Olympic-Inspired Challenge: Small Steps, Big Spirit
Explore movement your way — with curiosity, play, and everyday wins.
With the excitement of the upcoming Olympics, it's the perfect moment to tap into the themes that make the Games so inspiring: practice, persistence, and the power of showing up. But unlike Olympians, you don’t need a training schedule, fancy equipment, or hours of dedication.
This challenge is all about small steps, fun prompts, and celebrating what your body can do — at your pace, on your terms.
Throughout February, use this gentle challenge as a way to spark fresh energy, try new things, and build confidence in simple, doable ways.
An Olympic Inspired Challenge
Olympians remind us of something important: greatness isn’t built in a day. It grows from tiny choices repeated over time — moments of courage, play, and patience.
This month’s challenge helps you embrace that mindset by focusing on:
- Balance — finding steadiness in body and mind
- Mobility — moving comfortably through your day
- Newness — trying things that spark curiosity
- Confidence — noticing the wins you might normally overlook
Week 1: Balance & Stability
Balance is foundational in nearly every sport — but it’s equally important in everyday life. These quick drills help you tune into your center.
Try this simple routine:
- Single Leg Stand — 20 seconds per side
- Heel to Toe Walk — 10 slow steps
- Standing March — 30 seconds
- Side Steps with Gentle Reach — 10 per side
Week 2: Mobility & Flow
Mobility is your body’s ability to move with ease — bending, twisting, reaching, turning. This week borrows from yoga, stretch, and mind body formats to help you loosen up winter stiffness.
Try this simple routine:
- Cat Cow — 10 slow reps
- Torso Twists — 10 per side
- Hip Circles — 8 each direction
- Overhead Reach + Side Bend — 6 per side
Focus on smooth, comfortable movement. If something feels tight, pause and breathe into it.
Week 3: Try Something New
Olympians spend years mastering their skills — but they all started by simply trying something for the first time. This week encourages you to play and experiment.
Pick one “new” to try:
- A new group exercise format
- A different instructor than usual
- A new warm up movement
- A stretch you’ve never tried
- A new skill (rowing form, balance drill, gentle strength move)
New experiences activate both mind and body.
Week 4: Confidence Building Wins
Olympians don’t just celebrate medals — they celebrate progress, consistency, teamwork, and personal bests. This week is about noticing your own wins, no matter how small.
Complete this simple reflection:
- One thing my body did well this week:
- One movement that surprised me:
- One moment I felt proud of:
- One thing I want to keep going next month
Or try a confidence building movement combo:
- Wall Sit — 20–30 seconds
- Sit to Stand — 10 reps
- Supported Plank or Elevated Plank — 15–20 seconds
Join In Your Own Way
No timers.
No competition.
No pressure.
Just simple prompts designed to help you:
- move a little more,
- feel a little better
- reconnect with your body
- enjoy the spirit of the season.
Try one week, or try them all — and celebrate every step.