{"id":32957,"date":"2025-09-11T08:24:05","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T12:24:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/?p=32957"},"modified":"2025-09-12T07:05:25","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T11:05:25","slug":"fall-wellness-challenges-to-boost-employee-well-being","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/fall-wellness-challenges-to-boost-employee-well-being\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Fall Wellness Challenges to Boost Employee Well-Being"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(0 0 0 \/ 0.1); padding: 25px 25px 10px; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 4px 6px -1px rgb(0 0 0 \/ 0.1), 0 2px 4px -2px rgb(0 0 0 \/ 0.1);\">\n<h3 id=\"h-pressed-for-time-here-s-a-quick-summary\" class=\"wp-block-heading nitoc\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW154976342 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW154976342 BCX0\">Short on time? Here are the key takeaways<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW154976342 BCX0\">:<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW105943975 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105943975 BCX0\">Fall is a season <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105943975 BCX0\">of<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105943975 BCX0\"> transition<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105943975 BCX0\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105943975 BCX0\">,<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW105943975 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105943975 BCX0\"> making it an ideal time <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105943975 BCX0\">to launch<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105943975 BCX0\">wellness challenges that reset routines and encourage healthier habits.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW105943975 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW32861299 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32861299 BCX0\">Seasonal stressors like back-to-school schedules, holiday planning, and shorter days<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW32861299 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32861299 BCX0\"> can affect employee well-being, making proactive<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32861299 BCX0\">support essential<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32861299 BCX0\"> for workplace wellness.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW11923196 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11923196 BCX0\">Fall wellness challenges offer engaging ways<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW11923196 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11923196 BCX0\"> to promote physical activity, mental health, and meaningful connections <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11923196 BCX0\">during<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11923196 BCX0\"> seasonal shifts<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11923196 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW107437864 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107437864 BCX0\"><strong>With creative themes and rewards<\/strong>,<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW107437864 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107437864 BCX0\">fall<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107437864 BCX0\"> challenges can boost morale and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107437864 BCX0\">promote<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107437864 BCX0\"> lasting <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107437864 BCX0\">habits<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107437864 BCX0\"> that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107437864 BCX0\">carry<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107437864 BCX0\"> into winter and beyond.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW107437864 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the days grow cooler and the leaves begin to change, fall offers an opportunity to reset routines and refocus on well-being. With back-to-school schedules, holiday planning, and shorter daylight hours, this season can bring new energy as well as fresh challenges for employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A fall wellness challenge is a fun, engaging way to help teams stay active, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/mental-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">support mental health<\/a>, and build healthier habits that carry into the winter months and beyond. By embracing the unique rhythms of the season, employers can create experiences that inspire connection, boost morale, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/importance-of-employee-well-being-in-the-workplace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">promote well-being at work<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-fall-wellness-challenges-to-boost-well-being-at-work\">8 Fall Wellness Challenges to Boost Well-Being at Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-stress-less-challenge\">1. Stress Less Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image center-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"314\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Stress-Less-Challenge.png\" alt=\"Illustration of a person meditating in front of a brain with pink leaves, with the text \u2018Stress Less Challenge\u2019 below.\" class=\"wp-image-32992\" style=\"width:251px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Stress-Less-Challenge.