28-Day January Jump Start Challenge

by | Feb 10, 2020 | 84 comments

Start the New Year off STRONG with us — Join Our 28 Day January Jump Start!

Our mission for this challenge? Consistency and clarity! There’s no need to beat yourself up for “holiday eating” or to try to fit in a year’s worth of workout efforts into one month! We want to help you get back into the habit of regular exercise (or recharge your existing program!) without making things overly complicated or extreme.

The number one key to seeing (and keeping!) results is CONSISTENCY! 

We want you to keep your routine clear and simple so that it’s easy for you to stick with a hassle-free plan not only for this month but all year long. Our main goal is to help you find ways to fit in (and, hopefully, enjoy) exercise 365 days a year, not just during the resolution season. 

If that sounds good to you, we’d love to have you join us for this 28-day jump-start plan! You can follow along using just our FREE YouTube vids (thanks for remembering to SUBSCRIBE to our channel!) and/or with our DVD/digital programs, whatever fits your needs and preferences best. We’ve made suggestions for both, so please feel free to mix and match as you see fit.

And, in addition to your daily “workout,” don’t forget your daily dose of Vitamin W — WALKING!

Goal: Aim for 10,000 steps (or more) daily 

If you are starting out well below this number, please add in more steps gradually so you don’t overdo it! 

Already at 10K a day? Feel free to increase your steps and/or work on maintaining your daily goal!

Choose from a variety of our FREE 1-Mile Walk n Talk sessions or Walking Workouts here on our YouTube channel, and/or use some of our DVD/digital walks [all of our mileage DVDs make it easy to fit in your steps – 10,000 is the rough equivalent to 5 miles!] to reach your daily goal.

WHY Walk? Extra walking increases your daily activity level (which equates to less health-damaging sitting!) without you having to ‘exercise’ more. And, some research shows, it may help you manage stress and anxiety better. One study found that participants who walked 10,000 steps a day had lower levels of anxiety, depression, anger, fatigue, confusion and total mood distress scores.



QUESTIONS?

How do I make the plan work for me? [ie. What if a workout is too easy or too hard, too short or too long, for my current needs?]

We know that not every workout works for every body. The great news is we have a huge library of workout options available (which can sometimes make it hard to decide what to do!) that offer options to simplify or advance the moves, but the daily recommended workout is just that — a recommendation. Because we’re all working at different levels of fitness with various needs and preferences, we want you to ultimately decide what works best for you!  You can follow our weekly suggested schedules as a loose guide and sub in any of your favorite YouTube videos, DVD or digital workout programs. 

Too hard? If you are new to exercise or starting back up after a long hiatus, remember to listen to your body and go at your own pace. You may want to sub in one of our more beginner friendly routines any day you find the recommended one a bit too much. Prefer no floor work? Feel free to choose from our virtually floor work free “Walk On” series options [we also have a lot of floor work free or standing only YouTube video options as well]. Remember that little changes can make a big difference, so even you need to begin with a 10-15 minute session each day [our 1-Mile Walk and Talk sessions can be a great option!] and build from there, stay focused on doing the best you can with what you have!

Too easy? If you have been keeping up with your workouts and going strong all holiday season long, feel free to amp things up by using our advanced modification options, increasing your weights during strength training, or, even adding on additional workout time if that feels right for you. And, please keep in mind that there are several days a week that purposely have you training in your endurance zone, a more moderate intensity that, while it may feel ‘easier,’ still offers big health benefits.

What if I miss a day (or week)?

No big deal! Simply pick up where you left off — there’s no need to start over or feel guilty for not adhering exactly to the schedule [this is NOT an all or nothing program!]. Stay flexible and get back at it as soon as you can. Please remember consistency is key, and our motto is SOMETHING IS ALWAYS BETTER THAN NOTHING, so just do the best you can with what you have, every day. It’s the little daily steps that add up to big lasting results.

The bottom line is that we are all about you making this plan work for YOU, without a lot of muss or fuss!


What’s next after these 28 days are over?

