded by greenery.
August 30, 2018

If you have a trampoline in your backyard, you have a great tool for burning calories. 160 calories, to be exact. That’s how much you’ll burn by spending 30-minutes on your trampolines, NJ exercise enthusiasts. “You’ll get an amazing workout and it’s so much fun,” fitness consultant and trainer Basheerah Ahmad tells WebMD.

Cedar vs. Redwood: What You Need to Know When Buying a Wooden Swing Set

Wooden swing set with two playhouses, green slides, climbing wall, and surrounding grassy area, representing outdoor play equipment options.
August 30, 2018

If you’re in the market for a new backyard swing set, you might be wondering which type of wood is the best option. While there are many types of wood available, two of the most popular choices for wooden swing sets are cedar and redwood. Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of each type of wood and help... View Article