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Stress-Less-Challenge-287x300.png 287w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Fall often triggers new stressors as families adjust to back-to-school routines, individuals plan for the holidays, and teams face end-of-year project deadlines. While some pressure can be motivating, prolonged or unmanaged stress can negatively affect physical health and emotional well-being. In fact, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/healthy-lifestyle\/stress-management\/lower-stress-how-does-stress-affect-the-body\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">chronic stress has been linked<\/a> to a heightened risk of digestive problems, weight gain, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, memory issues, and even heart disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wellable\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/stress-less-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stress Less Challenge<\/a> allows employees to explore simple, practical techniques for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/workplace-stress-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">managing stress in healthy ways<\/a> throughout every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; background-color: #fce8d6; color: #1b1d35; padding: 20px;\"><strong>How It Works:<\/strong> During the challenge, employees are encouraged to practice six unique Stress Less Exercises, each of which is designed to help participants explore new stress management techniques. Each time a participant practices an exercise, they earn entries into a raffle for prizes. At the end of the challenge, three grand prize winners are selected.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stress Less Exercises include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mindful Meditation:<\/strong> Focusing attention on the present moment to increase awareness and reduce anxiety<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Breath Control:<\/strong> Using slow, deep, and intentional breathing patterns to calm the nervous system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Relaxation Response:<\/strong> Triggering the body\u2019s natural relaxation state through techniques like progressive muscle relaxation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yoga:<\/strong> Combining movement, stretching, and breathwork to reduce tension and improve mental clarity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guided Imagery:<\/strong> Visualizing calming or positive scenes to reduce stress and anxiety<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grounding Techniques:<\/strong> Using sensory awareness (touch, sound, or sight) to anchor oneself in the present during stressful moments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"text-center mb-4\">\n  <a class=\"cs-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/stress-less-challenge\" data-url=\"employee-wellness-challenges\/stress-less-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"width:max-content\">\nLearn more about the Stress Less Challenge\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom:20px; background-color: #1b1d35; border: 1px solid #0a0a13; padding: 20px;\">\n<p class=\"mb-3\"><strong style=\"color: #ffffff\">Reward Ideas<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"my-0\">\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Wellness kits with items like essential oils, candles, herbal teas, or cozy blankets\u00a0<\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Meditation or mindfulness app subscriptions (e.g., Calm, Headspace, Balance)\u00a0<\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Gift cards for spa services, massages, or wellness experiences\u00a0<\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Self-care packages (e.g., journals, adult coloring books, gratitude cards)\u00a0<\/li>\n<li class=\"mb-0\" style=\"color: #ffffff\">Time-off rewards such as an extra personal day to relax and reset <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-gameday-hustle-challenge\">2. Gameday Hustle Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image center-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"207\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Gameday-Hustle-Challenge.png\" alt=\"A graphic featuring a football above a shield with the text \u2018Gameday Hustle Challenge\u2019 on a banner.\" class=\"wp-image-32993\" style=\"width:190px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Fall is synonymous with football season, typically running from late August to early February, making it the perfect time to connect wellness with a bit of friendly competition. Wellable\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/gameday-hustle-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gameday Hustle Challenge<\/a> gets employees moving by encouraging physical activity while weaving in fun facts and health tips inspired by the sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; background-color: #fce8d6; color: #1b1d35; padding: 20px;\"><strong>How It Works:<\/strong> Over the course of four weeks, participants earn Wellable Points for physical activity, which moves them closer to the virtual end zone. Individuals can compete solo or join a team, with team progress measured by the average number of points earned by all members. Rewards are distributed through raffles, and participants earn entries by making progress or completing milestones.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tips for a successful challenge:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Team size:<\/strong> Create teams of four to eight participants to balance camaraderie with accountability.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Engagement:<\/strong> Keep employees engaged by sharing weekly football trivia, wellness tips, or leaderboard updates.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accountability:<\/strong> Remind participants that zero points from one team member lowers the team\u2019s average, encouraging everyone to stay active.