
2026 Central Ohio Challenge
Thanks for joining our 2026 Central Ohio Challenge! By attending Walk with a Doc events and completing various health challenges throughout the year, you’ll build healthy habits, work toward your goals, and earn prizes at the end of the season. This challenge is designed to help you take simple steps toward better health.
How it Works:
- The challenge runs from April 1 to October 31, 2026
- Earn 1 point for each Walk with a Doc event you attend. Make sure you sign in at each walk.
- Earn 1 bonus point for each new Walk with a Doc location you visit this year. Find locations and schedules here.
- Complete special challenges throughout the year to earn additional points (1 point each, complete each one up to 3 times).
Earn Prizes:

Earn a free t-shirt by attending 5 or more walks between April and October. 2026 colors and pickup details will be announced later this summer.
Redeem your points for prizes and special recognition at the Annual WWAD Celebration. This year’s celebration is scheduled for November 7th at Franklin Park – stay tuned for additional details.
Arrangements for prizes can be made if you aren’t able to attend the celebration.
Submit Your Results:
Visit this page to submit your final results between October 1st and November 1st.
Helpful Tips/Resources
We’ll be sharing tips and ideas for each challenge throughout the year, including healthy recipes, local health events, and more. Stay tuned to this website and sign up for our newsletter to follow along.
Recipe of the Month
- April: Coming Soon
Local Health & Wellness Events
Below are ideas of events/classes that count towards the challenge to “Attend a Health & Wellness Event”.
- Get Healthy Franklin County: monthly wellness events led by Dr. Christen Johnson
- Columbus Recreation and Parks fitness classes
- YMCA fitness classes
- Uplift Her: June 24, 2206
- Ohio State Fair Healthy Aging Expo: July 2026 (Date TBD)
- Black Men’s Wellness Day: August 8, 2026
- CRPD Senior Wellness Jamboree: Fall 2026 (Date TBD)
Walk At Home Videos:
Follow along with the videos below to complete your “Walk at Home workout” challenge.