Fight for 5K Challenge

Build fitness consistency through walking, running, 5K races, and strength-based workouts.

4 weeks Activity Challenge Individual Challenge

$7.50 per participant

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$1,000 minimum per challenge

Build fitness consistency through walking, running, 5K races, and strength-based workouts.

4 weeks Activity Challenge Individual Challenge

$7.50 per participant

|

$1,000 minimum per challenge

Challenge Description

Participants build consistent fitness habits by combining walking, running, 5K races, strength training, yoga, mobility work, and core exercises.

Each week encourages a balanced mix of cardio, strength, and recovery-focused activities to help employees stay active and make steady progress.

Participants earn points for eligible activities tracked through synced fitness devices or manual entry, with progress reflected on an individual leaderboard throughout the challenge.

Weekly Challenge Structure

Week 1: Earn 0.50 points per mile for Walking and 1 point per mile for Running, plus 10 points per 5K race, 2 points per Strength Training workout, and 2 points per Yoga workout.

Week 2: Earn 0.50 points per mile for Walking and 1 point per mile for Running, plus 10 points per 5K race, 2 points per Strength Training workout, and 2 points per Mobility Exercises workout.

Week 3: Earn 0.50 points per mile for Walking and 1 point per mile for Running, plus 10 points per 5K race, 2 points per Strength Training, Yoga, Mobility Exercises, or Ab workout.

Week 4: Earn 0.50 points per mile for Walking and 1 point per mile for Running, plus 10 points per 5K race, 2 points per Strength Training workout, and 2 points per Yoga workout.

What's Included

  • Multi-activity tracking across a wide range of healthy activities
  • Individual challenge format
  • Leaderboard visibility to track rankings throughout the challenge
  • Optional prizes for top performers

Key Details

Duration

4 weeks

Format

Individual or Team Challenge

Activity Type

Comprehensive

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:

  • 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

Most Fight for 5K Challenges can be set up and ready to launch within 1–2 business days. Once details are submitted, the IncentFit team handles configuration and ensures everything is ready for employees to join.

Participants earn points by completing and tracking eligible fitness activities throughout the challenge. Points can be earned for walking, running, completing 5K races, strength training, yoga, mobility exercises, and ab workouts.

Participants can track walking and running activity through synced fitness devices or manual entries in IncentFit. Workout-based activities like strength training, yoga, mobility exercises, and ab workouts are typically logged through manual entry.

This challenge includes cardio, strength, and recovery-focused activities, such as walking, running, 5K races, strength training, yoga, mobility exercises, and ab workouts.

Yes. Fight for 5K is structured across 4 weeks, with different workout and recovery activities included throughout the challenge. This helps participants build a more balanced routine while staying engaged week after week.

Yes. Offering prizes is optional but highly recommended to increase participation and keep employees engaged throughout the challenge. Common options include gift cards, wellness-related prizes, company swag, race-related rewards, or recognition for top performers.

Participants are ranked by total points earned throughout the challenge. The winner is determined by the highest total point count at the end of the 4-week challenge.

Employees can typically join within a short grace period after the challenge begins. After that, admins can work with the IncentFit team to add participants if needed.

Administrative work is minimal. Once the challenge is set up, IncentFit handles tracking, scoring, leaderboards, and reporting so admins do not have to manually manage participant progress.

The Fight for 5K Challenge is ideal for organizations looking to encourage fitness consistency through a mix of cardio, strength, and recovery activities. It works well for employees who want to build movement habits, train toward a 5K, or add variety to their weekly workouts.