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"text-center mb-4\">\n  <a class=\"cs-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/gameday-hustle-challenge\" data-url=\"employee-wellness-challenges\/gameday-hustle-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"width:max-content\">\nLearn more about the Gameday Hustle Challenge\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom:20px; background-color: #1b1d35; border: 1px solid #0a0a13; padding: 20px;\">\n<p class=\"mb-3\"><strong style=\"color: #ffffff\">Reward Ideas<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"my-0\">\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Sports gear or fitness equipment (e.g., resistance bands, water bottles, foam rollers) <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Game tickets or streaming gift cards so winners can enjoy a real game or sporting event at home\u00a0<\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Customized team jerseys or T-shirts with company or challenge branding <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Gift card for athletic apparel (e.g., Nike, Adidas, Under Armour) <\/li>\n<li class=\"mb-0\" style=\"color: #ffffff\">Home tailgate kits with a cooler, picnic blanket, and insulated tumblers <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-gratitude-challenge\">3. Gratitude Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image center-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"289\" height=\"214\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Gratitude-Challenge.png\" alt=\"Illustration of an orange heart with hands inside, framed by laurel branches, with the text \u2018Gratitude Challenge\u2019 below.\" class=\"wp-image-32996\" style=\"width:256px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In the U.S., Thanksgiving is a hallmark of the fall season, while around the world, holidays like China\u2019s Mid-Autumn Festival and Germany\u2019s Erntedankfest\u202ftradition celebrate harvest and abundance. These seasonal occasions act as reminders to pause and practice gratitude. Taking time to recognize the good things in life <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/7-health-benefits-of-gratitude\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">positively impacts health<\/a>, boosting resilience, reducing stress, and strengthening connections. Wellable\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/gratitude-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gratitude Challenge<\/a> helps participants build this important skill by providing creative ways to practice gratitude during the challenge and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; background-color: #fce8d6; color: #1b1d35; padding: 20px;\"><strong>How It Works:<\/strong> The challenge begins with a short kickoff video highlighting the health benefits of practicing gratitude. Each subsequent week, participants are introduced to a new Gratitude Exercise by watching an engaging video and logging their completion of an associated activity to earn Wellable Points. Every completed exercise earns entries into a Wellable Points-based raffle, where each Wellable Point earned equals one entry into the raffle.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gratitude Exercises include:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gratitude Journaling:<\/strong> Writing down things you are thankful for each day to build mindfulness and positivity&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Body Gratitude Meditation:<\/strong> Focusing on appreciation for the body and its abilities&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thank You Letter:<\/strong> Writing a note of thanks to someone who has made a difference in your life&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Savoring Surroundings:<\/strong> Pausing to notice and appreciate the beauty in your environment&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gratitude Reminder:<\/strong> Using cues\u2014like a sticky note, calendar alert, or push notification\u2014as a trigger to reflect and be grateful&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gratitude Reflection:<\/strong> Looking back at positive moments from the day or week to reinforce appreciation&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practicing Praise:<\/strong> Offering sincere compliments to colleagues, friends, or family to spread gratitude&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"text-center mb-4\">\n  <a class=\"cs-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/gratitude-challenge\" data-url=\"employee-wellness-challenges\/gratitude-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"width:max-content\">\nLearn more about the Gratitude Challenge\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom:20px; background-color: #1b1d35; border: 1px solid #0a0a13; padding: 20px;\">\n<p class=\"mb-3\"><strong style=\"color: #ffffff\">Reward Ideas<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"my-0\">\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Journals or gratitude-themed books to encourage continued reflection <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Mindfulness kits (e.g., candles, essential oils, calming teas) <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Gift cards for experiences such as coffee shops, restaurants, yoga studios, or local wellness spots <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Charitable donations made in winners\u2019 names to reinforce the spirit of gratitude and giving back <\/li>\n<li class=\"mb-0\" style=\"color: #ffffff\">Personalized stationery for writing thank-you notes or reflections <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-healthy-holidays-challenge\">4. Healthy Holidays Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image center-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"244\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Healthy-Holidays-Challenge.png\" alt=\"Colorful illustration of smiling shapes wearing party hats under a string of festive pennant flags, with the text \u2018Healthy Holidays Challenge\u2019.