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Fall Into Fitness Challenge: How to Get Fit With Johnson Fitness (Video Announcing Winners Now Posted) by Johnson Fitness & Wellness

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The kids are back at school! Now it’s time to focus on YOU. That’s why we’re inviting you to participate in our “Fall Into Fitness Challenge!”

How will it work? You will have one month (September 17 to October 17) to complete a list of exercises. You can choose from the 10- or 20-minute exercises, depending on your fitness level. From planks and burpees to squats and lunges, from exercises with resistance bands to light weights like kettlebells and dumbbells, the moves will help you tone, tighten and strengthen your body. Challenge yourself! You can do this. If you’re not sure how to do a certain exercise on the printable list, no worries! Detailed instructions on many of the exercises can be found in these helpful articles:

Snap photos along the journey and share them to help inspire and motivate other participants. You can share them on our Pinterest board, in the comments section below, and on Facebook and Twitter. Be sure to follow Johnson Fitness and visit a store near you for even more motivation.

What could you win? A treadmill! Yes, you read right! The grand prize is a Horizon Fitness T101 treadmill (value $999) that will be given away in a random drawing from those who finish the challenge! The Horizon T101, available at Johnson FitnessDick’s Sporting Goods or online at JohnsonFitness.com, keeps your workouts interesting with Bluetooth connectivity and a variety of workout programs. It stores effortlessly between uses with the one-button hydraulic FeatherLight™ folding technology. To be eligible to win the treadmill, please consider doing the following:

  • RSVP for the challenge on this page.
  • Print out the suggested exercise list so you can track your progress.
  • Comment on this challenge post in the comments below.
  • Tweet, Facebook post or Instagram post about the challenge.
  • Pin about the challenge to our Pinterest board.
  • Sign up for the Johnson Fitness email list.

Two runners-up will get their choice of a 30Seconds T-shirt or 30Seconds cap, and two other winners will be selected at random during the Johnson Fitness & Wellness #30Seconds Twitter chat on September 19. Those winners will receive either a set of GoFit 20-35 Super Bands and GoFit 30-50 Super Bands (value $35.99) or a TRX Home Kit (value $179.95).  

Here’s your checklist to get started with the challenge:

  • RSVP by clicking the button in the top right on this page.
  • Print out your downloadable fitness challenge chart.
  • Start exercising and checking those boxes!
  • Snap photos and share on Pinterest and in the comments below.
  • Plan to attend the #30Seconds Twitter chats discussing the challenge (first one is Wednesday, September 19, 8pm CT). 
  • Watch the #30Seconds Live interview above with Melissa Pitney of Johnson Fitness to learn who won the T-shirt, hat and treadmill!

Get notified about in-store events, deals and ways to break free to a better you by signing up for Johnson Fitness & Wellness email alerts. Now, let's get fit together!

