Walk Across America Challenge

Build movement habits as teams work toward a virtual cross-country distance goal.

4 weeks Activity Challenge Team Format

$7.50 per participant

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$1,000 minimum per challenge

Build movement habits as teams work toward a virtual cross-country distance goal.

4 weeks Activity Challenge Team Format

$7.50 per participant

|

$1,000 minimum per challenge

Challenge Description

Participants build consistent movement habits by contributing miles toward a shared virtual journey across America.

The challenge encourages walking, running, hiking, and elliptical activity as teams work together toward a cumulative 4,834-mile distance goal.

Participants earn points for eligible miles tracked through synced fitness devices or manual entry, with team progress reflected on a shared leaderboard throughout the challenge.

Challenge Structure

Participants can earn points through a variety of activities, each with its own scoring method:

Walking
Running
Hiking
Elliptical

What's Included

  • Multi-activity tracking across a wide range of activities
  • Team challenge format
  • Points-based system across different activity types
  • Leaderboard visibility based on total points

Key Details

Duration

4 weeks

Format

Team

Activity Type

Multiple Activity Types

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 Walk Across America 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 distance-based activities throughout the challenge. Each mile from walking, running, hiking, or elliptical activity earns 1 point toward the team’s cumulative progress.

Participants can track walking, running, hiking, and elliptical activity through synced fitness devices or manual entries in IncentFit, making it simple for eligible miles to count toward team progress.

This challenge includes distance-based movement activities, such as walking, running, hiking, and elliptical workouts.

The goal of Walk Across America is for teams to work together toward a cumulative 4,834-mile virtual distance goal. The challenge encourages consistent movement by turning everyday activity into progress across a shared journey.

Teams are scored based on the total points earned by team members throughout the challenge. Each eligible mile contributes to the team’s total distance and leaderboard standing.

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

Teams are ranked by total points earned throughout the challenge. Since each eligible mile earns 1 point, the winning team is determined by the highest total point count at the end of the 4-week challenge.

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 team progress.

The Walk Across America Challenge is ideal for organizations looking to encourage team-based movement through a clear, distance-based goal. It works well for employees who want to contribute walking, running, hiking, or elliptical miles toward a shared virtual journey.