Join the MVP Fitness Court Challenge
Grab a friend and join the MVP Fitness Court Challenge to benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness New York State (NAMI-NYS)! Everyone 18 years of age and older, of all abilities and fitness levels, is welcome to participate in this social event meant to inspire you and a teammate to have fun, move your body, and get out in the fresh air and sunshine! Are you up for the challenge? Learn more below.
Get Outside and Get Active for a Good Cause!
In a special collaboration, MVP has teamed up with the National Alliance on Mental Illness New York State (NAMI-NYS) to highlight the vital link between physical activity, social connections and mental well-being. To show our commitment to the cause, MVP will donate $5 to NAMI-NYS for each person who signs up.
While the event is free, please consider donating to NAMI-NYS as well! MVP with match your donations up to an additional $2,000. Let’s get active and support mental health together!
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Event Details
The challenge will be held at MVP Fitness Courts across New York State on Thursday, September 19, 2024, from 3:30-6:30 pm.
Browse the MVP Fitness Court Challenge FAQ (PDF) to see answers to commonly asked questions.
In the event of inclement weather, the challenge will be rescheduled for Thursday, September 26, 2024, from 3:30-6:30 pm. All participants will be notified of the change via email.
Choose from one of three locations at registration:
SUNY Schenectady
*On Campus, along Mohawk-Hudson Bike Trail
Access Point: 78 Washington Avenue Schenectady, NY 12305
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The event is FREE and open to the public, but registration is required. You will receive an email after you register that you will need to fill out and send back to us with your teammate's name. You both must sign up separately and be 18 years of age or older to participate.
Move Your Body, Score, and Celebrate: Your Guide to the MVP Fitness Court Challenge
Here’s a quick rundown of what to expect:
Before You Arrive
Dive in and learn all about Fitness Courts! Our partner, National Fitness Campaign, offers a great website and free app that effortlessly guides you through the seven Fitness Court stations.
Check-In
Familiarize yourself with the Fitness Court, chat with our fitness instructor, and check out our Instagram for exercise references.
Pre-Challenge
While you wait for your start time, familiarize yourself with the Fitness Court, warm up, and chat with our fitness instructor.
The Challenge
Arrive at the Fitness Court two minutes before your heat for a demo! Partner A starts the exercises while Partner B tracks reps, then you switch. Each station follows a Tabata (high-intensity interval training) format of 40 seconds of exercise and 20 seconds of rest/transition.
The challenge is to see how many reps you can complete doing seven movements in seven minutes at seven Fitness Court stations:
- Bicycle crunches (core)
- Squats (squat)
- Push-ups (push)
- Alternating lunges (lunge)
- Ring-rows (pull)
- Lateral shuffles (agility)
- Alternating single leg Romanian dead lifts (bend)
The higher number of reps you complete, the higher your score.
Post-Challenge
Submit your scorecards at the MVP table. Each participant will receive two raffle tickets - one for a free raffle basket entry and one for a free, refreshing Kona ice.
Awards
Awards go to the top three performing pairs at each Fitness Court.
Tie-Breaker
In case of a tie, it’s burpee time! The pair with the most burpees in 30 seconds wins. Be present or forfeit.
What is an MVP Fitness Court?
An MVP Fitness Court is an outdoor gym that offers free and accessible circuit training to everyone wanting a full-body workout in just seven minutes! Come try it out for yourself and see how much fun it is!
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MVP Well-Being Resources
MVP Health Care’s Living Well Programs are designed to support your journey to a healthier lifestyle. We offer a variety of free classes and workshops from fitness classes to educational webinars for all activity levels. These resources are available both in-person and virtually, making wellness available for everyone.
Always check with your doctor before beginning an exercise program. For accommodations of persons with special needs, call 1-800-665-7924 (TTY 711), seven days a week, 8 am–8 pm Eastern Time. From April 1–September 30, call 8 am–8 pm Eastern Time, Monday–Friday.
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Last Updated: 8/7/24