Published: 10/27/2025 - 8:00 AM
Are you ready for a fitness challenge? Did you know we host challenges on our mobile app? Put your fitness to the test or find a challenge program that keeps your goals on track!
October App Challenges
Sweat & Reset
This fall, embrace balance at the Y with our Sweat & Reset Challenge—the perfect blend of fire and flow!
Throughout October, dive into four heart-pumping workouts like HIIT, cycling, or bootcamp, then restore your body and mind with calming classes such as yoga, stretch, or meditation.
It’s all about trading summer sweat for fall renewal and finding your rhythm this season.
Eligible workout types: Boot Camp, Cardio/HIIT, Cycle/Bike, Exercise Class, Meditation/Mindfulness, Yoga
Gobble Wobble Couch to 5K Challenge
Get race-ready in 8 weeks with our beginner-friendly Couch to 5K training plan! From Oct 1–Nov 27, follow guided run/walk workouts 3 days a week to build endurance and confidence.
Each week, you’ll gradually increase your running intervals while keeping it fun and approachable. By Thanksgiving, you’ll be ready to cross the Gobble Wobble 5K finish line strong—whether you run, jog, or walk!
Wicked Weights
Lift your spirits this October with 12 strength workouts—average of 3 per week—to climb the leaderboard and earn rewards!
Hit the weight room, join a strength class, or stream a workout on the YMCA360 app. Every session counts toward points, prizes, and bragging rights.
Eligible Workouts: Strength Training, Weightlifting
November App Challenges
No Excuses November
Show up. Stay Strong. No Excuses! Join in on 2 group exercise classes per week offered at the Y, and earn rewards points for all your hard work!
Suggested workouts:
Week 1: Power Up – Focus on strength classes.
Week 2: Sweat It Out – High-energy cardio and HIIT.
Week 3: Find Your Flow – Yoga, Pilates, or mobility classes.
Week 4: Push to the Finish – Final stretch with mixed workouts.
Eligible workout types: Barre, Cardio/HIIT, Cross-Training, Dancing, Exercise Class, Pilates, Tai Chi, Water Exercise, Yoga, Zumba
Gobble Wobble Couch to 5K Challenge
Get race-ready in 8 weeks with our beginner-friendly Couch to 5K training plan! From Oct 1–Nov 27, follow guided run/walk workouts 3 days a week to build endurance and confidence.
Each week, you’ll gradually increase your running intervals while keeping it fun and approachable. By Thanksgiving, you’ll be ready to cross the Gobble Wobble 5K finish line strong—whether you run, jog, or walk!
Falling into Strenth - Phase 2
Objective: Increase strength by lifting heavier weights with lower reps.
Workouts: Split routines (Upper Body/Lower Body), focusing on pushing/pulling movements.
Reps/Sets: 4 sets of 5-8 reps for compound movements; 3 sets of 8-10 reps for accessory exercises.
Rest: 2-3 minutes between sets for compound lifts, 60-90 seconds for accessories.
Week 5-8 (Strength Phase):
Day 1: Upper Body (Bench Press, Rows, Push-ups)
Day 2: Lower Body (Squats, Deadlifts, Lunges)
Day 3: Rest or Cardio
Day 4: Upper Body (Overhead Press, Pull-ups, Dips)
Day 5: Lower Body (Deadlifts, Bulgarian Split Squats, Leg Press)
Day 6: Rest or Active Recovery
Day 7: Rest
Eligible Workouts: Strength Training, Weightlifting
What are accessory exercises?
Accessory exercises (or just “accessories”) refers to smaller, supplementary exercises that support your main, compound lifts. Unlike compound movements like bench press, squats, or deadlifts—which work multiple large muscle groups at once—accessory exercises usually target specific muscles or weaker areas to help improve strength, balance, and muscle development.
How to find the challenges:
1. Open your YMCA360 Mobile App. Make sure you are on the "Home" screen.
2. Click the "My Challenges" tile on the screen.
3. Click "All" at the top of the screen and browse upcoming challenges.
4. Click on a challenge to see more info and rules.
4. Click "Join Challenge" for any option you'd like to participate in. When you do, you will see your challenge stats and the participant leaderboard.
5. Follow the steps under "Rules" to log your workout correctly.
6. Once you join a challenge, you will see that challenge listed under "My Challenges" moving forward.
Earn Y Rewards Points:
Every challenge completed or workout tracked earns you Y rewards points you can cash in for great prizes like water bottles, sport belts, totes, and MORE!
What else can you do with the YMCA360 Mobile App? Click the link below to learn more about schedules, check-in, and other uses.