HCPSS staff are invited to participate in the Walktober challenge made possible through the HCPSS Employee Well-Being Program. This is a great opportunity to get moving, build healthy habits, and connect with colleagues as you track your steps and engage in a little friendly competition.
How does it work?
The Walktober challenge encourages staff to get active and track their steps throughout the month. As you reach your step goals, you’ll earn colorful leaves to add to your virtual tree. The more you walk, the more your tree grows. And, as you walk, you’ll be taken on a virtual color tour through some of the world’s most vibrant, breathtaking landscapes — while boosting energy, improving mood, and making walking a priority during the fall and beyond.
The program goal is to collect 20 leaves. You will get 1 leaf each day when you log 6,000+ steps. Since this is a 31-day program, you can also choose to go above and beyond the program goal and fill your Walktober tree with all 31 leaves if you walk every day:
- 6,000-7,999 steps = red leaf (3 points)
- 8,000-9,999 steps = orange leaf (4 points)
- 10,000+ steps = gold leaf (5 points).
You can use a tracking device, enter manually, or add exercise minutes that convert automatically for non-step activities like cycling and swimming.
Who can participate?
Space is available for the first 600 HCPSS staff members who sign up. We encourage you to register early to reserve your spot! Whether you’re just starting out or exercise has been part of your daily routine for a while, Walktober gives you simple, motivating tools to track progress, providing instant feedback from your favorite tracking device or app.
How does team participation work?
Team participation is optional. You have until Friday, Oct. 9 to form a team of 4-5 members. The last day to log activity to count toward your team score is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Any individual or team who earns 20 leaves will be entered into the final prize drawing.
Will there be prizes?
Each week, there will be weekly prize drawings for participants who log 5 days of activity. To ensure you are considered for the prize drawing, please log your steps every Tuesday by 8 a.m.
There will be 3 prize drawings for each of the following categories:
- Participants who log 6,000-7,999 steps 5 days a week
- Participants who log 8,000-9,999 steps 5 days a week
- Participants who log 10,000+ steps 5 days a week
Participants will be notified by email on Tuesdays when the winners have been selected. Prizes will include various wellness items including yoga mats, stretch bands, water bottles and more.
Questions?
If you have questions about the Walktober platform or challenge, there is a Help option at the bottom of the website. For any other questions, please contact andie_rowe_contractor@hcpss.org.