
Simply Hiking’s
Free Two Week Treadmill Challenge
Welcome to Simply Hiking's Free 2-Week Treadmill Challenge!
Ready to kickstart your walking routine, make your indoor workouts genuinely fun, and build a consistent habit? This challenge is made just for you! Whether you're a complete beginner, getting back into moving after a break, or just need a little friendly guidance, these daily walks will meet you right where you are. We'll explore breathtaking trails from around the world, all from the comfort of your home.
What to Expect:
This challenge is designed to gently guide you into a regular treadmill walking routine. Each day, you'll get a specific immersive 4K video walk from my library, starting short and gradually building up your endurance. We'll focus on enjoying the scenery and the pure nature sounds, making each session a mini-adventure. Remember, consistency is key, and every step counts! You’ll walk 330 minutes by the end of the two weeks!
Equipment Needed:
Honestly, all you really need is a treadmill and some comfy shoes! Good headphones are a huge bonus for truly immersing yourself in the nature sounds. Oh and don’t forget your water bottle and towel!
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Week 1 - Building Your Foundation
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Day 1: Your First Adventure
Welcome to Day 1 of our challenge! We're kicking things off with a super beginner-friendly 10-minute treadmill walk. The goal today is simply to get comfortable with the idea of virtual walking, so don't worry about pushing yourself.
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Day 2: A Little Longer, A Little Further
Welcome to Day 2! We're building on yesterday's success with a slightly longer 15-minute treadmill walk. Today, we're diving deep into a vibrant subtropical rainforest, so get ready for lush greenery and the sounds of nature.
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Day 3: Discovering New Scenery
Day 3 is here, and we're extending our treadmill walk to 20 minutes! Today, we're heading to the charming English countryside for a lovely woodland walk. This session is all about finding your rhythm and enjoying the peaceful 4K scenery.
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Day 4: Finding Your Rhythm
Welcome to Day 4! Today, we're embracing the beauty of winter with a 25-minute treadmill walk through a stunning snowy landscape. This 4K immersive scenery is designed to transport you to a truly magical place.
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Day 5: A Longer Adventure
Day 5 is a big one – your first 30-minute treadmill walk! And what better place to celebrate than the world-famous Lake Louise in Canada? This 4K immersive video is packed with breathtaking scenery that will make the time fly by.
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Week 2 - Stepping Up Your Endurance
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Day 6: Beyond the Half-Hour
Welcome to Day 6! We're pushing our treadmill walk to 35 minutes today, and the reward is incredible: a journey above the clouds! This 4K immersive video takes you to the stunning Pyrenees Mountains.
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Day 7: New Horizons
You've made it to Day 7, and it's time for a beautiful 40-minute treadmill walk along some of the world's most pristine beaches! This 4K immersive video offers stunning coastal scenery and the soothing sounds of the ocean.
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Day 8: The Long Haul Begins
Welcome to Day 8! Today, we're embracing the elements with a 45-minute treadmill walk through the parklands of Burnie, Tasmania, on a very wet day! This 4K immersive video offers a unique scenery experience with the soothing sounds of rain.
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Day 9: Pushing Your Limits
Day 9 is here, and we're heading somewhere truly special: the Arctic Circle! This 50-minute treadmill walk in Abisko, Sweden, is a mid-winter adventure. The 4K immersive scenery is breathtakingly beautiful, but it's also -10 Celsius!
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Day 10: The 1-Hour Milestone!
Congratulations! Today is Day 10, and you're about to complete your first 1-hour treadmill walk! This is a huge milestone in our challenge.
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Challenge Structure
Week 1: Building Your Foundation - 100 minutes of walking
We'll start gentle and get you comfortable with the rhythm of virtual walking.
Day 1: 10 Minutes
Day 2: 15 Minutes
Day 3: 20 Minutes
Day 4: 25 Minutes
Day 5: 30 Minutes
Week 2: Stepping Up Your Endurance - 230 minutes of walking
Week too will start to add up as we focus on consistency and endurance.
Day 6: 35 Minutes
Day 7: 40 Minutes
Day 8: 45 Minutes
Day 9: 50 Minutes
Day 10: 60 Minutes
Happy walking, and I'll see you on the trail!