Annual Walk Challenge

Submit Your Results:

Submit your final results by May 5th for the chance to win a raffle prize.

Thanks for participating in the April 2026 Walk Challenge! The submission form is now closed and raffle winners have been notified. See you next year!

Leaderboard:

221 Challenge Submissions

Name# Days WalkedTotal Time Walked

mark thomas

30 Days

4948 Minutes

 

Vicky Ball

26 Days

4920 Minutes

 

Sheila Carpenter

30 Days

4853 Minutes

 

Selene Carpenter

30 Days

4824 Minutes

 

Billy Stacy

30 Days

3838 Minutes

 

Scott Pharion

30 Days

3516 Minutes

 

Kimberly Townsend

30 Days

3458 Minutes

 

Diane Peters

10 Days

3381 Minutes

 

Jean Barron

30 Days

3240 Minutes

 

Lisa McCauley

30 Days

3240 Minutes

 

Catherine Schonauer

28 Days

3238 Minutes

 

Michael Burroughs

30 Days

3220 Minutes

 

Martha M

29 Days

3150 Minutes

 

Celeste Mele

30 Days

3072 Minutes

 

Kyla Shoemaker

30 Days

2797 Minutes

 

Sara Pulliam

30 Days

2700 Minutes

 

Lynette Poirier

26 Days

2696 Minutes

 

Jennifer Phillips

30 Days

2650 Minutes

 

Irene Rostas

29 Days

2627 Minutes

 

Trish Sanzone

30 Days

2522 Minutes

 

Background:

Dr. Sabgir walks with his family during the 1st Walk with a Doc event on April 9, 2005 in Columbus, Ohio.

Recognizing the unmatched power of physical activity to improve health, cardiologist Dr. David Sabgir invited his patients to join him for a walk in the park on April 9, 2005. That simple invitation sparked a global movement, with more than 700 communities worldwide now hosting Walk with a Doc events each month.

Each year in April, we celebrate our anniversary with a special Walk Challenge that honors the power of movement, connection, and community, while inspiring participants to walk throughout the month and maybe even push their limits!

About the 2026 Challenge:

What: In honor of Walk with a Doc’s 21st anniversary, we challenge you to take a dedicated walk for at least 21 minutes per day throughout the month of April. You’ll receive one raffle ticket for each day that you take an intentional walk for at least 21 minutes.

When: The challenge runs from April 1-30, 2026. Submit your final results by May 5th for the chance to win prizes.

Who: You, your family, your friends, your dog… anyone who wants to participate!

Where: Anywhere! Your neighborhood, a local park, your living room, or at a Walk with a Doc event.

Cost: Free! (thanks for considering a $21 donation in honor of our 21st anniversary)

Registration:

Registration is now closed for the April 2026 Challenge.

Complete the form below to register for the challenge and receive your tracking sheet.

887 people have accepted the challenge!

Helpful Resources:

We’re in this together! Here are some resources that might be helpful throughout the challenge:

  • Join the Walk with a Doc Facebook group to share pictures and updates throughout the month!
  • If the weather doesn’t cooperate on some days, do a Walk At Home workout instead.
  • Download our free Walking Guide for some tips to help you get started.

Support the Movement:

Walk with a Doc events remain free thanks to the generous support of our donors. Thanks for considering a $21 donation in honor of our 21st anniversary. Your support will help Walk with a Doc bring the power of physical activity, social connection, health education, and time in nature to more people around the world for years to come!