Welcome to the HealthierU 2026 webpage! Here you’ll find information about all of our virtual wellness challenges. Programs will be published by semester; Spring 2026 offerings are available now, Summer 2026 programs and challenges will be released in early May, and Fall 2026 programs will be posted in early August.
To access webinar Zoom links, and registration forms for in-person classes and seminars, click here.
To find more information on our small group programs, such as the Diabetes Prevention Program, Healthy Heart, Healthy Workplace, and Pathways to Healthy Living, visit Individual Wellness Resources.
Spring 2026
Healthy Heart, Healthy Habits (Virtual Program)
Registration Dates: Jan. 5-Feb. 2, 2026
Program Dates: Feb. 2-20, 2025
Program Description:
Healthy Heart, Healthy Habits is a three-week virtual wellness program designed to help participants build daily routines that support life-long heart health. This program focuses on simple, sustainable habits that strengthen the heart, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being. Each day, participants are encouraged to complete at least one of the five heart healthy habits:
30 minutes of intentional cardiovascular movement: Engage in activities that elevate your heart rate, such as brisk walking, cycling, dance, or cardio workouts.
15 minutes of stress management: Practice techniques like deep breathing, guided meditation, stretching, or mindfulness exercises to support emotional and cardiovascular health.
Check your blood pressure: Stay informed by monitoring your blood pressure at home or at a pharmacy/community kiosk.
Consume your daily serving of fruits or vegetables: Follow guidance from MyPlate.gov to incorporate nutrient-dense produce into your meals.
Consume your daily serving of whole grains: Choose heart-healthy whole grains as outlined on MyPlate.gov, such as oatmeal, brown rice, quinoa, or whole-grain bread.
Throughout the program, participants will receive weekly motivational emails, educational resources on heart-healthy living, and opportunities to track progress and celebrate successes. Whether this is your first virtual wellness program or looking to reinforce consistent healthy habits, Healthy Heart, Healthy Habits offers a supportive and flexible way to prioritize your cardiovascular health, one healthy habit at a time.
Program Format:
Participants can select to record their data using the Stridekick app or using a pre-designed Excel sheet. Participants will choose their preferred participation format option on the registration web form.
Spring Into Motion (Virtual Challenge)
Registration Dates: Feb 16-27, 2025
Challenge Dates: March 2-29, 2025
Challenge Description:
Reboot your motivation, refresh your routine, and reignite your energy through daily movement. This challenge is designed to motivate you to sweep away routines of inactivity and spring into habits of consistent movement!
Join your colleagues in a friendly movement minute competition that will inspire you to get active and stay accountable. Whether you’re moving after work, on your lunch break, or between meetings, every minute counts! Track your movement minutes through Stridekick or using the pre-designed Excel sheet as you build momentum and boost your well-being.
Additional Program Detail:
Based on the feedback received from previous movement challenges, participants will select between two competition groups: beginner and advanced. The beginner group is designed for participants who are striving to reach a consistent routine of 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity per week. The advanced group is designed for participants who regularly exceed the recommended 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity per week.
Challenge Format:
Participants can select to record their data using the Stridekick app or using a pre-designed Excel sheet. Participants will choose their preferred participation format option and challenge group ( beginner or advanced) on the registration web form.
March to Graduation (Virtual Challenge)
More details will be published in March 2026!