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Elisa Schmitz
Woohoo! I am so excited about this fitness challenge! It couldn't come at a better time. The kids are at school and there are fewer excuses to not focus on our own health and fitness. Can't wait to get fit with our community. Thank you, Johnson Fitness & Wellness , for this great challenge and the incredible prizes! So excited to learn from the leaders in the fitness industry! Hope you'll all join us. Donna John Renee Herren Ann Marie Gardinier Halstead Chef Gigi Gaggero Meredith Schneider Holly Budde Pam McCormick Kristy Dominiak Jan Mostrom Toni B Barbara Correy Kustin Tiffany C Tiffany Anne Tiffany Zook Ashlee Smith Christie Gosch Demika Caldwell Mindy Hudon, M.S., CCC-SLP Amanda Heyser Heather Travitz Gail Gedan Spencer Nancy Catherine Walker Lynette Patterson Ayana Rose Jennifer Uribe Gina Valley Amber DePaolo Jennifer Young melinda lorri langmaid Lorri Langmaid Lori Leal Lori Ann Reber Kalyani Jeff Jackson Rick St. Peter Raquel Masco Kimberly Barnes @flipflop_mommy Cheyenne&HuntersMama Kathy Ast-Kutzbach Stacie Ast-Kutzbach Stacey Freeland Kathy Shimmield maryabell69 kruney sherry bracy Sheri B Doyle Eva Mack SillySheep MissHocutt bbright astronaut~momma Aricartt Dawn Taylor Carrie Beth Beth DiMauro Kat McQuaid Gail1974 Ana Z. #1 Mom Babygurlie73 babyluv19677 Heather thomas Christinwilbank Jamie-May King Tamara O'Shaughnessy Andrea Hinckley MzBamm21566 ashleycampbell Jessica Acree Tracey Hempenstall traci breazeale Marge Carter ❥ Chrissy ❥ chrissy sexton Ovenny Palomino Nicole DeAvilla Amber Amy Carney Free2bme joell51868 @flipflop_mommy Amber Chandler Belinda Lichty Clarke Gail Harris Stephanie Cannoe Kelli Schulte Heather Holter Dr. Shayna Mancuso Margaret Steck Dawn Taylor Shannon Benish Kristan Wager Terri Jones Cassandra Lee Jones
Meredith Schneider
Elisa All Schmitz 30Seconds, I’m so in! ☺️ It’s really easy to get lazy in the fall. Weather gets cooler, time change - darker outside earlier, lots of yummy comfort foods to eat. All that can add up a lot of extra unwanted pounds fast. 🤦‍♀️ We can all hold each other accountable and keep that laziness temptation away. 💪🚴‍♀️
Rick St. Peter
yes yes a thousand times yes!! So yesterday my son, out of the blue, decided he's not drinking any soda until at least Halloween. Every time I catch myself in a mirror, I am surprised to see a water buffalo dressed exactly like me staring back. I NEED to get into better shape but I know myself and I won't do it alone. So this comes along at the perfect time!! Sign my large self up!!
Elisa Schmitz
Ha, Rick St. Peter ! I am LOL because I think so many of us can relate to what you said. How awesome that your son made that decision on his own! Hopefully he can help support you as you do this challenge with us. So excited that you're joining us. Let's see what we can all accomplish together. Woohoo!
Shannon Benish
Rick you made me lol too! I hate catching myself in the mirror, here's to a new start :)
Jessica Acree
BETTER TOGETHER FOR SURE! #goteamgo :)
Nicole DeAvilla
Wow what great prizes for motivation! Fall is a good time to get back in shape!
Elisa Schmitz
Hey Nicole DeAvilla I hope you will RSVP for the Fall Fitness Challenge! We're trying to get an accurate count of who is participating, so we know who's eligible for the grand prize (woohoo!). Thank you!! xoxo
Karen L
Count me in! I was just thinking oh no I am putting on winter weight already : )
Jessica Acree
My own thoughts exactly!
Lisa Mariscal
First challenge done! #30seconds #johnsonfitness
Kristan Wager
Elisa All Schmitz 30Seconds - such perfect timing! My mantra for the next 6 months is "Choose Fit" - facing down turning 50 and Rick St. Peter - I totally get the 'double take' in the mirror. Ugh! Well, it is 'Game On' #30seconds #johnsonfitness Thanks for the jumpstart!
Elisa Schmitz
Hey Kristan Wager I hope you will officially RSVP for the Fall Fitness Challenge! We're trying to get an accurate count of who is participating, so we know who's eligible for the grand prize (woohoo!). Thank you!!
Tribe
Excited about this!
Renee
This is so exciting! I can't wait for the chat tomorrow to discuss this more!
Angela Fillius
I really love this. This list is great for someone like me who functions better when i have a list I can check things off of as I go.
Angela Fillius
does anyone know what to do for this requirement "Pin at least once a week about the challenge to our Pinterest board." what are we supposed to do for that?
Elisa Schmitz
Hi Angela Fillius ! All you do is pin a photo or an inspirational message (can be of yourself, from 30Seconds or from another website, etc.) to keep each other motivated. You pin it to our Fall Into Fitness Challenge board here (take a look at what has already been pinned there): www.pinterest.com/30secondmom/...
Angela Fillius
im sorry, i dont really use pinterest so im confused how we do it. so i have a inspo pic, what do i do now once i click on that link?
Elisa Schmitz
Angela Fillius Once you have a photo you want to pin to the board, you just click on "Add Pin" and then it will ask you for a URL (you can use this one) and a description, and then click pin. It should be pretty easy but maybe read the directions for how to use Pinterest if you haven't done it before: help.pinterest.com/en/articles...
Kristan Wager
Elisa All Schmitz 30Seconds how do I officially join the challenge? I have the sheet printed up.
Elisa Schmitz
That's great you've already printed the exercise chart! All you need to do is click the RSVP button/link in the upper right hand corner (if you're on a computer). If you're on a mobile phone, just scroll down to just above the comments and click on RSVP. Let us know if you need any other help. Excited to have you with us, Kristan Wager !
Jessica Acree
Just RSVP'd, printed my sheets, followed on Pinterest and am ready to rock this... that treadmill is BEEEEAAAAAUTIFUL! #johnsonfitness
Sharon
It's been going well. Feeling a bit sore, but I've been enjoying it so far.
Karen L
Oh boy did planks for first time in long time yesterday... I might not move again lol
Dieter Schmitz
Count me in! I need to fit into my Lederhosen for Oktoberfest!
Sharon
Burpees and planks really kicked my butt! Enjoying the challenge so far, and the cooler weather is really motivating
Sharon
I can't seem to pin on the Pinterest board. Do I need permission to pin on to the main board? I've tried few times now.
Elisa Schmitz
Hey Sharon , what’s your Pinterest username so I can invite you to the board? You can email me at elisa@30seconds.com if you prefer. Thanks!
Sharon
My Pinterest name is : Sharon_SharonXO

