Fall into Fitness with Walktober:
Join Our DC Government Employee Fall Wellness Challenge
October 1 – October 31
Following the success of our Go Gold Challenge, it's time to keep the energy and commitment to wellness alive with the Walktober 31-Day Challenge! Hosted by the DCHR Wellness Team in collaboration with Kaiser Permanente and Health Enhancement Systems (HES), this challenge will help you stay active and engaged as we transition into the fall season.
Watch Walktober preview video to learn more.
Let's get moving together!
Key Dates
★ Challenge Dates: October 1 – October 31
★ Registration Opens: September 16, 2024
★ Registration and Team Formation End Date: October 8, 2024
★ Logging Starts: October 1, 2024
About
What is Walktober?
It’s a revitalizing 31-day walking challenge with a virtual tour of autumn’s most vibrant landscapes and inspires everyone to prioritize walking – in October and beyond.
How does it work?
Track steps with your favorite device and fill up your Walktober tree with red, orange, and gold leaves based on steps totals each day, you’ll reveal vivid autumn landscapes from around the world.
But you’re not limited to walking; activities like swimming, cycling, rowing, and many others automatically convert to steps so everyone can be part of Walktober.
When does the challenge start?
Registration opens Monday, September 16; you may begin recording on Tuesday, October 1.
The challenge wraps up on Thursday, October 31, but you may update activity until the team scores freeze on Saturday, November 2.
What is the goal?
The challenge goal is 90 points for the 31-day program. Aim for 15 or more points each week.
★ 6000-7999 steps = 3 points (Red Leaf)
★ 8000-9999 steps = 4 points (Orange Leaf)
★ 10,000+ steps = 5 points (Yellow Leaf)
Rewards
Get Excited with Fantastic Rewards
• First 50 Individuals to Register: Cotton Throw
• First 10 Teams Created: Waffle Knit Beanie and Scarf
Celebrate Achievements with Amazing Rewards
INDIVIDUAL WINNERS
• 10 Individuals with the Most Posts on the Wellness Wall: $25 Gift card
• First 100 Individuals to Meet Program Goal of 90 Points, Log at least 20 days
and Complete Evaluation: $25 Gift card
TOP-RANKED TEAM WINNERS
• First Place: Each Member of the Team will receive a $75 Gift card
• Second Place: Each Member of the Team will receive a $50 Gift card
• Third Place: Each Member of the Team will receive a $25 Gift card
Make Every Step Count. Join Walktober Challenge!
Step up your health, enjoy the vibrant fall season, and win amazing rewards.
Let’s walk our way to a fitter, happier you!