\" class=\"wp-image-33002\" style=\"width:256px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The holidays are on the horizon, and between the festive meals, busy schedules, and end-of-year commitments, healthy habits can be harder to maintain. Wellable\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/healthy-holidays-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Healthy Holidays Challenge<\/a> helps employees stay balanced during this season by offering fun, practical ways to make smart choices around <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/nutrition-tracking-in-wellness-programs\/#h-a-modern-look-at-nutrition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nutrition<\/a>, physical activity, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/wellness-services\/self-care-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">self-care<\/a>, so they can enjoy the festivities while still feeling their best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; background-color: #fce8d6; color: #1b1d35; padding: 20px;\"><strong>How It Works:<\/strong> The Healthy Holidays Challenge can run for four to nine weeks as either an individual- or team-based challenge, with each week focusing on a different holiday health topic. Participants earn Wellable Points by logging healthy activities, such as cycling, walking, running, or nutrition tracking, that help them stay on track during the busy season. Every point earned counts as an entry into a raffle, and five grand prize winners will be selected at the end of the challenge.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tips for a successful challenge:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Focus on balance: <\/strong>Encourage participants to set realistic goals so they can enjoy holiday traditions while still prioritizing health.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weekly spotlights: <\/strong>Share timely reminders and resources each week, like healthy recipe swaps, mindful eating tips, or stress-reducing activities, to keep participants engaged.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Community support: <\/strong>Create opportunities for employees to share their favorite healthy holiday tips, recipes, or traditions through company communication channels to build connections.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Celebrate progress: <\/strong>Recognize both small wins and big milestones throughout the challenge to keep employees motivated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"text-center mb-4\">\n  <a class=\"cs-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/healthy-holidays-challenge\" data-url=\"employee-wellness-challenges\/healthy-holidays-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"width:max-content\">\nLearn more about the Healthy Holidays Challenge\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom:20px; background-color: #1b1d35; border: 1px solid #0a0a13; padding: 20px;\">\n<p class=\"mb-3\"><strong style=\"color: #ffffff\">Reward Ideas<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"my-0\">\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Seasonal gift baskets with healthy fall- or winter-inspired snacks, festive teas, or self-care items <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Wellness-related gadgets such as fitness trackers, massage tools, or reusable water bottles <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Extra day of PTO to relax and make the most of the holidays <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Healthy holiday cooking kits with cookbooks, healthy baking sets, or spice bundles to inspire balanced seasonal meals <\/li>\n<li class=\"mb-0\" style=\"color: #ffffff\">Fall and winter wellness gear like branded thermoses, cozy blankets, or wellness swag with seasonal flair <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-candy-corn-to-candy-cane-challenge\">5. Candy Corn to Candy Cane Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image center-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"276\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Candy-Corn-To-Candy-Cane-Challenge.png\" alt=\"Illustration of a smiling candy corn and candy cane with the text \u2018Candy Corn to Candy Cane Challenge\u2019 above them.\" class=\"wp-image-33010\" style=\"width:246px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>From Halloween through the end of the year, themed parties, sweet treats, and busy schedules can distract employees from focusing on their well-being. Wellable\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/candy-corn-to-candy-cane-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Candy Corn to Candy Cane Challenge<\/a> keeps wellness front and center during the holiday stretch, helping participants stay mindful of their habits while still enjoying all the fun the festivities have to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; background-color: #fce8d6; color: #1b1d35; padding: 20px;\"><strong>How It Works:<\/strong> Each week of the challenge, participants receive a health tip on an important holiday wellness topic, along with a single-question Trivia Challenge covering financial wellness, immunity, and more. After logging completion, participants earn Wellable Points and are entered into a raffle to win prizes, meaning the more trivia they complete, the greater their odds of winning. Raffle winners are announced weekly, and at the end of the challenge, three grand prize winners are rewarded.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tips for a successful challenge:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Consistency:<\/strong> Encourage participants to complete each weekly Trivia Challenge to build steady engagement.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Community fun:<\/strong> Highlight trivia winners or wellness-related fun facts in a weekly email or Slack channel to spark conversation.