560 Challenge – Halfway Review
Halfway. I honestly can’t believe I’m already here.
When I started this challenge, I was nervous. After months away from exercise because of my broken ankle, I wasn’t sure what my body was capable of anymore. I wondered if I’d be able to keep up, stay consistent, or even enjoy it.
Now, looking back over the past few weeks, I can confidently say this challenge has given me so much more than just workouts.
I’ve built consistency. I’ve fuelled my body with whole foods that make me feel energised instead of sluggish. I’ve surprised myself with what I’m capable of—from holding a 3 minute 30 second wall sit and a 2 minute high plank to completing workouts that once felt impossible. Even getting back into running has reminded me how much I love moving my body.
The physical changes have been amazing, but the biggest transformation has been mentally. I feel stronger, more confident, and proud of myself for showing up every single day, even on the days when I didn’t feel like it.
This challenge has reminded me that progress isn’t about being perfect. It’s about showing up, trusting the process, and celebrating the small wins along the way.
I’m so excited to see what the next four weeks bring. If this is what halfway looks like, I can’t wait to see how far I can push myself by the finish line.
Here’s to finishing stronger than I started.
The workout guide is amazing. Love that everyday has one to follow.
The recipes are great but more recipes for lunch please :)
Best program I’ve ever done! Pushing me parts limits I didn’t know I could do or achieve
LOVE this plan that encourages me to work out - but not to the point of exhaustion. LOVE the approach that teaches me to think about all aspects of health - not just the training or the food. It's a very thoughtful plan. Can't wait for the next 50 days of it 😊
So far I am lovong the challenge!! The workouts are very good and just the right ampunt challenging. I like the variety of the workouts, because it keeps me interested and excited for every day! I can already feel change in my body and in my mind. I can’t wait how will I feel at the end of the 60 days!
So far it's great, challenging on certain exercises and having the app to use with it is great. It's only Day 3 but I am feeling it!
Started 560 today so the results will tell. I am very pleased with the quality of the content and ease of use. I was looking for a challenge to realign me and this feels like the right fit. After completing Sarahs other 3 workout challenges previously I am so looking forward to the 560 challenge!
Content is clear easy to follow. I haven’t felt overwhelmed to get the workouts completed and stick to the rules as I have in other workout programs.
Very good program However if you do not work out regularly this program will kill you. I have had to restart it as day 1 left me sore for 3 days.
I was skeptical at first, thinking it would be the same as past Sezzy programs (don’t get me wrong, I love them all!). This was so different, challenging and diverse with nuggets of running and sweat along with Pilates and flow! Enjoyed the challenge, going right back into round 2!
For me this was a great way to find myself post baby 2. Quick intense workouts that I could do during naps or after bedtime! I can see tangible results! Love love love
This ended up being a total waste for me. I am not educated on different types of exercises. I looked at the exercises and had no idea how to do them. I didn’t have time to look up each one so I did nothing. Only buy if you are well versed in different exercises
I'm loving the workouts of Restore. Gentle to begin but I'm feeling every muscle. I am just working through the sessions on days I get a chance at this stage as I am unable to workout everyday as per the guide.
I am unfortunately very disappointed by this e-book. I've purchased Sarah's previous e-books and loved them, but this one is so hard to follow. The pictures are small and the background blends in with the picture of the pose/workout, the workouts are boring and repetitive (feels like I'm doing the same thing over and over every week) and I'm just so unmotivated to follow it (I usually don't have a problem with consistency, obviously pregnancy plays a small role here as well but that's not the main issue).
The information part in the beginning is helpful and informative, so I appreciate that.
Overall unfortunately not worth the money and I cannot recommend it. :(
Love the variety and videos. I won’t lie I was confused at first but now I get it haha
As a a physiotherapist, I think the program has some good elements, especially the more dynamic, cardio-based exercises that encourage overall movement and conditioning.
That said, I feel the program places a bit too much emphasis on abdominal exercises. While core strength is important, I don't think the abs need to be trained as aggressively as this plan suggests, especially considering her current level and goals. In my experience, abdominal exercises are often somewhat overrated when compared to the benefits of building strength through larger movement patterns.
I would prefer to see more emphasis on lower-body and upper-body strengthening—particularly exercises targeting the legs, glutes, back, and arms. These muscle groups contribute significantly to overall function, posture, strength, metabolic health, and even core stability in a more integrated way.
My main recommendation would be to reduce some of the dedicated ab work and replace it with more compound strengthening exercises for the legs, back, and upper body. This would create a more balanced program and likely provide better long-term results. Overall, it's a decent plan, but I think the exercise distribution could be improved to better reflect what tends to have the greatest impact on strength and function.
My husband and I have embarked on the 569 challenge together, we’re absolutely loving it. It’s such a motivator for us after having our first baby and needing to find ourselves in fitness again and really commit to ourselves and each other that we can make room for workouts and motivate each other to push harder. The challenge was perfect for exactly that! We’re on day 18 (we didn’t start right away but we end on the Fourth of July here in the US) and we are already ready to start it over!!
I loved this program. Exactly what I needed after baby #3. Feeling stronger and ready to take on more workouts now with a stronger pelvic floor and overall core!
I absolutely loved body & bump and restore as well. It gave me the tools to savely workout during pregnancy and built my body back up after giving birth. I recommended it to all my friends as well 🫶🏼
