There is no better day than Father's Day to get fit with your dad! He might love the gifts you've given him, but he'd love it even more if you spent the day together. If your old man is a gym nut, or he just wants to improve his fitness level, here's your chance to strengthen your muscles as well as your bond.

1. Play a Fitness Video Game

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There's no need to leave the house to do a fun fitness activity. You can play a fitness video game right from the comfort of your own living room.

Ring Fit Adventure is a video game that helps you get fit and it is a great way to get dad on his feet. Playing it is an intense workout session, but it's so fun that it's hard to stop. The device is straightforward to use: hold the Ring-Con, and put on the Leg Strap, and you're good to go.

There are tons of adventures and mini-games to choose from, whether you want to go on a lengthy fantasy adventure or spend a few minutes smashing robots. Unfortunately, Ring Fit Adventure doesn't have a multiplayer mode; however, you can still take turns between and battle it out to get the highest score.

2. Find a Secret Hiking Trail

Can you think of anyone better to go on an outdoor adventure with than your dad? Even if hiking isn't an activity your father would usually do, don't let that stop you from trying it out.

An awesome hiking app like AllTrails can help you find a nearby trail or hiking spot at the right length and difficulty level. AllTrails conveniently categorizes hikes as easy, moderate, or hard. Additionally, you can use the app to filter hikes by length.

Start off by searching for an easy hiking trail with a couple of pleasant attractions, like a waterfall or an amazing view. From there, the AllTrails map will display which hiking trails meet your needs. Who knows—pretty soon your dad might turn into your ultimate adventure buddy.

Download: AllTrails for iOS | Android (Free, subscription available)

3. See Who Can Swim the Fastest

Man swimming in body of water wearing swim goggles

Grab your dad and head out to your swimming pool. If you don't have a pool, you may be able to find a public swimming pool to dive into. The best part about swimming is that it's not only fun but also an enjoyable physical activity with plenty of health benefits.

Smart swim goggles, such as the FORM smart goggles, are a little pricey, but they take your swimming game to the next level. These goggles feature a heads-up display of your metrics in the lens. This means you can view your time, distance, stroke rate, pace, and more while you're swimming.

To burn some serious calories, pop on your smart goggles and challenge your dad to a couple of laps to find out who can swim the fastest.

4. Join a Special Father's Day Workout Class

Forget about going to the gym; why don't you spend some quality one-on-one time with your dad this Father's Day? Did you know that working out together towards a common goal can build teamwork and make your relationship so much stronger? With so many family-friendly online workout classes available on YouTube, you don't even have to leave the house or use a ton of floor space to get fit.

There are plenty of videos to choose from, all of which are free of charge. A couple of great YouTube workout classes to try are Thenx's Father's Day YouTube workout and Demi Bagby's Father's Day workout challenge on YouTube.

5. Compete in a Jump Rope Challenge

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There aren't a lot of entertaining fitness activities that burn as many calories as jumping rope. And no, it's not just something that kids do during recess at school; it's a fun, versatile piece of workout equipment.

If you're up for a challenge, get yourself and your dad a matching set of RENPHO smart jump ropes. The smart ropes feature a convenient little display that can be set so that you and dad can race to see who completes a certain number of jumps first. Feel free to download the corresponding mobile app to view your skip time, total skip number, and calories burned.

Whether you're skipping inside your home, in the backyard, or even at the neighborhood park, a smart jump rope is a fun way to sweat and connect with your dad.

6. Do Some Garden Work Together

Spending time gardening isn't a typical fitness activity, but it can burn a surprising amount of calories. Whether you're gardening on the family farm or simply planting some herbs on your windowsill, you can create memories that last forever while working up a sweat.

LeafSnap is a wonderful plant identification app that you and your dad can use to identify plants, flowers, fruits, and trees. This home gardening app can help you identify what to plant and where to plant it based on what's already growing. Besides that, you can set various plant care reminders and track your plants' growth.

Download: LeafSnap for iOS | Android (Free, subscription available)

7. Go for a Virtual Bike Ride

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Young or old, going for a bike ride is a lot of fun. However, sometimes it's not possible to spend time doing it outdoors. Why don't you and your dad jump on Zwift bikes for some virtual cycling games and training? For dads with younger children, the little ones can join in, too! Kids under the age of 16 can get a free Zwift account that allows them to ride for free.

If you're an avid indoor cyclist, you'll know that to use Zwift you need a couple of pieces of equipment, including a smart trainer and a speed sensor. Once you and dad are set up, simply pick a virtual world and start riding with people from all around the world.

8. Try Out an Online Boxing Class

Let your dad channel his inner Mike Tyson with you right by his side. Whether you want to take part in an online kickboxing class or strength training workout, TITLE Boxing Club On Demand has hundreds of workouts to do at home.

There is absolutely no experience or equipment necessary, and even beginners can easily follow along with these workouts. All you need to do is grab your dad, choose a workout, and find some space to throw punches. Here's an idea: as his Father's Day, sign your dad up and buy him a subscription for a month or even a full year!

Download: Title Boxing Club On Demand for iOS | Android (Free, subscription required)

Fun Fitness Activities That Make It All About Dad

Instead of spending all day on the couch, get up and move with your dad to make it a Father's Day to remember. There are a ton of fun fitness activities and experiences you can enjoy together and take to the next level with some exciting technology this Father's Day.