Going back to school can be a super busy time, but it’s also a great time to re-evaluate your schedule and work in some healthy habits from the start, which is where this back to school workout routine comes in.
While your school experience may be a bit up in the air this semester, there’s no question your schedule will change. Whether you’re a teacher, student, or even a parent, going back to school is a schedule adjustment for all of the above.
How to Use this Workout Routine
With this workout routine, I wanted to aim for something simple, that wouldn’t require a huge time investment or any equipment. With the first few weeks of any new routine, it’s more-so important to establish healthy habits, and gain excitement for more to come.
That’s exactly what you’ll find in this routine - simple 5, 10, 15, 20-minute workouts you can add into your day as you find the time. Some will require a little more energy, while others will just be a relaxing time to stretch, which we all need in our lives.
I encourage you to use this workout routine as a suggestion. At the end of the day it’s up to you on any given day to listen to your body, cue into your stress levels, and decide what you need. As your guide, I’m here to tell you - even if you aren’t in the mood to exercise - some light form of movement is usually always a good idea, even when you’re stressed.
Example Schedule
Once again, this schedule is a suggestion for how you can use these workouts throughout your week. By all means, adapt this schedule to your needs! I don’t know your class schedule, I don’t know which days are harder for you, so do what’s best for you.
Week One |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
Sunday |
REST |
Week Two |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
Sunday |
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REST |
Week 1
| Monday | 10 Minute Dynamic Stretching Morning Routine |
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| Tuesday | 20 Minute No Repeat Full Body Workout |
| Wednesday | 9 Exercises for Tight Muscles Mobility Routine |
| Thursday | 5 Minute Study Break Workout |
| Friday | 10 Minute Essential Stretch |
| Saturday | Lower Body Leg Finisher |
| Sunday | Rest & Recovery Day! |
Week 2
| Monday | 20 Minute No Repeat Full Body Workout |
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| Tuesday | 10 Minute At Home Full Body Stretch |
| Wednesday | Home Core Workout for Beginners |
| Thursday | 9 Exercises for Tight Muscles Mobility Routine |
| Friday | 15 Minute Lower Body Finisher |
| Saturday | 10 Minute Dynamic Stretching Morning Routine |
| Sunday | Rest & Recovery Day! |
And that’s it! Literally all of your workouts, here in one place. Super simple to use.
Bonus: Daily Cardio
I’m going to make a quick suggestion - if you do have the time, add in some cardio. It doesn’t have to be hard, and you don’t even need the campus gym or anything like that. Just go for a walk! If you are a student on campus, maybe you’re walking all around campus to your classes - great! That’s literally perfect. If not, take a break in your studies, go outside, get some fresh air, move your legs - it’s so great for the body and mind! I recommend 30 minutes, at least 5 days each week.
What’s Next?
The hope is that once you’ve finished this 2-week routine, you’ll have established some healthy habits for regular movement in your schedule. I hope at this point you’re feeling excited to add more exercise into your day! If so, check out some of our other workout routines such as: Two-Week Summer Workout Bootcamp, 4 Week Strong & Toned for Summer Workout Program, Workout Plan for the New Year which will be a great way to take that next step.
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