You may want to join us for one of our complete programs, try our updated master rotation calendars, or join us for our February Fusion Plan next!

You. Got. This!

What do I need to do to participate?

All you need to do is follow along with our suggested schedules (making adjustments as needed, of course). We also recommend inviting a friend (or two) to join you and/or checking in with the rest of our community so that we can all help cheer each other on and offer support along the way! Feel free to check in with us and the rest of our community on social media (be sure to tag @JESSICASMITHV) — we’re all in this together!

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Finally, let’s remember that the New Year isn’t about losing 10 pounds in one month, or trying to undo a year’s worth of unhealthy habits overnight — if we can resolve to make this year one that is dedicated to your health and well-being, there’s no need to worry about what the scale says (after all, it can’t tell you how fit or healthy you are!).
 
Let’s make this your healthiest, happiest year yet!


 

Here Is Your 28-Day January Jump Start Plan!

Your suggested weekly workout line up for the month is outlined for you below (feel free to start your week off with Sunday or Monday as Day 1 – whatever works best for you).

And, community member Jennifer S. made the below plan into a four-week Jump Start calendar for us! (Click here to download the printable pdf). Big thanks to Jennifer for creating this additional tool to help you track your sessions 🙂

[Rotation last updated January 2021. Please note the printable calendar does not reflect the new updated suggestions but they can easily be adjusted on your calendar if you desire.]

WEEK ONE 

DAY 1: STRENGTH 
YouTube: 35-Minute Straight Up Strength Training AND/OR
DVD: 40-Minute Strictly Strength [from our “Walk On: Get Strong!” DVD]


DAY 2: CARDIO + STRETCH 
YouTube: HIIT for Beginners: Kickboxing Interval Training
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Cardio Hit! [from “Walk Strong 3”]

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 18-Minute Full Body Stretching
AND/OR
DVD: 22-Minute Standing [Against the Wall] Stretch [from our NEW “Simply Stretch” DVD] OR 17-Minute Total Stretch [from our “Total Stretch” DVD]


DAY 3: STRENGTH 
YouTube: 30-Minute Total Body Strength Training
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Total Body Training [from “Walk Strong 1”]


DAY 4: CARDIO + STRETCH 
YouTube: 30-Minute Feel Good Fusion
AND/OR
DVD: 35-Minute Flow Cardio [from our “Feel Good Fusion” DVD]

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 20-Minute Dynamic Stretch
AND/OR
DVD: 25-Minute Floor Stretch [from our NEW “Simply Stretch” DVD] OR 33-Minute Dynamic Stretch [from our “Total Stretch” DVD]


DAY 5: STRENGTH
YouTube: 28-Minute Ballet Body Barre
AND/OR
DVD: 20-Minute Barre Burn [from our “Barre Fitness” DVD]


[Optional] DAY 6: CARDIO + STRETCH
YouTube: HIIT for Beginners: Walking Interval Cardio Workout, Low Impact
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Low Impact HIIT [from our “Walk On: 21 Day” Plan]

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 18-Minute Simple, Total Body Stretch
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Standing Series [from our NEW “Gentle Yoga Plus Pilates” DVD] OR 30-Minute Stride, Stretch & Relax [from our “Walk On: 21 Day” Plan]


DAY 7: ACTIVE REST DAY
Do something you enjoy that keeps you moving but that doesn’t feel like ‘exercise!’ Play an outdoor sport with family, volunteer to help at a local shelter, go for a hike with a friend, etc.

