MOVEMENT ADVENT 2024
Fun daily movement
24 Days of Movement AdvenT
As the holiday season begins, let’s embrace a playful and energising tradition: 24 days of Movement Advent! A fitness Advent for more daily playful movement.
Each day, I’ll share a bite-sized movement challenge designed to engage your body and mind as part of this fitness advent, bringing a spark of fun to your daily routine. These 30 to 90-second movement snacks are quick, effective, and packed with the mental and physical benefits of staying active. From improving coordination and agility to relieving stress and boosting energy, these playful movements align with the principles of the Primal Play Method®—helping you rediscover the joy of movement.
Whether you’re a long-time reader of PrimalPlay.com or a newcomer looking for fresh ideas to stay active, this series is for everyone. You’ll find all 24 videos posted daily, with easy-to-follow steps in each blog post. If you’re new to Primal Play, read more about how active play boosts adult health and happiness to see why play is a game-changer for well-being.
FITNESS ADVENT—Why Participate?
Mental Health Benefits: Reduce stress and sharpen focus during the busy holiday season. Did you know play also enhances the release of feel-good hormones like serotonin and dopamine?
Physical Benefits: Boost coordination, agility, and strength with simple yet effective movements. If you’re looking for fun alternatives to workouts, learn about five reasons to playout instead of workout.
Playful Fitness: Experience the essence of the Primal Play Method—because movement should be as enjoyable as it is beneficial! For more reasons to move, check out the amazing benefits of physical activity.
Join me each day for a new challenge, and let’s make this December a celebration of playful, purposeful movement. Try the Bear Crawl or the Duck Walk, two playful moves offering some bonus movement.
👉 How to Engage:
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Are you ready to move with me? Let’s make this December more active, joyful, and connected—one hop, jump, and playful move at a time!
Day One: Movement Advent Challenge
Movement Advent Day One: Time to Play!
🌀 Today's Challenge: Coordination & Agility Boost
🦵 Hop x 4 (Right Leg)
🌪 Kriss Kross x 2 (Behind, In Front)
🦵 Hop x 4 (Left Leg)
🌪 Kriss Kross x 2
Repeat for 30 seconds, moving smoothly through each step. Keep the rhythm playful and fun!
Why This Move?
Today’s challenge focuses on agility and coordination—two key elements for better movement and reaction time. These simple moves help refine your motor control, making everyday movements smoother and more efficient.
🆙 Want to Level Up?
Speed up the sequence, hop on the balls of your feet, or raise the intensity of your Kriss Kross moves. Feel free to explore variations to keep things dynamic!
💬 Your Turn!
Try today’s challenge. How many rounds can you complete today?
Share this with a friend who needs a boost of playful movement today!
Stay tuned for tomorrow’s movement challenge! Make sure you’ve subscribed to the blog or our email list so you don’t miss a single day of this advent adventure. Don’t forget to share the fun with friends and family—it’s always better together!
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