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inclusive participation:<\/strong> Emphasize that the raffle system means everyone has a chance to win, not just top performers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"text-center mb-4\">\n  <a class=\"cs-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/candy-corn-to-candy-cane-challenge\" data-url=\"employee-wellness-challenges\/candy-corn-to-candy-cane-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"width:max-content\">\nLearn more about the Candy Corn to Candy Cane Challenge\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom:20px; background-color: #1b1d35; border: 1px solid #0a0a13; padding: 20px;\">\n<p class=\"mb-3\"><strong style=\"color: #ffffff\">Reward Ideas<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"my-0\">\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Fall-to-winter themed gift baskets (e.g., pumpkin spice teas, dark chocolate, peppermint treats, cozy socks) <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Experience rewards (e.g., cooking classes, holiday market\/local event tickets) <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Seasonal wellness items like insulated mugs, thermoses, or mini humidifiers <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Festive self-care kits with candles, aromatherapy, or journals <\/li>\n<li class=\"mb-0\" style=\"color: #ffffff\">Extra PTO hours to enjoy holiday downtime <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-productivity-challenge\">6. Productivity Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image center-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"340\" height=\"202\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Productivity-Challenge.png\" alt=\"Illustration of a person at a desk with charts, graphs, and icons representing tasks and communication, with the text \u2018Productivity Challenge\u2019 below.\" class=\"wp-image-33027\" style=\"width:366px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Productivity-Challenge.png 340w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Productivity-Challenge-300x178.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 340px) 100vw, 340px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>As fall kickstarts new routines, shifting priorities, and holiday time-off, it\u2019s easy for employees to feel pulled in many directions at once. Wellable\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/productivity-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Productivity Challenge<\/a> helps participants find balance by building strategies to work smarter during this busy season. By focusing on meaningful outcomes rather than just deadlines, employees can boost efficiency, reduce stress, and create more space for the things that matter most at work and at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; background-color: #fce8d6; color: #1b1d35; padding: 20px;\"><strong>How It Works:<\/strong> During the challenge, participants will learn about productivity through short educational videos and practice strategies for prioritizing tasks, preventing procrastination, and managing time more effectively. After watching each video, they log the completion of an associated Productivity Exercise to earn Wellable Points and be entered into a raffle to win a reward. Three grand prizes will be awarded at the end of the challenge.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tips for a successful challenge:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Set clear intentions:<\/strong> Encourage participants to identify one productivity goal at the start of the challenge.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Promote sharing:<\/strong> Create space for employees to share their favorite hacks, apps, or routines for working smarter.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Celebrate progress:<\/strong> Highlight wins, like time saved or goals achieved, to keep employees motivated.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make it practical:<\/strong> Provide reminders that these strategies can be applied to both work tasks and personal priorities.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"text-center mb-4\">\n  <a class=\"cs-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/productivity-challenge\" data-url=\"employee-wellness-challenges\/productivity-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"width:max-content\">\nLearn more about the Productivity Challenge\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom:20px; background-color: #1b1d35; border: 1px solid #0a0a13; padding: 20px;\">\n<p class=\"mb-3\"><strong style=\"color: #ffffff\">Reward Ideas<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"my-0\">\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Productivity tools like planners or notebooks <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Noise-canceling headphones or desk accessories for a more efficient workspace <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Subscriptions to productivity or mindfulness apps <\/li>\n<li class=\"mb-0\" style=\"color: #ffffff\">Experiences like coworking passes, cooking classes, or sporting event tickets <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-sustainability-challenge\">7. Sustainability Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image center-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"317\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sustainability-Challenge.png\" alt=\"Illustration of a cityscape with wind turbines, trees, and eco-friendly elements, with the text \u2018Sustainability Challenge\u2019 above.\" class=\"wp-image-33022\" style=\"width:265px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sustainability-Challenge.png 375w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sustainability-Challenge-300x254.