Surf's Up and the BMC Shoe is back and making a splash for the Step-IT-Up Team Challenge, one of the biggest challenges of the bWell year. Create or join a team and compete against other BMC teams to track the most activity between May 2 and 27. At the end of the competition, the team with the highest average step count wins the grand prize - a team trophy, a $250 gift card*, and 500 bWell points for each team member.
Beyond the points and prizes, getting active is really good for your body, mind, and health - and there are so many great ways to get active! Whatever your age, size, or physical condition, you will benefit from being more active - even a slight change can make a difference!
Surf's Up Step-IT-Up Team Challenge Dates
Challenge Begins:
Monday, May 2
Last Day to Join a Team:
Saturday, May 14
Challenge Ends:
Friday, May 27
160,000-step goal. You will need to log at least 160,000 steps between May 2 and 27 to be eligible for rewards. Once you reach the goal, keep moving. Every step you log gets your team closer to the highest average step count and the Work Hard, Play Hard bWell program grand prize, awarded in September.
Choose how you'll move. Any activity counts, and the more physical activity you get in, the more steps you accumulate.
Head to the beach. Head outside to our metaphorical beach for some fun in the sun (with sunblock, of course). The Step-IT-Up Team Challenge is a great way to prepare for summer and soak up the benefits of outdoor activity.
Try Plogging. It's as good for the planet as it is good for you. Plogging is any form of outdoor exercise while you pick up trash. Check out the benefits of plogging here or start a cleanup here.
Make activity part of the lunch-time menu. Lunch-time workouts are an excellent way of re-energizing your day. The break from your laptop/computer/phone is mentally re-invigorating. Getting out in the fresh air and upping that heart rate is good news for your cardiovascular system and your general well-being.
Track your activity: Use your activity tracker or a smartphone app to record your movement. Embrace your inner athlete and prove that you can move - a lot - in May. Read more about tracking your steps here.
Earn rewards; win prizes:
- Grand (Team) Prize: The team with the highest average step count wins the competition, receives an awesome trophy, a $250 gift card*, and 500 bWell points for each team member.
- Individual Highest Step Count Prize: One competitor on each team with the highest step count wins a $250 gift card*.
- 160,000 Steps Prize: Competitors who log at least 160,000 steps are eligible to win the random prize drawing for a $250 gift card*, awarded to one competitor from each team.
Ways to Move More in May
Being active doesn't mean we need to spend hours working out or turn into long-distance bikers or runners. Find activities you enjoy and do the equivalent of 6,400 steps of activity each day of the challenge to reach the 160,000 steps goal.
Need inspiration?
Here are some fun ways to increase your step count and reach the Step-It-Up Team Challenge goal.
- Enjoyment is the key to sticking to physical activity. Choose an activity you enjoy, not one you think is 'good for you.' Or, link your activity with something you enjoy, such as listening to podcasts or music or exercising with a friend.
- Working out is play. If you have children, play backyard games like tag, hopscotch, and capture the flag. If your yard is big enough, croquet, badminton, or bocce ball are options.
- Beat boredom. Is this the month you try kickboxing or join a dodge ball league? Maybe you make a splash at a water fitness class.
- Vary the time. Do your activity at different times and for varying amounts of time. If you become bored with your noon walk, try exercising in the early morning or after work. Instead of doing one 45-minute session, do three 15-minute sessions.
Track Your Activity
Here's what you need to know...
Your steps are automatically loaded to your account if you have synced your activity tracker or app to mybmcwellness.com.
If you have an issue with the website or syncing, email support@wellright.com or call 800-240-0733.
For information about the Step-IT-Up Team Challenge or about Work Hard, Play Hard, the 2022 bWell program, check out:
Tracking Tips
You will need to track all your activity with either a tracking device or smartphone activity tracker. Manually tracking is allowed only if your activity wasn't already tracked through a device or app. You can also manually add activities you tracked on devices and apps that WellRight portal or app doesn't support.
See the activity conversion chart to estimate your activity. (Please note: Activity conversions are estimates; your actual step count may vary.)
Step-IT-Up Team Challenge FAQs
Do I need to create or join a team?
Yes, you will form a team on the bWell portal and invite 4 to 7 work colleagues to join your team. If you haven't been invited to join an existing team, email support@wellright.com, and WellRight will assign you to a team. Your team will compete against other teams to achieve the highest average step count. The winning team will win the grand prize — an inspiring team trophy and a $250 gift card* for each team member.
How do I create or join a team?
If you're already registered at mybmcwellness.com, log in and click on the Step-IT-Up Team Challenge graphic. If you're a first-time visitor, go to mybmcwellness.com and click on Register to create an account.
- Create a team and give it an inspiring name. If you create a team, you are automatically designated team captain. You can also join an existing team.
- Invite colleagues to join your team. Scroll down below the challenge information and click on Invite More Users.
- Teams with less than four members on Saturday, May 14, will be dissolved. WellRight, our wellness program partner, will create new teams with members of the dissolved teams.
- If your team is dissolved, any activity you logged between May 2 and 14 and tracked with supported devices or apps will transfer to the new team. Activity logged manually will appear in your calendar view, available in the top menu bar when you log in to mybmcwellness.com.
Where can I see who is on my team and our current step count?
You can view your team members by clicking on the Step-IT-Up Team Challenge tile and scrolling down to the bottom right of the page. You can also click on Email Group to view your team members and send them an encouraging message. Visit the leaderboard to see all teams and their current step count standing.
What are the benefits of participating?
Think of the Step-IT-Up Team Challenge as a fun way to better health with friendly competition among colleagues. If you're not exercising as much as you used to or you feel the need to start exercising, the Step-IT-Up Team Challenge could be the motivation you need right now.
Do I have to participate?
No, participation is entirely voluntary, but everyone is encouraged to participate. Whether you regularly compete in Ironman Competitions or haven't stepped foot in a gym in years and the thought scares you a little, the Step-IT-Up Team Challenge is for you. Besides, physical activity has undeniable positive effects on your mood, including reducing anxiety.
I haven't participated before. How do I get started?
The Step-IT-Up Team Challenge is all about introducing physical activity into your busy and often hectic workday without having to set aside 'special' time for exercise. Make yourself aware of the opportunities available to you during your typical day. Reaching the 160,000 step challenge goal may take some creativity. Check out these 23 clever ways to take more steps.
When will we earn our bWell points for completing the challenge?
As soon as you have tracked the equivalent of 160,000 steps, you will receive an email confirming that you've completed the individual challenge and awarded your bWell points.
Do I stop tracking my activity after I've logged 160,000 steps?
We encourage you to keep moving and tracking your activity to help your team win the overall Step-IT-Up Team Challenge.
When is the latest I can track my past activities?
You can track activities as far back as one week.
How do I connect my fitness tracking device or app to auto-sync with the website?
It's easy to add a fitness tracking device or app to your WellRight profile using the WellRight mobile app. Log in to the WellRight app for iPhone or Android and follow these steps.
How do we determine winners?
The leaderboard will show the total average steps. At the end of the four-week challenge, the team with the highest average steps per member will win the challenge. Winners will receive an email soon after the end of the challenge.
Stay Updated!
Text STEPITUP to (713) 565-4744 to receive text updates throughout the challenge. Message and data rates may apply. You can unsubscribe from this list anytime by replying STOP STEPITUP to (713) 565-4744.
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