Thank you.
Elisa Schmitz
Hi Sharon - I tried to find you on Pinterest but that name is not popping up for me. Maybe send me a link to your direct profile? Not sure how else to find you. My email is elisa@30seconds.com or you can follow us on Pinterest? We are at www.pinterest.com/30secondmom/ Thank you!
Sharon
How odd. Here is the link to my Pinterest account

Julie Rose
I did squats today. I’m sore now!
Cassiday
I’m doing my best to keep up with this. It’s morivating me to move, thanks.
Nicole DeAvilla
I actually started before I got out of bed this morning with some ROM, deep breathing and other yoga poses. Had me ready for teaching an early morning yoga therapy class. We did chair at the wall and core strengthens as always!
Elisa Schmitz
That sounds awesome, Nicole DeAvilla ! What is ROM? Sounds like something I might need in my life, LOL! Chair sits at the wall are so tough but so good for you!
Angela Fillius
im definitely going to try these out
Karen L
Today started out with my sleep # bed trying to eat me at 5:30 am. It just deflated with me in it for no reason. With that said it was a Yoga morning :) plan to do a family bike ride after dinner as well.
Elisa Schmitz
What, SillySheep ?! OMG, I'm glad you're OK! Hope you can get your bed fixed fast, what a bummer. Yoga is probably my fave exercise to do, aside from brisk walks. I love riding my bike but haven't done so in a while, for some reason. Thanks for the idea!
Kathy Ast
OK, time to ramp it up for the rest of the challenge!! We can do this!! 💪
Elisa Schmitz
Yes, we can, Kathy Ast-Kutzbach ! Here's a tip from you that inspired me to get moving (I want to take this class): health: Women, Make an IMPACT: Do You Know Self-Defense? Here's Why You Should!
Angela Fillius
walked up and down the park path behind my hosue for an hour yesterday and my legs are killing me lol
Kathy Ast
Angie and I speed-walked on the treadmill for 30 mins Friday when we really didn’t want to! #fitnessgoals #friendship #accountability partners
Donna John
How's everyone doing in the challenge?? Can't wait to see your photos this week!
Elisa Schmitz
Happy Monday, everyone! What did you do for yourself over the weekend? I have reinstated my nightly planking followed by yoga stretches before bed. It really works for me to be in a routine. I keep my yoga mat close by, in a bag so I can grab and go to class, too (see photo). My goal is to push beyond 60-second planks this week. Anyone else have a goal in mind? How about winning that treadmill?! :-) Donna John Renee Herren Ann Marie Gardinier Halstead Nicole DeAvilla Kathy Ast-Kutzbach Stacie Ast-Kutzbach Meredith Schneider Pam McCormick Toni B Adeline Benovil Lori Leal lorri langmaid Chef Gigi Gaggero Sharon SillySheep Andrea Hinckley Kat McQuaid traci breazeale Keziah Gibbons Casandra LaMonaca ✨💐Jessica 💐✨ Mike Prochaska Beth DiMauro Barbara TrishWalters Rick St. Peter Jessica Acree Eva Mack Shannon Benish Lisa Mariscal Angela Fillius Dieter Schmitz Kristan Wager Dawn Taylor Melissa Hurt
Sharon
Thank you for adding me to the pinterest board. I'm so glad I can post now :) I've been also doing nightly yoga! It's really helping me wake up without any aches!
Elisa Schmitz
That's great, Sharon ! Go, you!
Meredith Schneider
Woohoo Elisa All Schmitz 30Seconds! I hear ya about doing better sticking to a routine. Saturday was a rest day, Sunday was full body glutes, legs, abs & arms. Monday was two Peloton rides, arms and lots of stretching. Yesterday - Tuesday rest day I had a ton of errands to do and finally get my Florida drivers license. Today - Wednesday, made up for taking yesterday off. Two Peloton rides, arms, abs & stretching. I had to give myself a pep talk today to get it done, it's a dark rainy day in Florida and very tempting to just want to do nothing LOL! GO GO GO #30Seconds Have fun, move your body, sweat, be silly, celebrate every step, every workout and every heathy choice! You are not alone! 😘💪🚴‍♀️🎉