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 15-Minute Stretch Out Stress
AND/OR
DVD: 15-Minute Yoga for Stress Relief and Relaxation [from our “Yoga Fusion Fix” DVD]



WEEK TWO

DAY 8: STRENGTH 
YouTube: 30-Minute Steppin’ Strength

AND/OR
DVD: 45-Minute Stepping Strength [from our “Walk On: Get Strong!” DVD]


DAY 9: CARDIO + STRETCH 
YouTube: 30-Minute Steady State Cardio
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Steady, Ready, Go! [from our “Walk Strong: Burn Fat & Have Fun!” DVD]

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 25-Minute Total Body Stretch
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Floor Flow [from our NEW “Gentle Yoga Plus Pilates” DVD] OR 30-Minute Deep Stretch [from our “Total Stretch” DVD]


DAY 10: STRENGTH 
YouTube: 20-Minute Barefoot Fusion Sculpt
OR
DVD: 47-Minute Fusion Strength [from our “Feel Good Fusion” DVD]


DAY 11: CARDIO + STRETCH 
YouTube: 30-Minute Interval Cardio + Core
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Interval Mix [from “Walk Strong 1”]

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 15-Minute Short and Sweet Stretch
AND/OR
DVD: 20-Minute Flow 3: Hips and Knees [from our “Gentle Yoga” DVD]


DAY 12: STRENGTH
YouTube: 35-Minute Cardio Strength Step Circuit
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Metabolic Conditioning [from Walk Strong 3”]


[Optional] DAY 13: CARDIO + STRETCH
YouTube: 30-Minute Stride and Step
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Cardio Step Jam [from Walk Strong 3”]

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 30-Minute Yoga Stretch
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Session 1: Flexibility and Relaxation [from our “Gentle Yoga Stretch” DVD]


DAY 14: ACTIVE REST DAY
Do something you enjoy that keeps you moving but that doesn’t feel like ‘exercise!’ Play an outdoor sport with family, volunteer to help at a local shelter, go for a hike with a friend, etc.

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 12-Minute Under the Weather Routine
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Yoga for Back Pain Prevention [from our “Gentle Yoga for Back Pain and Prevention” DVD]

 

 

WEEK THREE

DAY 15: STRENGTH 
YouTube: 15-Minute Cardio + Strength Circuit + 15-Minute Total Body Strength
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Cardio Interval Sculpt [from Walk Strong 3”]



DAY 16: CARDIO + STRETCH 
YouTube: 20-Minute HIIT for Beginners: Cardio Intervals
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Boogie I.T. [from “Walk Strong 3”]

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 8-Minute Total Body Towel Stretch
AND/OR
DVD: 5-Minute Post Workout Stretch [from our NEW “Simply Stretch” DVD] OR 20-Minute Yoga for Balance and Core Strength [from our “Yoga Fusion Fix” DVD]


DAY 17: STRENGTH 
YouTube: 25-Minute Total Body Toned
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Circuit 3: Total Focus [from our “Walk Strong: Boost Metabolism + Muscle” DVD]


DAY 18: CARDIO + STRETCH 
YouTube: 30-Minute Power Interval Walk
AND/OR
DVD: 3-Mile Flat Abs Power Walk [from our “Walk On: Walk Off Belly Fat” DVD]

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 20-Minute Recovery Day Routine
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Session 2: Stability and Mobility [from our “Gentle Yoga Stretch” DVD]


DAY 19: STRENGTH
YouTube: 30-Minute ‘Knee Friendly’ Total Body Barre Workout
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Barefoot Fusion Sculpt [from “Walk Strong 1”]



[Optional] DAY 20: CARDIO + STRETCH
YouTube: 30-Minute Cardio Core Fusion Flow
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Core Control [from our “Walk Strong: Build Balance + Inner Strength” DVD]

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 18-Minute Total Body Stress Relieving Dynamic Stretch
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Yoga for Strength and Flexibility [from our “Yoga Fusion Fix” DVD]


DAY 21: ACTIVE REST DAY
Do something you enjoy that keeps you moving but that doesn’t feel like ‘exercise!’ Play an outdoor sport with family, volunteer to help at a local shelter, go for a hike with a friend, etc.

