Challenger Plus Level
The Challenger Plus Level offers the nutrition information, motivation and tools you need to fuel your life, overcome obstacles and feel amazing. Challenger Plus participants enjoy all the fitness resources, tools and benefits of the Challenger Level including the printable workout log, 8-week workout plan, videos and blogs on the resources page and weekly challenges and themes.
You’ll also receive access to an 8-week nutrition workshop webinar series developed by Karrie Bach, RD and Integrative
and Functional Medicine Dietitian. This workshop is designed to teach you what to eat, how to eat and when to eat as well as to help you overcome your biggest nutritional challenges. We will use Zoom to conduct webinars; recordings available if you
are not able to attend live.
Nutrition Workshop Details
Nutrition workshop without Challenge participation available.
Challenger Plus Includes
- Participation in the weekly leader board; you provide your data, and we post leaders weekly.
- Three fitness assessments with YMCA Health & Fitness staff, helping you track your improvements. Fitness assessments include a 6-minute run/walk, push-ups and pull-ups (pull-ups and push-ups can be modified).
- 3 Inbody Scans, a painless process that measures fat mass, muscle mass and body water levels.
- Access to the Fitter, Stronger, Faster Challenge Facebook group, a community developed for this challenge. Participation is optional, but it’s an opportunity to find support, motivation and learning. Share your story, find inspiration in others’ stories and enjoy support from YMCA personal trainers and wellness coaches.
- 8-week nutrition workshop webinar series
- A YMCA T-Shirt
- Eligible for victory prizes
You’ll follow these guidelines:
- 3 cardio workouts per week – 30 minutes or more
- 2 strength workouts per week – 8 to 10 exercises
- 1 flexible training session per week – includes stretching, yoga or Pilates
- Support your exercise efforts by eating well and drinking plenty of water. Focus on eating a variety of vegetables, lean protein and whole grains each day. Avoid processed foods and sugary beverages or snacks as much as possible.
- Update the challenge leader board weekly.
- Take part in the three fitness assessments and InBody Scans to track your improvement.