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\u2018Getting fit\u2019 can feel overwhelming, yet there are lots of options for adding activity into your life (and they don\u2019t have to include a gym membership or running shoes). Let Slimming World\u2019s Body Magic programme<\/a> take you on a fully supported journey to increase your activity at the right pace for you, unlocking amazing health benefits with every step.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you join Slimming World<\/a>, you\u2019ll get all the help you need to achieve your personal activity goals \u2013 whether you\u2019re a complete beginner or already up and running (or cycling, or swimming…). We\u2019ll support you to find an activity you enjoy, that suits your fitness level and fits seamlessly into your lifestyle \u2013 helping you to make new active habits that you’ll want to maintain in the long-term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These four fun challenges make it easy to up your activity \u2013 almost without noticing!  <\/p>\n\n\n

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1. The \u2018switch it up\u2019 challenge <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is an easy way to make an instant change \u2013 you take something you\u2019re already doing, and level it up! Say you have a 10-minute walk to work. Could you make it a little longer by adding a scenic detour through the park? If you walk the kids to school, you could go in trainers and power-walk or jog home. Or maybe it fits your day better to hop off the bus a stop early, take the stairs instead of the lift at work, or put your favourite tunes to add some va-va-voom to your vacuuming \u2013 any activity counts! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Max your motivation: Each week, set yourself a goal to switch up one daily task or journey. Then, after seven days, add in another activity upgrade.    <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: 5 secrets to enjoying exercise<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Slimming World member Sam took her workout outside for a sunny change of scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. The \u2018just a bit more\u2019 challenge  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Making progress is as simple as 1, 2, 3! Do something once today, twice tomorrow, three times on the third day… and keep on going. You could focus on a single exercise like a squat, count the seconds as you hold a stretch or walk to one lamp post today and two tomorrow \u2013 whatever works for you.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Max your motivation: Setting an ongoing goal, such as aiming to hit 10, 21 or 30 active days, will give you a great sense of achievement. Slimming World members can easily keep track of their activity in our app. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: “How can I find the energy to get active?”<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. The \u2018do something new\u2019 challenge <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You know that thing you keep saying you\u2019ll try one day? Make today the day! If you\u2019ve been wondering why your friend can\u2019t live without their weekly Zumba, bounce fitness or aqua aerobics workout, challenge yourself to give it a go. Many places offer a free or reduced-price taster session, and who knows, you might find you love it as much as they do. Slimming World member Aimee shown in the main image above, gave kayaking a go to mix up her movement..    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Max your motivation: If nothing springs to mind, check the noticeboards at your nearby leisure or community centre or church hall, or scan your local Facebook page for free walking groups. If you\u2019re a Slimming World member, you\u2019ll get loads of activity ideas in your group or our online Community (and they\u2019re fantastic places to find fitness buddies, too).   <\/strong>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: “We’ve achieved things we never imagined possible.”<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Amie enjoyed her first time at a trampoline park (great for a rainy day). She says; “At Slimming World, when we talk about activity it doesn’t have to mean the gym or a run. It can be fun things with the kids, dancing in the kitchen and even cleaning your house.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. The \u2018go for Gold\u2019 challenge  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Work your way through the Bronze, Silver and Gold awards of our Body Magic activity programme and, in as little as 12 weeks, you could completely overcome any emotional blockers and practical stoppers to exercise, improve your health and self-esteem and<\/em> make activity a habit that you\u2019ll want to keep up. All gain, no pain!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Max your motivation: Slimming World members get exclusive access to our activity videos<\/a>. Lasting from five to 30 minutes, they fit into even the busiest schedule \u2013 plus they\u2019re perfect for dark evenings and rainy days.         <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: How to overcome your activity stoppers   <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you join Slimming World you\u2019ll unlock our full get-fit tool kit, which includes: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n