By Kate G.

After following a rigid training schedule for a few months in preparation for a big race–like the half marathon I just completed–I need a new routine. I feel strong and accomplished, but also a little burned out. My solution is what I like to call “30 Days of Movement.”

I completed 28 days of a similar challenge in the late spring after I finished another long-distance race, and it felt great.

The idea is to move your body for at least 20-30 minutes every day for about a month. That can mean 20 minutes of gentle yoga before bed, or a 10 mile run. It can mean a Jillian Michaels workout DVD, or a walk at lunchtime. Go for a swim. Lift weights while you watch evening TV. Be flexible and have fun shaking up the usual routine.

Since my race, I’ve completed 8 days in a row of my personal challege:

Day 1: 40 minutes of a Sean Corne Vinyasa Yoga DVD

Day 2: Level 2 of Jillian Michaels’ 30 Day Shred DVD

Day 3: Brisk 40 minute walk at lunchtime

Day 4: Gym workout, including 3 mile run, 10 minutes of biking, and weight lifting

Day 5: 30 minutes of yoga

Day 6: Level 1 of Jillian Michaels’ 30 Day Shred DVD

Day 7: 40 minutes of Exhale Yoga DVD

Day 8: 5 mile run pushing jogging stroller

 

I think this can be a great approach to exercise for the Holiday season–just get a little something in every day. Anyone with me?

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