30-Day Get Fit Plan for Busy Perennials

A low-commitment plan for busy times!

For a busy lifestyle, try a low-commitment workout plan that will make you stronger in 30 days!

Perennials, which means everlasting or enduring, are people of all ages with interests that traverse generational divides. On the inside, perennials are ageless. They have common ground with both teenagers and middle-agers, both millennials and baby boomers. Perennials stay up-to-date with technology, pop culture, politics, and the arts. They are curious. And they are open to trying new ideas.

The perennial lifestyle is on-the-go. Because of this, we figured a perennial workout plan should be quick but efficient, fitting into the busiest of lifestyles. And most of all, we thought the workouts should be fun!

This 30-day low-commitment workout plan has 3 workouts lasting approximately 15 minutes each. Most days, you’ll be assigned 1-2 workouts to complete. There will also be cardio days and rest days. For cardio days, you are free to choose what to do. The important part is that you get moving! We suggest running or walking (approximately 2 miles), biking, or going on the elliptical. Other options include hiking, kickboxing, and dancing. On rest days, you should go ahead and relax. It’s important to give your muscles ample recovery time.

What You’ll Need: a gym timer (free apps are available for download), and a mat or towel to lay on the floor.

What to Do: Set your gym timer for 40 seconds of exercise and 20 seconds of rest. Cycle through all the moves in order. Rest for 60-90 seconds and repeat for a total of 3 rounds.

Below, we’ve included videos showing how to perform each move. Using proper form prevents injuries and ensures you’re getting the most out of your workout.

Workout 1
Squats
Sumo Squats
Russian Twist
Walking Lunge

Workout 2
Plank
Plank Hip Twist
Straight Leg Sit Up
Russian Twist

Workout 3
Skaters
Push-Ups
Leg Lifts
Toe Touches

Cardio Options
Run or walk 2 miles
Go on the bike or elliptical for 30 minutes