Staying on Track

Shape-Up-pers!

You guys did an amazing job your first week of the challenge! Those of you who train with me on a regular basis or attend my classes were probably anticipating the workout, while others of you may have been a bit surprised by the intensity?? Remember, do what you can - I'll never fault you if you give it your best shot!

Each week, I'll give you a new set of daily challenges as well as an overall nutrition challenge. I'll post more about the nutrition challenge tomorrow.

DAILY FITNESS CHALLENGES

These challenges can be completed all at once, or divided up throughout the day. For example, if the challenge is 100 pushups, you can do 100 at once, or 50 in the morning and 50 in the evening, or 10 every hour for 10 hours...etc etc etc :)

These challenges are not meant to replace your exercise, rather, I want you to complete them  in addition to your normal routine.

MONDAY: Time yourself either on the treadmill or outside for your time either walking, jogging, or a combination of both for 1 mile.

TUESDAY: 5 minutes of plank (can be divided up, remember!)

WEDNESDAY: Time yourself for the same mile,  but try to beat your time by 1 minute.

THURSDAY: 5 minute wall sit (back against wall, knees at 90 degree angle and HOLD!)

FRIDAY: Time yourself again and at least match your time from Wednesday

SATURDAY: Walk or jog an extra 20 minutes outside (weather permitting)

SUNDAY: Try these stretches: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/stretching/SM00043&slide=4

Please comment with how you're doing with the challenges - what are your strengths, weaknesses, what motivates you to complete them?? Your responses will for sure inspire others!!

Have a happy and healthy week!

Rachel