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 30-Minute Stretch, Rest & Relax
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute PM Relaxing Flow [from our “Yoga Stretch for Beginners and Beyond” DVD]

 

 

WEEK FOUR

DAY 22: STRENGTH 
YouTube: 30-Minute Total Body Sculpt
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Total Body [from Walk Strong 3”]


DAY 23: CARDIO + STRETCH 
YouTube: Pick Your 4 Favorite Miles from our Playlist Here*
AND/OR
DVD: Walk On: 4-Mile Power Walk* [full program, if time permits]
*count these miles towards your step count for today!
Bonus Add-On: 

YouTube: 10-Minute Seated Chair Stretch
AND/OR
DVD: 11-Minute Chair Stretch [from our NEW “Simply Stretch” DVD] OR 20-Minute Chair Stretch Routine [from our “Walk On: 30 Day Plan”]

DAY 24: STRENGTH 
YouTube: 15-Minute Upper Body Burn + 15-Minute Lower Body Blast
/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Upper Body + 30-Minute Lower Body [from Walk Strong 3”]


DAY 25: CARDIO + STRETCH 
YouTube: 30-Minute Cardio Ball Blast
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Have a Ball! [from “Walk Strong: Burn Fat + Have Fun!” DVD]

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 30-Minute Strength in Stillness
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Yoga Strength + Stretch [from “Walk Strong 3”]


DAY 26: STRENGTH
YouTube: 36-Minute Stride and Strength
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Tred and Shed [from our “Walk On: 21 Day” Plan]


[Optional] DAY 27: CARDIO + STRETCH
YouTube: 30-Minute Kickboxing Cardio Abs
AND/OR
DVD: 28-Minute Cardio Abs + Bonus 4-Minute Tabata [from our “Cardio Abs” DVD]

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 15-Minute Foam Roller Routine
AND/OR
DVD: 30-Minute Prehab Routine [from “Walk Strong 1”]


DAY 28: ACTIVE REST DAY
Do something you enjoy that keeps you moving but that doesn’t feel like ‘exercise!’ Play an outdoor sport with family, volunteer to help at a local shelter, go for a hike with a friend, etc.

Bonus Add-On: 
YouTube: 12-Minute Better Posture Workout
AND/OR
DVD: The Strong Feet + Ankles Workout + Strong Knees + Hips Routine [from our “Walk On: 5 Fat Burning Miles” DVD]

 

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84 Comments

  1. Maria

    I love, love, love these jumpstart rotations. It is me time. Thank you so much. Almost done and ready for February fusion next!

    Reply
    • Jessica Smith

      Yay! We are excited to join you for February Fusion next 🙂 Please keep up the great work you are doing taking care of your body and your health.

      Reply
  2. Robyn

    As difficult as 2020 was for everyone, there were some bright spots. I started working out with you during the 2019 holiday season, after a (eh hem) “workout sabbatical.” So I started with just 10 minute and beginner routines. I then started trying out your rotations beginning with the February Fusion. I haven’t looked back! I can honestly say 2020 was the first full year where I consistently worked out. There were two separate weeks where I fell off because I was sick, and a handful of times where I traded the rotation recommendation for a shorter 10 minute workout….I was feeling lazy, but I kept going! I just finished the January Jump Start (loved it) and am coming full circle back to February Fusion. Thank you for providing workouts that are motivating, challenging, fun, diverse, realistic, and non-judgmental!

    Reply
    • Jessica Smith

      Way to go Robyn! Congrats to you on all of your hard work and dedication. We would love to join you for another round of February fusion in celebration of all of your accomplishments! Please keep up the amazing work you are doing taking care of your body and your health.

      Reply
  3. Kristen

    I have been working out with you for YEARS but this is the first challenge or rotation I have followed. I am beyond impressed and really enjoying it. Thank you!!!

    Reply
    • Jessica Smith

      Yay! So happy to have you join us for a rotation! Thanks for being a part of our community. We’re so glad you are here. 🙂

      Reply
      • Bindu

        Hi Jessica
        I have been following your workouts for some time
        They are truly efficient and I would say the big bonus your positive attitude.
        Thanks 🙏

        Reply
  4. Christine

    Hey just asking…I love this routine but what has changed? Likes like the 2020 version and 2019 and 2021 are all the same?

