05/31/2026
💥 People who have already mastered walking every day start here. If you haven’t done the 30 day walking yet, look for the phase 1 post.
The Out of Shape to Strong Fitness Challenge Phase 2 involves both daily walking and doing some exercises.
⭐️You are not expected to start with doing every one of these exercises on the list. You can start with picking any two from this list. Make sure you get at least one exercise from the lower body section (sit to stands are a must to master sooner rather later).
You might choose to work on legs on a Monday and Arms on a Tuesday and core on a Wednesday and then repeat. Do what works for you.
I will do my best to demonstrate these exercises. If you don’t know how to do an exercise and can’t find my example, just Google it. If it looks too hard, pick a different one or look for modifications. Most all of these exercises have ways to make them easier or harder.
To succeed in this phase you have to keep yourself challenged, but don’t overdue it. It is a delicate balance.
Do not do the same exercises everyday in a row if you have soreness. Most exercises are meant to have a rest/recovery day in between, except walking.
It took us a long time to get out of shape, so you can’t get back in shape by pushing yourself beyond what your body can take or you will get injured. W want consistency, not overdoing it to get the results.
You have a big list of exercises to choose from. The best thing to do is to make a schedule out for the week or month of what exercises you are going to do on which days. It is shocking how much easier the month will be if you do this in advance.
Waking up each day with a short list of things to do makes it so much easier to get it done.
If you have physical pain trying to do any of the exercises, can you access a physical therapist to help? Do you need to check in with a doctor? Use the resources you have.
Look for resources in your community and life that will help. Do you have a YMCA or similar program that might help you keep on track? What about a friend or family member who will do it with you?
A lot of us want to see big progress quickly and we overdue it. It is so important you remain patient and consistent with this fitness change in your life. If you are at the Beginner stage and feel like it is too easy, move to the next stage. Just pay attention to how your body feels.
I am so proud of all of you who are working to improve your fitness levels so you will have a better future.
Remember, getting in a daily walk is a priority if you have to choose between them. If the weather impacts your walking, come up with a plan B for bad weather days (indoor at the mall, your home or maybe even a walking pad).
Don’t forget to check in on the page every day to hold yourself accountable and to get support!
You can do this!❤️
