The 2019 Move It Monday Challenge!
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Week 1 Challenge DONE! 15 Minute walk on my treadmill! Happy Move It Monday Everyone!4
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T25 complete for today!3
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The sidewalks are too slippery for any extra walking - so I am doing the chair exercises - its helping to keep me warm in my office.4
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So far I've taken two mini breaks at work and used them to do laps in our conference room...26 minutes active so far and almost at my FitBit step goal already. This is awesome! Why on earth did it take a challenge for me to do something that feels so good and helps me get away from my desk?
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I am tethered to my phone so doing chair yoga, stretching and extra stationary steps at my desk are a few to stay more active. I am also do a check list to keep up after work and weekends. I appreciate all the help I can get.
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It was my sister’s birthday today, so after we met for a workout we walked to a restaurant for lunch. I’ll do my Yoga and posture exercises this evening after dinner.5
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Slow start right now. I did 15 minutes of Qigong today. I am nursing an injury right now.5
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Great first day, Everyone, in spite of crazy work schedules and icy weather! I’m glad you found something you could do for Move It Monday. Welcome to all our new members!
And keep the updates coming!5 -
I went to the gym: 20 min cycle, 20 min strength, 10 min stretching. I have also done some stretching at home, since I'm trying to do this at least twice a day.
I like the idea of mini workouts, and have tried to do that before, especially if I am not going to the gym. I will also try and remember the various chair yoga stretches.5 -
I got it in 15 minutes of Just Dance on the Xbox, and 3500 steps today (starting small). I had to do two short walks to get all the steps, but I got them in. Yay!
I appreciate this group, I hope it helps me stay motivated.4 -
I met my goal of moving every hour for 12/13 hours today. I had really gotten out of the habit of moving every hour and my average on my Fitbit had dipped into the mid single digits the past 3 weeks, so I feel good about today. My steps numbers had been down, too, but moving every hour and getting at least 250 steps per hour brought that number back over my steps goal. For me, it’s just a matter of thinking about moving more often throughout the day and then just doing it!
@Empress62 My grandkids brought over Just Dance for the Wii so I’ll have to break that out tomorrow. It’s fun! I like Wii Sports, too, especially boxing. It’s a great way to get moving.4 -
About the mini workouts @peak2beach , my daughter was just telling me about an app she found that posts a new mini workout each day. Sounds like a great idea!
@empress62, I love dancing - best exercise ever!4 -
I started off Monday with a great start!
I did 68 minutes of activity. I did Leslie Sansone workout videos online. I'm also working on drinking more water. I didn't meet my goal by 250ml. I was going to try to chug it down, but I didn't want to be getting up at night to keep going to bathroom. Trust me, I learned that the hard way!5 -
Terrific first day, Everyone!
Sometimes, despite our best intentions, exercising on Monday just doesn’t happen. If that happened to you yesterday, brush it off, and decide to pick it up today. One of members, @PackerFanInGB, calls it “Turn It Up Tuesday” and I think that’s a perfect description!
Our next challenge will be Monday, Jan 28. But since the goal of Move It Monday is to inspire us to stay active the rest of the week, feel free to post on this thread any other exercise sessions you may have this week. We’ll leave the light on. We’re here to support and encourage you!4 -
I didn't post yesterday, but I *did* move it on Monday!
I did my full weight lifting routine, and I worked my muscles well judging by how sore they are today. 5 -
Yesterday I did two rowing workouts, totalling 30 minutes.4
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I put an hourly reminder on my work calendar to stand up, move, stretch, or do yoga. It is really helping.2
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I started off Monday with a great start!
I did 68 minutes of activity. I did Leslie Sansone workout videos online. I'm also working on drinking more water. I didn't meet my goal by 250ml. I was going to try to chug it down, but I didn't want to be getting up at night to keep going to bathroom. Trust me, I learned that the hard way!
Great Monday workout, @Toyota100! Water is something that has to be balanced, isn’t it?2 -
MessyApron wrote: »I didn't post yesterday, but I *did* move it on Monday! I did my full weight lifting routine, and I worked my muscles well judging by how sore they are today.
Welcome back, @MessyApron! You got in quite the workout!1 -
littlebear0121 wrote: »Yesterday I did two rowing workouts, totalling 30 minutes.
Great job, @littlebear0121!1 -
I put an hourly reminder on my work calendar to stand up, move, stretch, or do yoga. It is really helping.
I’m so glad to hear that you did this, @mepeiffer, and I’m glad to hear that it’s helping!
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for January 21: 2 miles & extra workouts found on line, & 1 Mix & Match Walk Blasters (Flexibility Walk) (75 minutes total)
I decided to just do my usual Leslie Sansone Walk at Home walking exercises. But to celebrate this new challenge I looked for some different workouts in WAH's New Year's challenge :laugh:
Loved reading all the posts
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Jan 21. Went over my 10K step goal and reached 13, 6177
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I have a great start to this week. Reached my 10k step goal and will strength train again tomorrow. I remember when I used to struggle to reach 10,000 steps.7
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And here's our Week 2 Challenge. This Monday, let's look for ways to work in a little more activity throughout our day!
10 Small Steps Lead to Big Changes this Monday
Does your schedule ever feel too packed for a 30-minute session of exercise? There are a million things to do every day, and sometimes it feels impossible to get it all done. This Monday, learn how short bursts of physical activity throughout the day can add up to make a big difference, like a stronger heart and lower blood pressure.
Small increases in physical activity can positively impact your health and be accomplished by making minor lifestyle changes. Studies reveal short sessions throughout the day are beneficial because every minute counts. Another study found 5 to 10-minute bouts of physical activity, even accounting for one to two-minute breaks in between, can help add up to your weekly recommended amount of physical activity.
For example, if you do a short yoga routine in the morning, climb the stairs instead of taking the elevator, and walk on your lunch break, you can have a complete workout for the day.
Here are 10 ideas for short bursts of physical activity for low to moderate fitness levels:- Organize a #MondayMile! Plant to walk a mile with friends or co-workers, this will turn exercise into a fun, social activity.
- Stretch regularly. Being flexible can help you enjoy more of life, too!
- Do a quick chair yoga routine at your desk.
- Do a few wall squats during your work break.
- Walk in place using the back of a stationary chair.
- Drink water regularly and get up for refills.
- Park in the back of the lot to add steps to your destination.
- If you take a train or a bus, exit one or two stops before your destination to fit in a walk.
- Take the stairs instead of the elevator. It’s true, exercise can be that simple.
- Do some easy and fun core strength exercises in a chair.
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Original post: https://www.moveitmonday.org/small-steps-lead-big-changes-monday/
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We are in the middle of a snowstorm today, so there won't be any outdoor walks (-20 degrees, 35 mph winds and over 12 inches of snow expected). There is only one other person who made it into the office today besides me, so we will be going home soon. I plan to take some stairs breaks today since I don't have a large house for doing laps, and maybe do a Leslie Sansone DVD, or a Body Groove dance video. 2
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So glad to get the e-mail reminder, this had completely slipped my mind. I was distracted all weekend and needed this reminder to get back on plan. It is very wintery and cold here today so I will have to keep moving indoors.2
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Great job Moving this Monday despite the wintry weather, @PackerFanInGB and @allmannerofthings! And I'm very happy the Move It Monday newsletter was a good reminder for you this morning. I think the newsletter is a terrific reminder!0
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20 minutes on my treadmill this morning. I'm glad I have my treadmill but I'm looking forward to walking outdoors again when it isn't snowy and icy.
And in the spirit of today's challenge, I'm making a point to get up and move every 30 minutes. Small changes DO add up!1