    Reply
    • Jessica Smith

      Hi Christine! We just updated the rotation to include suggestions on where you might want to add in sessions from our newest releases, our “Gentle Yoga Plus Pilates” and “Simply Stretch” programs. Everything else is the same 🙂 Hope that helps to clarify and that we’ll be able to join you for this rotation soon!

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      • Christine Gorlin

        Yes thanks!! Already started yesterday!!! 🙂

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  5. Elizabeth

    I am planning to start this great rotation tomorrow! What a great way to start 2021.

    Reply
  6. Terri J

    Thank you! Joining in to this January JumpStart to try and get rid of my “down in the dumps” mood and to get healthier!!

    Reply
  7. Anita

    Hey Jessica and of course peanut!!!

    Sooo looking forward a new daily awesome workout – not that I got bored of the previous ones. I am a 41 year old, sport was always part of my life and Im getting older (that is happening) I have to share that your method of workouts, your words/ thoughts > my number one fave ” don’t let your mind exit the workout before your body” or sthing like that! TOP!! And taught me to enjoy the transmission. Also I experienced, if I stop doing regularly for some reason and start again to workout with you the result is coming back almost immediately – which means that the workout effecting my deepest core, muscles, posture everything. 🙂 love to “compete” with the tv (YOU) while Im with you – following all the instructions what you saying, at the right time — luv it!!!
    The body, wont forget… will remember all the good, you do with/ for it! Thank you, & happy2020!!

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  8. Amy Owens

    Hi Jessica, I had spinal fusion surgery on my cervical spine 4 months ago. I’m finding that my shoulders and neck are very weak, I’m assuming from having to wear a hard collar for 12 weeks. I was recently released with no restrictions and started your 21 day weight loss program but some of the exercises where arms are fully extended are proving to be quite difficult. Will I still benefit if I keep my arms bent or only do a little at a time?

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  9. Pam

    I need consistency, I’ve followed you for years and I’ve sadly never completed a challenge. I want to change that in 2020!!! Thank you for your workouts and selflessness to all of us! Merry Christmas and let’s make 2020 a healthy happy year!!!

    Reply
    • Jessica Smith

      You can do this Pam! Remember, there’s no need to follow the plan perfectly – if you miss a few sessions or need to make some adjustments, go for it! We want you to make it work for you so that it’s something that you can easily stick with. Thanks so much for moving with us, let’s keep going strong right into 2020 🙂

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  10. Christine O'Connor

    Jessica,

    You are a blessing. You give me structure to my day. As soon as I get from work I do whatever is listed for the day. Just completed January and so joyous to find Fusion February is ready and waiting for me. Thank you so much for taking the time to make these work outs available for those of us who don’t have the extra budget to pay for a gym or other packages. The strangest thing though I have noticed is that I realised my jaw aches when I have finished your work outs and I realised that it is because I’ve been smiling while I’ve be doing them – stange but true – thank you agsin Jessica xx

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  11. Denise Iams

    I love this month-long challenge! Thank you so much for taking the “what am I going to do today?” out of my fitness routine. So looking forward to Fusion February and maybe March on in March? Thank you! thank you! 🙂 Denise

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  12. Amy

    I just finished Day 27 of this 28 Day Challenge. Jessica, I have enjoyed this immensely, and I feel so much stronger and fit in just these 4 short weeks. What a blessing!

    I would like to continue to move forward with an organized fitness plan like the one entailed in this 28 Day Challenge. I considered just repeating this Challenge, but with heavier weights and/or increased effort, but if you have suggestions or other plans available, then I would like to condor those first.

    Thanks again for all the hard work you put into these workouts! And I love Peanut’s shenanigans, too.

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  13. Jenny

    I am loving this challenge! I really needed to get back to working out and I get bored fast, so, having a new workout every day is really keeping me motivated. I love that everything is planned out for me and all I have to do is follow the schedule. Thank you so much Jessica-you are awesome! I feel like I’m working out with a friend every day!

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  14. Cathy

    I just started with Week 1 of the January Challenge today. I just finished the 6 week Walk Strong program. I’m so excited to be starting a new challenge! I do so much better with challenges and programs. I know exactly which exercise to do and on what day. Thanks Jessica for the great programs. Love them!