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The start of a new season is a great time to incorporate new, grounding habits that support personal well-being and the planet. Wellable\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/sustainability-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sustainability Challenge<\/a> encourages participants to explore practical ways to live more mindfully, with daily activities and tips that promote healthy, eco-friendly choices. By aligning individual actions with broader environmental goals, employees can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/habit-formation-in-the-workplace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">build lasting habits<\/a> that benefit themselves and contribute to a more sustainable future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; background-color: #fce8d6; color: #1b1d35; padding: 20px;\"><strong>How It Works:<\/strong> At the start of the challenge, participants receive resources on how simple lifestyle choices can support both personal health and the planet. Each day, they can log a Sustainability Activity to earn Wellable Points, and they\u2019ll also have the chance to complete a four-question Myth Buster Quiz for extra points. Every activity or quiz completion counts as an entry into regular raffles. Three grand prizes will be awarded at the end of the challenge.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Examples of Sustainability Activities:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bringing a reusable water bottle or coffee cup to work&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taking public transit, biking, or carpooling instead of driving alone&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choosing plant-based or locally sourced meals&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recycling or composting household or office waste&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practicing energy conservation (turning off lights, unplugging devices)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reusing items instead of single-use products&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spending time outdoors to reconnect with nature&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"text-center mb-4\">\n  <a class=\"cs-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/sustainability-challenge\" data-url=\"employee-wellness-challenges\/sustainability-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"width:max-content\">\nLearn more about the Sustainability Challenge\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom:20px; background-color: #1b1d35; border: 1px solid #0a0a13; padding: 20px;\">\n<p class=\"mb-3\"><strong style=\"color: #ffffff\">Reward Ideas<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"my-0\">\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Eco-friendly kits with reusable bags or bottles <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Gift cards for sustainable brands or local farmers\u2019 markets <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Plants or desk greenery  <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Solar-powered phone chargers or other green tech gadgets <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Charitable donations to environmental organizations in winners\u2019 names <\/li>\n<li class=\"mb-0\" style=\"color: #ffffff\">Experience rewards like outdoor adventure passes or community garden memberships <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-hooked-on-healthy-habits-challenge\">8. Hooked on Healthy Habits Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image center-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"661\" height=\"441\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Hooked-On-Healthy-Habits-Challenge_Large.png\" alt=\"Illustration of a woman drinking a smoothie and a man lifting a dumbbell while eating a healthy meal, surrounded by fruits and vegetables, with the text \u2018Hooked On Healthy Habits Challenge\u2019 below.\" class=\"wp-image-33028\" style=\"width:341px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Hooked-On-Healthy-Habits-Challenge_Large.png 661w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Hooked-On-Healthy-Habits-Challenge_Large-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 661px) 100vw, 661px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s adjusting to new schedules, settling back in from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/vacation-time-in-employee-well-being-and-productivity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">summertime vacations<\/a>, or getting used to shifting daylight hours, fall is a time to reset routines. This time of year offers a natural chance to reflect on daily patterns and build habits that better support long-term health and productivity. Wellable\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/hooked-on-healthy-habits-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hooked on Healthy Habits Challenge<\/a> helps participants break unhelpful routines and establish positive ones, offering practical strategies to create lasting change and align new rhythms with personal well-being goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; background-color: #fce8d6; color: #1b1d35; padding: 20px;\"><strong>How It Works:<\/strong> During the challenge, participants learn about habit formation through short educational videos and practice effective strategies to replace unhelpful behaviors with healthier routines. After completing each Healthy Habits Exercise, participants log their progress to earn Wellable Points and are entered into a raffle. At the end of the challenge, three grand prize winners are selected.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tips for a successful challenge:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Start small:<\/strong> Encourage participants to focus on one or two habits at a time for better success.