Elisa Schmitz
I love this, Meredith Schneider ! Wow, you look awesome. I love that shirt! Especially because planks are still getting the best of me, LOL. Thank you for this great motivation!
Karen L
love love love the shirt.
Karen L
Hi all,

I am still doing yoga, walking, running, and bike rides. Elisa I have been trying planking but my body hates it lol The treadmill would be awesome to win. Then I have know excuses when it snows this winter :) Definitely trying to push squats and lunges this week.
Meredith Schneider
Push through those planks! The more you do them, the more your core and body will get stronger. Plus it’s pretty rewarding to notice your body getting stronger and stronger. 💪😘
Elisa Schmitz
Sounds like you're doing great, SillySheep . I still struggle with planks, too, but they really work. I am noticing a difference in my strength and the way my arms look, which keeps me motivated! Did you see Meredith Schneider 's shirt in the photo above? I need one of those, LOL!
Karen L
I think I need her shirt lol
I know it hurts but results are so worth it.
Sharon
Hope everyone is doing well on this fitness challenge! Planks and burpees are still kicking my bum!
Meredith Schneider
Awesome! Burpees are bada$$! GO GO GO!
Elisa Schmitz
Burpees are really tough! But so good for you. Keep it up, Sharon ! Only a few days left in the challenge!
Karen L
I am losing my bugs bunny arms lol that is my motivation
Elisa Schmitz
Hi everyone! I hope you're all doing great on the Fitness Challenge! I wanted you to know that we updated the eligibility to make it easier to qualify for the treadmill drawing, so if you feel like you didn't do everything, that's OK! There are just a few days left in the challenge and we will be announcing the winners on Wednesday! Be sure to read the updated text above, and join us for our #30Seconds Live on Wednesday, October 17, when we will pick the winners of the hat, shirt and treadmill! So excited. Way to go and thank you for joining us to get fit together! Donna John Meredith Schneider Pam McCormick Nicole DeAvilla Dieter Schmitz Stacie Ast-Kutzbach Toni B Adeline Benovil Kathy Ast-Kutzbach lorri langmaid Chef Gigi Gaggero Sharon SillySheep Andrea Hinckley Kat McQuaid traci breazeale Keziah Gibbons Renee Herren ✨💐Jessica 💐✨ Casandra LaMonaca Mike Prochaska Rick St. Peter Kristan Wager Beth DiMauro TrishWalters Eva Mack Shannon Benish Lisa Mariscal Angela Fillius Jessica Acree
Andrea Hinckley
I have been working out and following this but havent been able to do any pics ! With 4 kids and the youngest being 9 months old it's hard to be online lol
Elisa Schmitz
I'm so glad you have been able to follow along, Andrea Hinckley ! We totally understand how hard it is when you have little ones around. Sneaking in exercise is key, though. Gotta take care of you so you can take care of them! I agree with you, Angela Fillius - walking is my fave exercise, especially in fall weather. Enjoy it!
Angela Fillius
im so happy, the weather here has been beautiful the last few days, i can stay outside walking for hours
Kathy Ast
Stacie and I went on an amazing 3 mile hike with our dogs this weekend! So fun and good exercise too!
Donna John
I've only got a couple more items to check off my list. Working on that today and tomorrow! Feeling great because of this challenge!
Elisa Schmitz
Happy day-before-challenge-ends! We're announcing the winners tomorrow at around 3pm CT, LIVE from Johnson Fitness on #30Seconds Live, via the 30Second Mom Facebook page! Have you signed up for the Johnson Fitness emails yet? You will get information and inspiration to help you along your fitness journey, beyond this challenge. Please sign up for free here: www.johnsonfitness.com/email-s...

