Holiday Hustle 2024: Staff Fitness Challenge

HOLIDAY HUSTLE 2024
YMN Employee Fitness Challenge Guidelines

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How it Works

Staff will take the challenge in teams of 4. Staff can select their team. If a staff person wants to join but does not have a team, we can partner you with other participants. We encourage you to invite staff from another branch to foster collaboration across the departments.

1 additional bonus point will be awarded to the team that includes other departments on their team.

Each team will select a TEAM NAME and a TEAM CAPTAIN. The Team Captain will submit the names of the team members and will report the weekly team points earned.

ENTER BY NOVEMBER 13
CHALLENGE BEGINS MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18

Two Ways to Win

You earn points as a team and as an individual. Each person can receive a total of 10 points per week by completing all the challenges. Teams can earn a total of 40 points per week and a total of 1 bonus point per week. Any individual who scores a perfect 40 points is eligible for a prize. The TEAM with the highest number of points will win the grand prize.

Challenge Structure

There are a total of 4 challenges each week plus one bonus challenge. Each week consists of a Movement, Strength, Hustle, and Wellness Challenge.

Bonus Points

Teams have the opportunity to earn 1 bonus point per team each week by completing the bonus challenge. One (1) point will be awarded to each team member only if ALL of the team members complete the bonus challenge. If one team member does not, no bonus points will be awarded.

Prize Structure

  1. The team with the highest overall total will receive a fully paid lunch with President & CEO Kathleen Walsh.
  2. First and second place teams will receive a $50 YMCA of Metro North gift card redeemable for programs or merchandise.
  3. Each individual to complete the challenge with a perfect score (40 pts) will receive one new YMCA of Metro North special jersey.
  4. Everyone who participates will receive a YMCA Holiday Hustle fitness challenge T-shirt.

 

Week 1: Hop to the Hustle

Movement Challenge:

(3 Points) 2 days this week: Step it up and walk, run, or swim for 30 minutes.

Strength Challenge:

(3 Points) 2 times this week: Strength Starter: Perform a bodyweight workout (squats, push-ups, lunges, planks) 2 times this week, must complete 3 sets of 6-8 reps.

Hustle Challenge:

(2 Points) 1 time this week: Cardio Kick Off: Take a group exercise class at any of our YMCA of Metro North branches this week.  Don’t forget to sign-up 46 hours in advance to reserve your spot. If your time is too restricted to attend in person, you can participate in one of our classes online at:  YouTube channel.

Wellness Challenge:

(2 Points) 1 time this week: Reflect and write down your progress this week. Try keeping a journal or record your fitness challenge progress and share it with your teammates.

Bonus Points: *entire team must complete to earn the point

(1 Point) ) 2 days this week: Create good hydration habits and drink at least 8 glasses of water daily.

Week 2: Mindfulness for the Holiday

Movement Challenge

(3 Points) 3 days this week: Step it up and walk, run, or swim for 30 minutes

Strength Challenge:

(3 Points) 2 times this week: Complete a weighted workout, incorporating dumbbells or resistance bands in exercises (bicep curls, dumbbell row, leg press, weighted squat).

3 sets, 6-8 reps per set.

Hustle Challenge:

(2 Points) 1 time this week: It’s mind-body week. The holiday can be stressful. Take a mind-body class like Yoga, Barre, Pilates, or Tai Chi. Build your strength, balance, and mobility this week. Or participate in one of our classes on out YouTube channel.

Wellness Challenge:

(2 Points) 3 times this week: Ditch the screens. Turn off your phone, TV, and computer/tablet for at least 3 hours. It’s a digital fast on the holiday week. Spend time with your family and friends screen free. (Must be performed during normal waking hours.)

Bonus Points: *entire team must complete to earn the point

(1 Point) 2 days this week. Calm your mind and destress. Take a break and meditate for 5-10 minutes

Week 3: Mobility and Stability

Movement Challenge

(3 Points) 3 days this week:  Step it up and walk, run, or swim for 35 minutes.

Strength Challenge:

(3 Points) 2 times this week: Get to the core. Complete a 15-minute core workout that incorporates sit ups, twists, mountain climbers, leg raises, and other exercises that strengthen your core muscles. 3 sets, 6-8 reps per set.

Hustle Challenge:

(2 Points) 1 time this week: It’s Tri-Week at the YMCA of Metro North. Your Y challenge this week is to try 30 minutes of either swimming, biking, or running at your favorite branch.

Wellness Challenge:

(2 Points) 1 time this week: Connect with Nature: Spend at least 30 minutes outside, whether it’s a walk in the park or a break in your backyard.

Bonus Points: *entire team must complete to earn the point

(1 Point) 2 days this week: Eliminate your drink of choice for 2 days. Coffee, soda, alcohol, energy drinks…whatever your liquid vice is, let it go.

Week 4: Wellness Wrap Up

Movement Challenge

(3 Points) 3 days this week: Step it up and walk, run, or swim for 35 minutes.

Strength Challenge:

(3 Points) 1 time this week: Fitness finale, combine body weight exercises, weighted exercises, and core challenges into one session. Create a 45-minute workout that blends all three elements.

Hustle Challenge:

(2 Points) 1 time this week: Get out of your comfort zone. For 15 minutes, try something at the Y you have never done before: jump in the pool, hit the boxing bag, what about a bench press? If you have never experienced it, now is your chance.

Wellness Challenge:

(2 Points) 1 time this week: Dedicate time to an activity that rejuvenates you—whether it’s a massage, a hot bath, or a hobby you love.

Bonus Points: *entire team must complete to earn the point

(1 Point) 2 days this week: Get your greens in! Eat 5 servings of veggies (2 cups).

Challenge Rules

  1. Staff cannot earn points during scheduled work hours. (i.e. Health & Wellness staff cannot count classes they teach at the Y towards their daily points.)
  2. All points need to be submitted by the form on Monday night for the previous week (Tue-Mon). Any forms submitted late will not be counted towards your point balance.
  3. Honesty is the best policy. Please be honest about your point tracking.
  4. Have fun! Connect and be encouraging to yourself and your colleagues and have a great time!