Train for 10k

A 10K training challenge that helps participants build endurance, stay consistent, and feel ready to take on race day.

4 weeks Exercise Individual

$0 per participant

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$0 minimum per challenge

A 10K training challenge that helps participants build endurance, stay consistent, and feel ready to take on race day.

4 weeks Exercise Individual

$0 per participant

|

$0 minimum per challenge

Challenge Description

Ready to go the distance? In this challenge, participants build toward a 10K by combining walking, running, and supportive training activities that help strengthen their routine over time.

Each week encourages steady movement and cross-training through activities like bicycling, swimming, yoga, strength training, and mobility exercises, giving participants a balanced way to build endurance, support recovery, and stay on track.

Participants track eligible activities through synced fitness devices or manual entry, with progress reflected on an individual leaderboard to keep motivation high from the first training session to the finish line.

Challenge Structure

Week 1 Earn points through walking, running, bicycling, swimming, yoga, and completing a 10K.

Week 2 Continue walking, running, and 10K participation while adding strength training, yoga, and mobility exercises.

Week 3 Keep up walking, running, and 10K participation, with strength training and mobility exercises as supporting workouts.

Week 4 Finish with walking, running, 10K participation, strength training, and yoga.

What's Included

  • Fitness tracker integrations
  • Leaderboards to track progress throughout the challenge
  • Automated communications via email and notifications
  • Reward fulfillment for prizes

Key Details

Duration

4 weeks

Mode

Individual

Theme

Exercise

Goal

Highest Total points

Optional Prizes

Offering prizes is a simple way to increase participation and keep employees engaged throughout the challenge. Based on what we see drive the most engagement, here are the most effective options:

Recommended for this challenge

  • New pair of running shoes from a local specialty store
  • High-performance sweat-wicking athletic apparel bundle
  • Entry fee for a local 10K race event
  • Foam roller and massage recovery tool set

Or explore broader categories

  • Gift Cards or Monetary Rewards – A flexible option that appeals to a wide range of employees and consistently drives participation.
  • Extra PTO or Time Off – A highly valued reward that feels meaningful without adding direct cost to the program.
  • Recognition or Bragging Rights – Leaderboards, shoutouts, or a simple trophy can reinforce friendly competition.
  • Company Swag or Branded Items – Fun, tangible rewards employees can take with them beyond the challenge.

Getting Your Challenge Set Up

Once you submit your request form, IncentFit handles the heavy lifting.

We'll review your request, set up your challenge, and send you an email to register your account and finalize your setup - so you can launch with minimal effort.

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Launch This Challenge

Submit a few details and the IncentFit team will help get your challenge set up.

Frequently asked questions

Employees take part on their own and track their personal progress throughout the challenge. It’s a chance to build healthy habits, celebrate small wins, and enjoy a little friendly competition.

Most challenges can be ready to launch within 1–2 business days after you send us your details. We’ll take care of the setup so your employees can join and get started.

Employees earn points by completing and recording the activities included in the challenge. It’s a simple way to recognize healthy habits and keep motivation going along the way.

Employees can connect a supported fitness device to sync eligible activity or log activities directly in IncentFit. Tracking options vary by activity, giving participants different ways to record their progress.

No. Employees can participate without a fitness device by recording activities directly in IncentFit. Those who prefer to connect a supported device can use it to sync eligible activity.

The goal is to help employees make time for their well-being and build healthy habits through small, achievable actions. Tracking progress and sharing the experience can help them stay motivated along the way.

Absolutely! Prizes are optional and can add a little extra motivation. IncentFit handles rewards offered through the system. If you’d like to offer something like extra PTO or a preferred parking spot, we’ll send your admin the reporting and your team can provide the reward.

Employees can typically join within a short grace period after the challenge begins. If someone needs to join later, reach out to our team and we’ll help you explore the available options.

We handle setup, tracking, scoring, leaderboards, and reporting, so you don’t have to manage everyone’s progress by hand. We also handle reward fulfillment so your team can focus on encouraging participation.

Admins can view participation and progress in IncentFit, including leaderboard standings and activity results relevant to the challenge. This helps you see how employees are getting involved and recognize their efforts.

It’s a good fit for organizations that want to make wellness more engaging and give employees a shared reason to participate. The ready-to-launch format makes it easy to add a challenge to your wellness program.

We’re here to help! Admins can reach out to the IncentFit support team with setup or challenge questions. Employees can also contact Support or use Instant Chat for help with participation and tracking.

No. While the challenge is designed around 10K preparation, participants can earn points through a mix of walking, running, bicycling, swimming, strength training, yoga, and mobility work. This makes it approachable for different fitness levels and training styles.

Train for 10K encourages steady movement and cross-training over 4 weeks. Walking and running help build endurance, while strength training, yoga, swimming, bicycling, and mobility exercises support recovery, conditioning, and overall fitness.

Eligible activities may include walking, running, bicycling, swimming, strength training, yoga, and mobility exercises. These activities give participants several ways to stay active while working toward their 10K training goal.

Not necessarily. The challenge is designed to help participants prepare for a 10K, but they can still earn points through eligible training activities even if they do not complete an official race.