It’s not easy cramming your workout into the holiday season and if exercise isn’t quite your top priority in December, well who could blame you? (Rest is important too, by the way!) But the holidays can also come with a sled-sized load of stress and drain on your mental health, and as you probably know, exercise is a great way to relieve all of that. That’s the inspiration behind a new fitness app, Shimmy, designed to help you get moving this holiday season, especially — because it’s a workout advent calendar!
Yes, you heard that right. Instead of opening a different chocolate each day (though you’re welcome to do that too), Shimmy offers a unique seven-minute workout for each day of December leading up to Christmas. And for every person who completes all 25 free workouts, the company has pledged to donate $25 to charities across America.
What can you expect from the training? According to a press release, Shimmy “has a diverse group of trainers leading videos from Bollywood cardio to boxing and yoga,” the app states, with the goal of “promoting[ing] mental and physical well-being, along with a sense of togetherness and community during the busy holiday season.” You may even recognize some trainers from your favorite Class FitSugar videos. Say hello to LIT Method, Marnie Alton and Christa Janine!
Speaking of busy, it’s okay if you miss a workout or two over the course of the challenge. Just make it up, complete all 25 workouts before December 25, and Shimmy will still make the donation on your behalf, a spokesperson told POPSUGAR. Two charities have already signed up: Baby2Baby, which provides diapers, clothes and other necessities to children living in poverty; and the Chris Paul Family Foundation, which champions a level playing field in education, sports and beyond. Baby2Baby ambassador Jessica Alba is already fully on board. So if you’re ready to sweat your way through December, Shimmy is available for download app store now.
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