Published: 02/23/2026 - 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!
March App Challenges
Mindful March
We're practicing mindfulness in March! Engaging in a mindfulness-focused class at the Y can be a powerful way to build focus, reduce stress, and strengthen community connection. Set your goal to participate in one class each week of March to complete the challenge and earn your rewards points. See you in class!
Eligible workout types: Barre, Exercise Class, Tai Chi, Yoga
Mindful March
The Mindful March Move Challenge is your commitment to moving with intention for just 20 minutes a day, 5 days a week. That’s it. No extremes. Just consistent, purposeful movement that helps you feel stronger, clear headed, and more energized.
Join a Y friend for a walk on our track. Hop on a cardio machine. Take a swim. Whatever keeps your body moving consistently and makes YOU feel good, embrace it.
Set your goals that are achievable: 5 days a week for the month of March let's move, log your workouts, and get your points!
Eligible workout types: Cardio/HIIT, Running, Swimming, Walking, Water Exercise
Mindful March
The Mindful March Strength Challenge at the Y is a month-long commitment to moving with purpose, focusing on proper form, controlled tempo, and breath-driven power.
This isn’t about rushing reps or chasing exhaustion. It’s about training smarter, connecting to your body, and building strength that lasts.
Each week of March we will strengthen with intention, challenging our bodies to build muscle. Pick at least 3 muscle groups a week, log your workouts and earn your Y points!
CORE STRENGTH
- Plank Shoulder Tap: 8-10 reps x 3 sets
- Glute Bridge Alternate Knee Lifts: 8-10 reps x 3 sets
- Bicycle Side to Side Oblique Crunch: alternate sides 10 reps x 3 sets
LEG STRENGTH
- Goblet Squat: 8-10 reps x 3 sets
- Romanian Deadlift: 8-10 reps x 3 sets
- Reverse Lunge: 8-10 reps x 3 sets each side
BACK STRENGTH
- Bent Over Dumbbell Row: 8-10 reps x 3 sets
- Single Arm Row: 8-10 reps x 3 sets
- Dumbbell Reverse Fly: 8-10 reps x 3 sets
SHOULDER/ARM STRENGTH
- Dumbbell Shoulder Press: 8-10 reps x 3 sets
- Dumbbell Lateral Raises: 8-10 reps x 3 sets
- Dumbbell Front Bicep Curl: 8-10 reps x 3 sets
All In Challenge
Go all in on your 2026 goals! This challenge will help you stay on track and continue to crush your goals!
How it works: check in to the Y three times each week between January 19 and March 31 to earn Y reward points.
All members who complete the challenge will be entered to win a YMCA prize bag! One winner will be selected at each YMCA location.
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.