{"id":2595,"date":"2025-11-03T11:09:39","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T11:09:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/slimmingworld.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=2595"},"modified":"2026-03-09T11:19:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T11:19:35","slug":"body-magic-challenge-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/body-magic-challenge-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"The Body Magic Challenge Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Being physically active can help to improve our mood and health and<\/em> support long-term weight loss success. If you\u2019re keen to get moving this month, our checklist has 25 different challenges to work through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s no right or wrong way to complete it, as long as you remember to warm up, cool down and do what feels comfortable for your level of fitness. You can repeat, skip or adjust the challenges to suit you \u2013 if they inspire you to move more, then it\u2019s a win!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Body Magic Challenge Checklist<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Set a goal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It’ll keep your motivation up throughout the month and it feels fantastic when that achievement is smashed!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Slimming World member Soph has been following our active lifestyle programme, and has the shiny certificates to prove it! Her fitness has improved so much that she’s now regularly running 5k in less than 30 minutes \u2013 an amazing achievement!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: <\/strong>Going for goals \u2013 6 tips for success<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have a pre-Christmas clean<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Now\u2019s a good time to get the house feeling fresh, and vigorous cleaning definitely makes the heart beat faster, too, so it\u2019s a brilliant Body Magic activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find a fitness friend<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pairing up with an encouraging workout partner can really increase our incentive to exercise. Perhaps there\u2019s a mate or family member who\u2019d like to tackle our challenge, too?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: <\/strong>6 reasons why Body Magic is better with a buddy<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Our member Sophie has not just one but two furry friends to keep her company on long walks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy a de-stress sesh<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Yoga is a healthy way to release tension, so roll out your mat and follow a relaxing YouTube session!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Slimming World member Lian enjoyed her yoga surrounded by nature and found it to be an extra-calming experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: <\/strong>Our beginner\u2019s guide to yoga<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover a new favourite walk<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Walking is one of the simplest (and best!) forms of exercise. It\u2019s free, you don\u2019t need any special kit and many of us can do it straight from our front door.<\/p>\n\n\n

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More on the blog: Our Walk the World challenge<\/a> is a great way to boost your step-count and your motivation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start Couch to 5K<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many of our members love this programme, which takes you from walking to running in just nine weeks \u2013 although there\u2019s nothing to stop you from repeating a week until you feel ready for the next stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Count your steps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Stairs are a great place to exercise, because walking up and down them blasts calories and tones your legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set yourself a target number of steps to complete (it can be helpful to break it down by week\/day\/session) \u2013 then turn on the tunes and get climbing! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: <\/strong>Read about Jenny\u2019s unusual step challenge<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go for a wet-weather wander<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sunshine is far from guaranteed in winter, but as the saying goes… there\u2019s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing. Challenge yourself to brave the elements on a refreshing rainy march \u2013 just don\u2019t forget your waterproofs!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Grey skies didn’t stop our member, Tim, from going on a riverside run to celebrate achieving his two stone weight loss award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dust off your bike helmet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cycling can improve your health, reduce stress and make you feel energised. If you have a bike, check out cycle routes near you and explore somewhere new on wheels.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Ann-Marie rides with a cycling club to keep herself motivated \u2013 and you can find one near you<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: <\/strong>Cycling fit tips<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Sort your backyard <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Is your garden looking a little unloved? Just raking the fallen leaves and having a general tidy-up, like Naomi, can make a big difference and will get your outdoor space ready for some proper sprucing.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Get your game on<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are lots of activity games and add-ons available for PlayStation, Xbox, Wii and Nintendo Switch, from dance-themed ones to fitness boxing and virtual circuits. You can even compete against your friends online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make the ad breaks count<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can fit a lot of sit-ups, squats or press-ups into three minutes! Or try star jumps, skipping or running on the spot for a quick cardio boost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give NHS Stretch and Flex a go<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This programme<\/a> offers three sessions of equipment-free exercises a week for five weeks. There\u2019s nothing to stop you from taking as long as you need, though, or from picking and choosing which videos you want to work out to.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Try a Slimming World walking podcast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our exclusive guided audio walks<\/a> are here to help members walk their way to better health and fitness \u2013 and have fun while you do it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have a kitchen disco<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Even if it\u2019s a party for one, cranking up the music and getting your groove on is a sure-fire way to raise spirits and<\/em> heart rates! Try our fun disco-based workout here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore a local park <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Spending time outdoors has been shown to improve our mental wellbeing, and nature reserves or local parks are excellent places to start. You can find somewhere new near you here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Discovering the wellbeing benefits of walking was a game-changer for Sara \u2013 and now she loves a frosty stroll with her dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do a legs, bums and tums<\/strong> workout<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our collection of 90 home workouts will help you reap the rewards of moving more \u2013 and they\u2019re free with a Slimming World membership. We’ve unlocked a classic workout,<\/a> for you to try at home.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Build your strength <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The benefits of strength building go way beyond toned arms and a perkier bum. Here are just a few:<\/p>\n\n\n\n