A shiny-new year calls for a shiny new workout program.

This beginner fitness plan will motivate you to move with joy this year.

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Today, were kicking off Well+Goods annual Renew Year Movement Plan with a bang.

woman sweating in the gym

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You know how a snowball picks up speed and momentum as it rolls down a mountain?

Thats going to be you this January.

Well start this week off by teaching you the basics of some movement patterns like running andbodyweight workouts.

Woman walking on a treadmill at the gym.

(Dont worry, well bescheduling plenty of recovery timein between tougher sweat sessions to recharge those muscles.)

That time is foryou.Pick movement thats joyful.

Were beginning with a 20-minute walk or recovery run to pick up your heart rate.

Full body female athlete in sportswear using rowing machine during fitness workout in gym.

Dont sweat this one too much!

It has everything to do with strengthening the area from your shoulders to your stomach from a 360-degree approach.

Dont forget to take some time to stretch once youve run out the clock on this video.

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Along the way, youll learn a few tips that will help you go the distance.

Plus, youll be reaping some of theawesome cardiovascular benefits of running.

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When you repeat it, you get to feel more confident because ofmuscle memory.

Healthy female training in the gym, performing a hip thrust.

This yoga class will help you stretch and strengthen your body while gently introducing you to mindfulness.

Day 6: Choose your own movement (15-30 minutes)

Today is about you.

Choose whatever movement is going to give you joy.

A young black woman doing post-run stretches in the park on the road amidst green grass and trees.

Day 7: Try restorative activities (10-20 minutes)

Time to reboot.

(Just see to it your phone is elsewhere so that it doesnt distract you.)

Twenty minutes may turn into an hour or moreand thats great.

Looking to hit refresh on your healthy habits this January?

Check out our full 2022 ReNew Year programfor expert-led plans for sustainable eating, exercise, and self-care routines.

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