Healthy Lifestyles Campaign (HLC)

2026 Monthly Challenges at a Glance!

• January
  • Get Moving: Set up a fitness plan or a New Year’s Resolution and stick to it for 30 days in January.
• February
  • Try Something New: Try a new fitness routine EACH week in February.
• March
  • Daily Stretching: Dedicate ten minutes daily to stretching or yoga, to help build flexibility and prevent injuries. Those doing the indoor Triathlon-March 2-31 with the Wellness Center this is important for you. Don’t forget PHS offers Yoga on Monday and Thursdays.
• April
  • Walk Challenge: Walk 1 mile a day for 27 days or continue walking more miles to join the Wellness Center's Walk to the Park April 1 – May 31 Treadmill challenge.
• May
  • Muscle-Up May: More to come on this challenge.
• 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.