Day 12 - Burpees

By WWTW Fundraising on Jun 12, 8:00am

We're back for another day and today’s challenge is burpees. You may have known it was coming and now it's here.

Why burpees?

The challenge

• 8 sets of 10 reps 
• 4 sets of 20 reps 

Find a rhythm that feels comfortable for you. The goal is to see how many you can do, and if you’re feeling up for it, push yourself to go that extra mile.

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Day 10 - Star Jumps

By WWTW Fundraising on Jun 10, 8:00am

Welcome back for another day! Today’s challenge is star jumps.

Why star jumps?

The challenge

• 8 sets of 10 reps 
• 4 sets of 20 reps 

Find a rhythm that feels comfortable for you. The goal is to see how many you can do, and if you’re feeling up for it, push yourself to go that extra mile.

How to do star jumps

• Full Movement: Extend your arms and legs as far as they can go to maximize the movement.
• Soft Landing: Remember to land softly to...

Day 08 - Leg Raises

By WWTW Fundraising on Jun 8, 8:00am

Welcome to Day Eight of our Longest Day 80 calendar. Today’s challenge is all about leg raises.

Why leg raises?

Leg raises target your lower abdominal muscles, providing a great workout for your core. They also help strengthen your lower back and improve overall flexibility, making them an excellent addition to any fitness routine.

The challenge

Can you complete 80 leg raises throughout the day? Leg raises are a fantastic exercise for enhancing core strength, improving lower back stability, and boosting flexibility. Here are a few ways to break it down:

• 8 sets of 10 reps 
• 4 sets of 20 reps 

Find a rhythm that feels comfortable for you. The goal is to see how many you can do, and if you’re feeling up for it, push yourself to go that...

Day 06 - Pushups

By WWTW Fundraising on Jun 6, 8:00am

Welcome to Day Six of our Longest Day 80 calendar. Today’s challenge is all about pushups.

Why pushups?

Pushups are a great exercise to use to strengthen your upper body muscles and enhance your core stability.

The challenge

Can you complete 80 pushups throughout the day? Don’t worry, you don’t have to do them all at once. Here are a few ways to break it down:

• 8 sets of 10 reps 
• 4 sets of 20 reps 

Find a rhythm that feels comfortable for you. The goal is to see how many you can do, and if you’re feeling up for it, push yourself to go that extra mile.

Watch the video below where Dave demonstrates the proper technique:

For the adaptations to this activity, view Dave below:

Did you miss yesterday? Go back to Day Five and catch up.

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Day 04 - Squats

By WWTW Fundraising on Jun 4, 8:00am

Welcome to Day Four of our Longest Day 80 calendar. Today’s challenge is all about squats.

Why squats?

Squats are a fantastic exercise for strengthening the muscles in your lower body, including your quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. Not only do they build muscle, but they also enhance your balance and mobility.

The challenge

Can you complete 80 squats throughout the day? Don’t worry, you don’t have to do them all at once. Here are a few ways to break it down:

• 8 sets of 10 reps 
• 4 sets of 20 reps 

Find a rhythm that feels comfortable for you. The goal is to see how many you can do, and if you’re feeling up for it, push yourself to go that extra mile.

Watch the video below where Dave demonstrates the proper technique: 

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Day 02 - Sit-ups & Crunches

By WWTW Fundraising on Jun 2, 7:00am

Are you ready for day two of our Longest Day 80 calendar?

Today, we kick off our first fitness challenge! Our inspiring ambassador, Dave "Monkey" Moncrieff, will show you how to master sit-ups and crunches.

Sit-ups are fantastic for targeting your abdominal muscles, enhancing core stability, and promoting better posture.

The challenge

Complete 80 sit-ups or crunches throughout the day. Break it up however you like: maybe 8 sets of 10, or 4 sets of 20. Find what feels right for you. Push yourself to see how many you can do, and if you're up for it, go that extra mile!

Watch the video below where Dave demonstrates the proper technique:

For the adaptations to this activity, view Dave below:

Did you miss yesterday? Go back to Day One and catch...

Day 01 - Introduction

By WWTW Fundraising on Apr 17, 9:00am

Welcome to the Walking With The Wounded Longest Day 80 activity calendar.

We are thrilled to have Dave "Monkey" Moncrieff, an RAF veteran and Invictus Games UK athlete, as our campaign ambassador. Dave will guide you through the daily activities we’ve curated for you.

Even if you already have a personal challenge in mind, use this calendar as a motivational tool to stay focused throughout June.

Our first fitness challenge kicks off on 02 June. Use today to prepare: outline your goals for June and think about how you’ll stay motivated. Take this opportunity to do some upper, mid, and lower body stretches. Stretching is essential as it prepares your muscles, tendons, and joints for physical activity, reducing the risk of injuries like...