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Promote reflection:<\/strong> Have employees track what works best for them to deepen awareness.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Encourage sharing:<\/strong> Create space for participants to share strategies or wins, helping build accountability.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Celebrate progress:<\/strong> Recognize both consistency and creativity in building new habits.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"text-center mb-4\">\n  <a class=\"cs-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/employee-wellness-challenges\/hooked-on-healthy-habits-challenge\" data-url=\"employee-wellness-challenges\/hooked-on-healthy-habits-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"width:max-content\">\nLearn more about the Hooked on Healthy Habits Challenge\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mb-4\" style=\"border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom:20px; background-color: #1b1d35; border: 1px solid #0a0a13; padding: 20px;\">\n<p class=\"mb-3\"><strong style=\"color: #ffffff\">Reward Ideas<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"my-0\">\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Personalized planners or journals <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Gift cards for wellness apps, bookstores, or coffee shops <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Wellness kits with items like water bottles, sleep masks, or resistance bands <\/li>\n<li style=\"color: #ffffff\">Experience rewards such as fitness classes, meditation workshops, or cooking demos <\/li>\n<li class=\"mb-0\" style=\"color: #ffffff\">Extra PTO hours to encourage rest and rejuvenation <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/resources\/template\/free-step-challenge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"475\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CTA-1-1024x475.png\" alt=\"Illustration of three people walking next to text that reads \u2018Looking for a DIY challenge? Download the Step Challenge Template now!\u2019 with an orange download button.\" class=\"wp-image-33033\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CTA-1-1024x475.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CTA-1-300x139.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CTA-1-768x356.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CTA-1-1536x712.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellable.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CTA-1-2048x949.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"dnd-section\">\n  <div class=\"row\">\n    <div class=\"col-12 dnd-column\">\n      <h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n      <div id=\"accordionFQA\" class=\"faq-accordion-one\">\n\n        <div class=\"card card-faq\">\n          <div class=\"card-header d-flex justify-content-between align-items-center accordion-button one collapsed\"\n               data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseFQA1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseFQA1\"\n               style=\"cursor: pointer;\">\n            <span><strong>What makes fall a good time for wellness challenges?<\/strong><\/span>\n            <span class=\"icon plus\"><\/span>\n          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapseFQA1\" class=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionFQA\">\n            <div class=\"card-body pt-0\" style=\"padding-right: 32px; padding-left: 20px\">\n              Fall brings natural shifts in routines and priorities, making it an ideal moment to encourage employees to reset habits, manage stress, and build healthier lifestyles.\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"card card-faq\">\n          <div class=\"card-header d-flex justify-content-between align-items-center accordion-button one collapsed\"\n               data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseFQA2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseFQA2\"\n               style=\"cursor: pointer;\">\n            <span><strong>How do fall wellness challenges work?<\/strong><\/span>\n            <span class=\"icon plus\"><\/span>\n          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapseFQA2\" class=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionFQA\">\n            <div class=\"card-body pt-0\" style=\"padding-right: 32px; padding-left: 20px\">\n              Each challenge focuses on a theme\u2014such as stress management, gratitude, or productivity\u2014and gives participants structured activities to complete to earn Wellable Points and be entered into raffles for rewards.\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"card card-faq\">\n          <div class=\"card-header d-flex justify-content-between align-items-center accordion-button one collapsed\"\n               data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseFQA3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseFQA3\"\n               style=\"cursor: pointer;\">\n            <span><strong>What types of activities are included in wellness challenges?<\/strong><\/span>\n            <span class=\"icon plus\"><\/span>\n          <\/div>\n          <div id=\"collapseFQA3\" class=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordionFQA\">\n            <div class=\"card-body pt-0\" style=\"padding-right: 32px; padding-left: 20px\">\n              Activities range from stress-reducing techniques like meditation and yoga to seasonal wellness trivia, habit-building exercises, sustainable actions, or team competitions.\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"card card-faq\">\n          <div class=\"card-header d-flex justify-content-between align-items-center accordion-button one collapsed\"\n               data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseFQA4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" 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