Central Ohio Challenge

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).
Click here to download or print the tracking sheet

Earn Prizes:

Redeem your points from the 2026 Challenge Passport 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.

Earn a free t-shirt by attending 5 or more walks between April and October. The 2026 t-shirt color is navy blue and can be picked up at the dates and locations below:

  • July 11, 2026 @ 9 AM – Dodge Park 
  • July 18, 2026 @ 9 AM – Woodward Park 
  • August 8, 2026 @ 8:30 AM – Far East Community Center 
  • August 15, 2026 @ 9 AM – Marion Franklin Community Center 
  • August 29, 2026 @ 8:30 AM – Special WWAD Event at the Westerville Farmers Market
  • November 7, 2026 @ 9 AM – Franklin Park (Annual Celebration Event)

Arrangements for prizes and t-shirts can be made if you aren’t able to attend any of the above dates or the celebration.

Please complete the Central Ohio T-Shirt Pick-Up form below to reserve your spot!

Click here to complete the t-shirt pick-up form

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. *Note that you’re welcome to make substitutes as needed based on preferences or dietary needs.

Recipe of the Month

Local Health & Wellness Events

Below are ideas of events/classes that count towards the challenge to “Attend a Health & Wellness Event”.

Walk At Home Videos:

Follow along with the videos below to complete your “Walk at Home workout” challenge.