Enjoy the Outdoors and Start Moving for Body and Mind:
Join the Spring into Motion Challenge
April 7 – May 4
DC Government Employees, this is your invitation to take your health commitment to new heights with friendly competition – while you get outside and increase your physical activity. Whether you hike a mountain or jog around the block, you choose the activity — do the same thing each day or try something different — as you discover something new about spring each week.
In this 4-week program, logging exercise is simple with Spring Into Motion. If you’re using a tracking device or app, sync it with your computer and your steps automatically load into your Spring Into Motion account. You also have the option to record your favorite activity, along with dedicated exercise minutes, and the program automatically converts your minutes to steps. Plus, you'll have access to resources and tools such as delicious recipes, inspiring articles, motivating daily emails, team chat, and an engagement wall to help you connect and keep moving.
Join the 4-week challenge and Spring into Motion!
Watch the preview video to learn more.
Go to dcgovwellness.springintomotiontoday.com to register.
Key Dates
★ Registration: Monday, March 24 – Monday, April 7
★ Registration and Team Formation End Date: Monday, April 7
★ Logging Starts: Monday, April 7
★ Challenge Dates: April 7 – May 4
About
What is Spring into Motion?
It’s a fun, inspiring way to move more and discover Spring Things — from adorable baby animals and vibrant blossoms to worldwide festivals and gardening tips. Whether you’re a beginner or fitness enthusiast, Spring Into Motion will help boost energy and improve your physical, emotional, and mental health as you enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle — in this season of renewal and beyond.
How does it work?
Each week you’ll experience a new Spring Thing; once you record activity the daily image will become clear and you can test your knowledge with a fun trivia question (no points, no pressure). Plus, when you log at least 6000 steps — using a tracking device or the Step Converter tool to change exercise minutes to steps — you’ll earn points, colored rings, and the chance to collect badges. Click Settings, then How It Works to learn more.
What is the goal?
To earn 60 points (15+ a week):
6000-7999 steps = 3 points (green ring)
8000-9999 steps = 4 points (blue ring)
10,000+ steps = 5 points (yellow ring).
NOTE: You don’t have to wear a tracking device to record steps — plug in your activity and exercise minutes, then the Step Converter automatically adjusts them.
Set a challenging yet realistic target that develops exercise habits you can maintain for life.
Who can participate?
All District Government employees and your household members (13+). Spring Into Motion gives you simple, motivating tools to track progress, providing instant feedback from your favorite tracking device or app.
PLEASE NOTE: You can participate as an individual or as part of a team.
Is there team participating?
Yes! Joining a team is optional. In this friendly competition, teams of 3-6 challenge each other to add up points (the group that averages the most tops the leaderboard). Plus weekly Thrive Thursday challenges can add bonus points. After registering, read How It Works on the Team page to learn more.
Mobile App
Employees may participate online by computer or cell phone. Log activity, view recipes, visit attractions and track your team — right from the palm of your hand. The Spring Into Motion mobile app automatically syncs with your online account. Apps are free to download on the App Store or Google Play.
Sustainability Side-Quest Challenge
Join the Sustainability Side-Quest Challenge
The DC Food Policy Council’s Reducing Wasted Food Working Group is excited to connect Spring into Motion participants with a special sustainability challenge this month! Sign up for the Spring into Motion Challenge and check the Social Wall to see opportunities to win prizes by making the most of your food and engaging with the District’s many composting and food waste collection programs.
The DC Food Policy Council (FPC) is a coalition of public and government food leaders appointed by Mayor Muriel Bowser to create a just, healthy, equitable, and sustainable food system for all and their Reducing Wasted Food Working Group is focused on improving food waste prevention and diversion across the District. Click here to learn more about the DC Food Policy Council and the working group!
What is Sustainability Side-Quest?
April is Earth Month, and the DC Food Policy Council’s Reducing Wasted Food Working Group is excited to bring Spring into Motion participants a sustainability side-quest this month.
How does it work?
1
FOLLOW WEEKLY PROMPT
Every Monday, DC Food Policy Council will post a challenge on the
Spring into Motion Social Wall.
2
COMPLETE AND SHARE ACTIVITY
Reply to the DC Food Policy Council's post on the Social Wall with a photo or video of you completing the weekly prompt activity to submit an entry into a prize raffle.
*There is no limit to the number of entries per week.
What is the goal?
Encourage participants to take a step on building habits that make the most of their food, build healthy food habits, and support a more equitable, healthy, and sustainable District food system.
Sustainability Side-Quest Challenge Incentives
DC Food Policy Council will reveal the winners at the end of the month! At the end of the Spring into Motion challenge, ten individuals who participated in the Sustainability Side-Quest challenges will receive themed prizes!
Two winners will be chosen at random from each week’s challenge and all participant entries throughout the month will be submitted into a raffle pool for two grand prize winners. All ten prize winners will be announced at the end of the month.
Prizes include essentials you need to prepare low-waste meals and enhance your garden, like reuse swag bags, cookbooks, compost, farmers’ market gift cards, and more!
Sustainability Side-Quest Contact
For any inquiries or assistance about the side-quest challenge, please contact Erika Nunez, [email protected].
Challenge Incentives
Join the challenge and track your progress for a chance to win rewards.
Stay committed, stay engaged, and you could be one of our lucky winners!
Start Strong and Get Early Bird Rewards
First 5 teams to be created in the 1st week
Each member of the team will receive a $25 Gift card
First 20 individuals to sign up in the 1st week
Each will receive a $25 Gift card
Celebrate Achievements with Amazing Prizes
INDIVIDUAL WINNERS
Top 10 employees with the MOST POSTS on the Wellness Engagement
Each will receive a $25 Gift card
50 randomly selected employees who MEET ALL the below criteria:
1. Meet Program Goal (Earn 60 Points)
2. Complete the Program Evaluation
Each will receive a $50 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
Get up and on the Move: Join the Spring into Motion Challenge!
Step up your health, enjoy the vibrant spring season, and win amazing rewards.
Let’s get moving to a fitter, happier you!