July 2025 WALK-A-PALOOZA

WALK-A-PALOOZA — a two-month run/walk challenge designed to get you moving over the summer months. Walk, Jog, Hike, Ruck or Run 100 miles by August 31st.  

Challenge Dates:
July 1st – August 31st

The Goal:

• Walk and/or run 50 miles in July

• Walk and/or run 50 miles in August
  That’s 100 miles over two months — your pace, your time, your mission.

Tracking Rules:

• Only deliberate walks or runs count — not the accumulation of daily movement.

• All miles must be tracked via a treadmill monitor, smartphone, wearable device, or app. This is for your accountability and goal setting. You will NOT be required to submit.

• Log your miles each day using the WALK-A-PALOOZA tracking sheet.

How to Participate:

• This is a pass/fail challenge — hit the 50-mile mark each month to pass.

• Submit your completed log by September 5th to:
  healthandladders@boston.gov

30 Minute Walking Workouts for the Firehouse: 

The Ascending Walking Workout - HERE

12-3-30 Treadmill Workout - HERE