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  15. Debbie kennedy

    Thank you, Jessica! I love your walk and talk on utube. I start my day with one (usually). I love your dads too!

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  16. Elaine

    Thank you Sarah, for putting together the You Tube list that’s really useful

    Reply
  17. Kelly Urban

    Are the new DVD’s for this challenge only on DVD? I prefer the digital versions as I no longer have a DVD player.

    Reply
    • Jessica Smith

      Thank you for your interest in our new programs! All of our DVDs (including our newest releases) are also available in our digital store jessicasmith.fitness
      Hope that helps! 🙂

      Reply
  18. Jackie Mc

    Really enjoying the challenge. I love the variety and choices of routines each day. It is great we get to choose a YouTube or professionally produced routine and it is so good to be able to mix and match. It has been a joy so far to wake up and do my early morning workout each day. The simplicity of Strength, Cardio (Steps) and flexibility works for me big time. Thanks Jessica! I am about half way through and am seeing as well as feeling the benefits. I might possibly repeat the rotation in February too????✅✅

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  19. Erin Vazquez

    I started working out at home in my late teens (40 years ago!) with Jane Fonda, and have followed many instructors over these decades (I even taught for a few years in the 80’s). I have to tell you that you are by far, my very favorite! You are SUCH a good instructor and motivator!! I have told everyone of my friends about you:)
    I want you to know that I love this New Year program and I thank you for all the work you do to help so many keep both body and mind fit!

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  20. Tara

    This is amazing! My friends and I started a facebook group so we could be accountable to each other. There are 16 of us doing your videos every day. Thank you so much for doing this!

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  21. Heather

    Thank you!

    Reply
  22. Betina

    I’m loving the 2019 28 Day Jumpstart! Haven’t missed a workout yet and have been adding another workout to make it 60 minutes or to complete the daily minimum of 10K steps. Thank you Jessica for being my “personal” coach!

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  23. Bonnie D

    @sarah Payne
    How do you transfer play list, to my u-tube play listing, so I don’t have to keep coming back to this location.
    Thank you-:)

    Reply
  24. Laura McCall

    Loving these workouts. Getting a little of everything! My old routine was getting stale so this is really helping a lot. I am 57 so have to modify somewhat but feeling awesome. Thank you Jessica (and Peanut!)

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  25. Lori Flook

    I’ve just completed Day 5 of the January challenge! I’m so glad I found your work-outs. They definitely keep me motivated, and I really appreciate the calendars. For me, I do best when I have a calendar/schedule to follow, and I especially appreciate your providing both YouTube videos and comparable DVD workouts! I’ve purchased many of your DVDs and love them, but don’t have them all yet so the YouTube list is wonderful. Thank you for all you do to keep us inspired to exercise and be our best! Happy New Year!

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  26. JoAnn

    This is awesome thank you. I was having trouble finding the right YouTube videos

    Reply
  27. Rose Farr

    I have a lot of your dvd programs but whoever put that utube playlist is awesome! I love all your workouts (when I’m done lol)

    Rose

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  28. Beverly Perry

    Hi: Has this started yet? I couldn’t find the date that it actually is supposed to start.

    Thank you.

    Beverly

    Reply
    • Jessica Smith

      Today is the official kick-off date, but you can start whenever you are ready 🙂

      Reply
  29. Conny

    I’ll try it out! Got to know you when I was searching for lower body workout with bad knee because of an injury and yours was favorite. Usually I spread my workouts in one day lower, next upper and then a spinning day, because my muscles need a few days to recover from soreness????.
    In your schedule the strength days are total body, I’ll see if that works for me. I would like to keep my spinning lessons too, so I will have to wave them in somewhere, any suggestions?
    I also love your fusion workouts. You see, I’ve to much to choose from????
    Thx for all your good work!

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  30. Amy Cassil

    Happy New Year! Here’s to Consistency ????????
    I was looking for motivation and then I received this email. Count me in! I started today.
    Thank you ????????

