We all love a little Santa jiggle, just not on us!
This month’s challenge will focus more on arm strength, but will still include our walks now and then. Eventually we will be doing a mile run for 30 days, so we gotta keep our bodies moving. Let’s say good-bye to the Santa bod and the chicken wings. You know what I mean. Ha.
What is The 30 Day Challenge?
December is a very busy month, so we made the workouts easier and you should be able to check them off your list right away in the morning. If you are consistent with this, it will pay off. Our last two challenges have paid off. Participants have lost weight, toned up, and felt better.
This month, each day you will be presented with a different challenge. We will include links to websites that show you how to do the specific moves. Remember this is just a guide and a place to get you started. You can do as many reps as your body allows.
We want to keep your body moving all winter, working on different areas. Arm workouts may not seem fun, but we can’t ignore the things we don’t feel like doing. If you do the same workout each day, your brain becomes lazy and it actually doesn’t benefit you much anymore. True story. Don’t believe me? Read this article. There are tons and tons of research on the subject, but this will do for now.
You will also need to drink a minimum of 60 ounces of water a day. Remember you can get this Joy water bottle if you want to measure out each day easily.
Along with working out, the weather, parties etc, it will leave you parched. Therefore, we want to make sure you are getting enough hydration. 60 ounces is just a place to start. We hope you all take it upon yourself to drink more. Side benefit, your skin will become more hydrated and look less wrinkly!
Use this daily calendar to keep track of your days. Even though we will be reminding you each day, it’s handy to have this to review.
When Does it Start?
December 1-30, 2020 (no breaks for Christmas so get up extra early to get started)
Who Can Participate?
Everyone!
Rules
- You must follow 30 Day Joy Challenge on Facebook. Every day, look for our post (it will always start with the day i.e. Day 1) and comment after you meet your daily challenge. You can comment with a check mark, emoji, picture, or anything you want. It’s an easy way to keep ourselves accountable. However, if you don’t want to comment in the post, feel free to send us a DM/PM. That’s fine too! However, we’ve found participants comments motivate the group. I know there were times I pushed myself a little more because of it.
- Tag a friend to join too. It doesn’t matter if they join or not.
- Complete each daily challenge + drink your 60 ounces of water. There is no rule on the amount of weight you need to use. Start light and work your way up. If you don’t have weights, use soup cans or water jugs.
- Get outside if you can during interval days. Let’s keep “the spread” low by getting outside. Don’t forget to think about all the things you are grateful for. Don’t spend your time thinking about negative things. This is a time to clear your mind and feel joy.
- Have fun! This is the MOST important. Getting fit and having a clearer mind are the side benefits.
Grand Prize
Set of resistance bands.
You will be entered to win if you complete each daily challenge by letting us know in the daily Facebook post or by sending us a private message.
What Are the Benefits Of A 30 Day Challenge?
- Lose weight and get in shape – watch your core and arms transform. The more you do, the quicker it will happen.
- Better mental health – reduce stress and anxiety
- Boost energy and reduce fatigue
- Better sleep – you will sleep like a baby if you walk outside
- Reduce chances of health issues – Build your immune system!
- 21 days to start a new habit, so you’ll be good to go!
- Feel and spread joy
If you want to read about our other 30 Day Challenges, click here. We raised a few hundred dollars for breast cancer research on our first challenge. Whoop, whoop!
So let’s all get going and make sure the Santa jiggle stays with our friend Santa. Here we go, ladies! Your challenge starts now.
Note: Links to Specific Moves
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Hi. What an inspirational post – thank you. My wife and I have been doing our workouts for a few months now (and have both lost over a stone in weight) but I really struggle with the plank because I’ve had lower back trouble in the past. Any tips?
That’s so great to hear! Just keeping the body moving is key. I hear you on those planks. They might be my least favorite exercise. lol Thanks so much for stopping by!