Healthy Lifestyles Campaign (HLC)

2026 Monthly Challenges at a Glance!

• May
  • Muscle-Up May: For 25 days in May, your challenge is to do 25 push-ups, 25 sit-ups, and 25 squats. These can be done all at once, or throughout the day. Modifications are accepted.
• June
  • Stay Hydrated: Increase your daily water intake. We want everyone to stay hydrated, especially those doing the Biking to the Bridge challenge in the Wellness Center.
• July
  • Create a Healthy Sleep Routine: Enhance your sleep quality and boost your mood by using no phone/tv/electronics 30 minutes before bed (even in bed) for 30 days.
• August
  • 30 Days of Strength: Use your body weight or simple equipment like resistance bands. Focus on one major muscle group each day or follow a beginner-friendly YouTube program. Strength builds confidence and supports every part of daily life.
• September
  • Positive Affirmation: Repeat encouraging affirmations daily, helping to build self-esteem, reducing negative thought patterns, and serving as motivation to achieve personal goals.
• October
  • Home Workout Streak: Choose a short video or create your own 15-minute routine. The streak is the goal, not perfection. Even if you only have time for squats and planks, that consistency builds momentum.

• November
  • Step It Up: Get 8000 steps a day by walking or join the Ski to the Slopes November 1 – December 23 in the Wellness Center and get your steps in on the elliptical.
• December
  • Mindful Eating Tracker: Spend 30 days paying attention while you eat. No screens. No distractions. Just notice your pace, hunger levels, and how you feel after each meal. Over time, this awareness can help you make better choices without needing a strict diet.