Excited to "see" you all tomorrow on the 30Second Mom Facebook page, around 3pm CT! www.facebook.com/30SecondMom/

Donna John Kathy Ast-Kutzbach Stacie Ast-Kutzbach Renee Herren Ann Marie Gardinier Halstead Rick St. Peter Kristan Wager Lisa Mariscal SillySheep Sharon Angela Fillius Andrea Hinckley Meredith Schneider Pam McCormick Nicole DeAvilla Toni B Adeline Benovil lorri langmaid Chef Gigi Gaggero Kat McQuaid traci breazeale Keziah Gibbons ✨💐Jessica 💐✨ Casandra LaMonaca Mike Prochaska Beth DiMauro TrishWalters Eva Mack Jessica Acree Shannon Benish Dieter Schmitz
Andrea Hinckley
Hoping to be able to attend. I've missed the weekly chats. Having 4 kids gets hectic a lot lol
Elisa Schmitz
We have missed you, Andrea Hinckley ! Hope you can join us for the LIVE announcement, but if you can't, we will post the video to this page afterward. In the meantime, make sure to sign up for Johnson Fitness emails so you stay inspired! www.johnsonfitness.com/email-s...
Andrea Hinckley
Signed up! Thank you!
Nicole DeAvilla
Woo Hoo! Good luck everyone!
Andrea Hinckley
I am so excited about the treadmill!! How awesome! Thank you!!
Elisa Schmitz
Hey everyone! Thank you again for participating in the Fall Into Fitness Challenge. In case you missed our live interview with Melissa Pitney of Johnson Fitness & Wellness , we have added it to this page so you can watch it anytime! Congratulations to our winners: Lisa Mariscal and Shannon Benish and our grand prize winner, Andrea Hinckley ! Enjoy your prizes. Keep up the great fitness momentum, everyone, and thank you for being part of this challenge! :-) Donna John Renee Herren Kathy Ast-Kutzbach Stacie Ast-Kutzbach Ann Marie Gardinier Halstead Rick St. Peter Kristan Wager Karen L Sharon Angela Fillius Meredith Schneider Pam McCormick Nicole DeAvilla Toni B Adeline Benovil lorri langmaid Chef Gigi Gaggero Kat McQuaid Keziah Gibbons traci breazeale Casandra LaMonaca ✨💐Jessica 💐✨ Mike Prochaska Jessica Acree TrishWalters Beth DiMauro Eva Mack Dieter Schmitz
Andrea Hinckley
Thanks again! I am so excited for this!! Congrats to the other winners, and keep up the hard work everyone!!

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