Program Details
Program Overview
Our Healthy Living Challenges offer YMCA members a fun and supportive way to stay active, set personal goals, and build momentum toward a healthier lifestyle. Whether you're tracking steps, building strength, or trying something new, each challenge is designed to meet you where you are.
Year-Round Challenges
The Y’s ongoing wellness challenges are perfect for those who thrive with consistent goals and simple tracking systems.
Run/Walk, Bike, and Swim Challenge
Track your distance in each category—on foot, wheels, or in the water—throughout the calendar year. Progress is tracked on in-branch boards, and rewards are earned as you go.
- Goal: Complete mileage goals in one, two, or all three categories
- Incentives:
- Complete one: Earn a challenge t-shirt
- Complete all three: Receive a sweatshirt and end-of-year honors
Program Details: Year-Round
- Ages: 18 and up (YMCA Facility Members)
- Cost: Varies by branch
- Schedule: Challenge runs throughout the calendar year
- Locations
- Clark County YMCA
- Floyd County YMCA
- Northeast Family YMCA
- Oldham County Family YMCA
- Southeast Family YMCA
- Southwest Family YMCA
Seasonal Challenges
In addition to our year-round options, we offer short-term seasonal challenges throughout the year—often themed around holidays, wellness goals, or community engagement.
These may include:
- Step count or movement streak challenges
- Strength or class-based competitions
- Mindfulness or nutrition-focused weeks
- Themed events like “Treadmill Tuesday" or “Holiday Hustle”
Challenge availability and themes vary by season and location. Contact your local branch for current offerings.
Why Try a Healthy Living Challenge?
Stay Accountable
Challenges give you a reason to show up—and a way to measure your progress.
Push Yourself with Purpose
Set realistic goals that stretch your limits without overwhelming you.
Build Community
Share the journey with fellow members and celebrate your wins together.
Register for a Healthy Living Challenge
Use the button below to see which challenges are currently open for online registration.
If no sessions are listed, reach out to your local branch to find out when the next one begins.
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