Is the cooler weather leading to a bit of cabin fever? Fall is the perfect time to challenge yourself to stay healthy. Here are a few suggestions for fine-tuning your routine for the cooler weather months:
Group fitness challenge:
One of the biggest hurdles that people face when they’re trying to keep with a regular exercise routine is falling out of the habit of getting fit. If you’re accountable to someone beyond yourself, you may be more likely to maintain those healthy habits. Websites like ChallengeLoop allow you to set and track your own fitness goals with other people. You can even reap financial rewards for meeting or exceeding your goals. On the flip side, though, you might have to pay up if you don’t hit the mark!
Work challenge:
It can feel especially tricky to find a successful plan for regular fitness when you’re stuck in a cubicle all day. Why not get your co-workers in on your challenge by bringing the team on board to spend lunch breaks walking or jogging? Many offices even promote fitness by providing discounted gym passes or incentives for improved fitness. If your office doesn’t give you these opportunities, bring the boss in on the challenge.
Screen challenge:
It’s so easy to be your own worst fitness enemy when you have statuses to update, articles to read and shows to binge-watch. Challenge yourself to turn off those screens in the evenings for a month, or even just a week, and exercise during that time instead. Make this a challenge for the whole family and reap the benefits of good health together!
Try something new:
This challenge idea has unlimited fun potential; try something new every day for a week that will increase your overall wellness. Whether you are trying a healthy new recipe or running a new trail for the first time, this is a fun way to keep active and embrace new healthy habits.