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  31. Jessica Smith

    The plan listed here is the full series including the direct links to view the videos. Feel free to start Day 1 on any day of the week 🙂

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  32. Lisa

    Is there an actual calendar version for the New Year challenge or just the list of workouts? Excited to get started! Thank you!!

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  33. Magriet

    I started today – 5 days late. I did the walk and talk video and just made it. I am overweight, unhealthy and unfit, but I am going to try to do the program even if I have to rest a bit throughout the workout or cannot do everything. Thank you for providing this service. I appreciate it.

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  34. Anne Ferguson

    Jessica, I love your workouts, I started working out July 1st 2018 – I am now approximately 191 days straight, i accidentally fell upon one of your work outs gentle knees, it helped me tremendously as I have arthritis in my joint, what has happened is because of the muscles getting stronger I am not in as much pain, I can now do most of your workouts, My question is how do I locate the videos on youtube to follow along? Thank you PS I recommend you to everyone I talk to

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    • Jessica Smith

      Hi Anne! So glad to hear you are doing so well, that’s fantastic! Please keep up the great work. All of the links for the videos are included in the schedule above, just click on the workout name and it will open for you 🙂

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  35. Gianina Rigioni

    I recently finished the Walk Strong 2.0 program, and this is the perfect plan to keep me motivated this new year. I’m from and live in Costa Rica and your workouts have kept me fit and motivated even during my 2 pregnancies. They always feel easy to do, but I keep seeing great results, and that’s why I keep coming back for more.
    Thank you Jessica, you’re a great fitness instructor and motivator.

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  36. Minya Lynch

    Perservere … that is my word for this new and exciting year. I am going to kill this challenge, take care of ME, lose this weight, and keep it off! Thank you Jessica, for always being my go to for great workouts, level headed, grounding advice and motivation. Happy New Year!!!

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  37. Donna

    I may give this January challenge a try, starting tomorrow. I will probably have to sub many of the workouts for more beginner workouts, because that is, unfortunately, where I’m at right now. I’ve already got a start on changing that, though, and consistent workouts for the next 28 days might set my workout habit in stone for the rest of the year. Thanks.

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  38. Cristal Warneke

    In regards to sign up. If we are already subscribed and receiving emails will that weeks workout come to our email or do we need to go to your web page.

    Reply
    • Jessica Smith

      Thank you for your interest in our challenge! The great news is you don’t have to sign up to participate. You can find all of the details here on our website and we’ll also be sending the upcoming week’s schedule every Saturday (starting this week) so you’ll have that friendly reminder in your inbox too.

      Reply
  39. Holly Mitchell

    Looking forward to the challenge, but I am not on any social media venues. Can I still participate? Also, do I need to sign-up *somewhere*?? for the weekly schedule in order for it to be delivered to my Inbox?

    Thank you kindly!

    Holly K. Mitchell

    Reply
    • Jessica Smith

      Thank you for your interest in our challenge! The great news is you don’t have to sign up to participate. You can find all of the details here on our website and we’ll also be sending the upcoming week’s schedule every Saturday to our email list subscribers (starting this week) so you’ll have that friendly reminder in your inbox too.

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  40. Anna Marie

    I saw this challenge on Facebook. I’m a senior and would like to try it. I did look over the first few youTube videos, and I’m already doubting I will be able to do everything for the first day of the challenge. But I will try to do what I can. Maybe someday you can come up with a senior 30 day challenge. Thank you for all the YouTube videos.

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    • Jessica Smith

      Hi Anna Marie! You may want to check out our walking based videos – we have an entire playlist on our channel and our “Walk On” video series too 🙂

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  41. Diana Ventura

    Looking forward to it! Can we get the daily workout in the our inbox?

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  42. Diana Ventura

    Is there a way to subscribe to receive the workouts in my inbox? I don’t see a sign-up. Thank you!!

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    • Jessica Smith

      You can sign up for our email list – we’re sending out each week’s schedule the Saturday before the week starts 🙂 Hope that helps!

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  43. Susan

    Looking forward to the 28 day challenge to kick-start the year. The word for this year is ‘acceptance’. Accept where I am in life and work with it; not give up or give in but realize the truth about myself and decide what I want to do from here.

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    • Jessica Smith

      Love that Susan! What a great focus for the year 🙂

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  44. Bonita Tucker

    Very organized , thanks for taking the time to do this. I definitely will do it.

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  45. Pat

    Love this. I do better with a plan. This is great!

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  46. Allison

    Hi Jessica! I’m interested in the new Get Strong DVD, but Amazon says it’s unavailable. Any idea when it will be available again? Thanks for all that you do, and happy new year!

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    • Jessica Smith

      Thanks so much for your interest in our new program Allison! We’re temporarily sold out but more are on order and we hope to have them back at Amazon ASAP 🙂

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  47. Ariana

    Thank you for making a challenge calendar again! In years past, I loved following them. Excited to get the year started with great exercise!

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  48. Sarah payne

    Mary, Her YouTube channel is amazing! You will love it ???? thank you Jessica! I needed a new challenge!

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  49. Imke

    Great! I lost 8kg last 4 months but got somehow off my regular sports routine. This will put me back on track. Greetings from one of your German fans!

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  50. Robin Vick

    This looks fabulous, Jessica! I’m in and can’t wait to get started. I’m going to do the new mile right now and start the plan next week.

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  51. Mary Kay Dubetz

    I have several of your DVDs, but have never followed you on YouTube. This will be the first time. Looking forward to getting started.

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  52. Victoria

    Thanks so much to Jessica and her team for making workouts something I look forward to doing everyday…and then I can’t wait to do it again! Keep the challenges coming!!

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  53. Nathalie Pepin

    Happy New year to you, Peanut and to your family!????????????????
    Thank you so much for a new walk and talk been waiting for a New year one! And extra bonus a challenge! Just fantastic!!????

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  54. Diane

    Happy New Year. Love your YouTube channel. Looking forward to the January challenge.

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  55. Elizabeth

    I love when you create monthly challenges! I miss them. This one looks great. I like the daily choice betweenDVD and YouTube.

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  56. Maria

    Dear Jessica,
    I have a question about walking. If I understand correctly, you recommend walking 5 miles each day in addition to these workouts, yes? So, my questions are:

    1. How does it work on a day like Day 23? Do I walk 9 miles in total?
    2. Can/should I do the walking and then one the these workouts right afterwards for one long session?

    Grateful for your answer.

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    • Jessica Smith

      Great question Maria! No need to add in extra steps on walking days — count those towards your daily total. Hope that helps clarify 🙂

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  57. Nan

    Thinking of joining you

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  58. Nan

    Think I may give this a whirl. I have already committed to SparkPeople 28 day bootcamp. But need more time

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  59. Nan

    Maybe try this out as an extra. I’ve committed to SparkPeople 28 day bootcamp.

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  60. Kim Cherry

    Happy New Year Jessica & Peanut!! Looking forward to this January jump start. I love that you build your workouts for all levels. Really enjoy working out with you, Peanut, your Mom and all the ladies in the group! Thank you for all you do for fitness!

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  61. Kat

    This was a great way to start Jan. 1, 2019! Looking forward to the challenge.
    I have knee replacement surgery coming up May 2019 and want to get in better shape and get stronger. Will let you all know how it goes!

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  62. Cperez

    Thank you for making the weekly schedule!!!

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  63. Yolie

    Happy New Year Jessica & Peanut!!! Wishing you & your family the best for 2019!! Thank you soooo much for this challenge! It’s a BIG help to have some workouts ready for us to do!’ I love it!! Thank God I have a lot of your DVD’s…but your YouTube site is awesome too!! Thanks for everything & God bless!!!❣️????????????????

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  64. Katie

    Oh how I’ve missed your Youtube lists! ????????????????Thank you and Happy New Years all!

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  65. Judy Tingley

    Hey this is great- just what I need to start the year- thank you.

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