Health & Fitness Challenges

Are you looking to make ongoing healthy lifestyle changes through weight loss? Join a YMCA Challenge!

Health & Fitness Challenges at the YMCA are designed so that individuals of all levels of fitness can take steps towards healthy lifestyle changes, and approach weight loss in a safe, motivating, and supportive environment. 


YMCA Ultimate Summer Reset

June 1 - August 31, 2025 | Members: $180, Non-Members: $250

Get ready to transform your summer and reset your health with The Ultimate Summer Reset—a high-energy, team-based weight loss challenge designed to keep you motivated and accountable!

From June 1 to August 31, you’ll join a team of 8, led by one of our expert trainers. Choose the trainer that fits your style, rally your team, and push past limits together! Whether you’re looking to shed pounds, boost your energy, or build lasting healthy habits, this challenge is your chance to make it happen!

🔥 Why join?
Choose from 6 incredible trainers to guide you (4 in Fargo, 2 in Fergus Falls)
Team support & motivation
Fun & effective workouts
Expert coaching & accountability
A fresh start to a healthier you

📦 What’s Included?
️ Initial Personal Training Consultation to set goals & create a plan
️ Weekly trainer-led group session
️ 3 personal training sessions for individualized support
️ 3 InBody Composition assessments (Weeks 1, 6, and 12) to track progress
️ 10-minute weekly check-in calls for accountability & motivation
️ Weekly emails packed with health, fitness & nutrition insights

Spots are limited, and teams are filling up fast! Don’t wait—register today and take the first step toward your ultimate summer transformation!

Click Here To Register For A Fargo Team

+ ULTIMATE SUMMER RESET

Dates: June 1 - August 31
Fercho YMCA  |  Fergus Falls YMCA  |  Schlossman YMCA

Get ready to transform your summer and reset your health with The Ultimate Summer Reset--a high energy, team-based, weight loss challenge designed to keep you motivated and accountable. 

Choose the trainer/team that fits your style, rally your team and push past limits together. Whether you're looking to shed pounds, boost your energy or build lasting healthy habits, this challenge is your chance to make it happen. 

 

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+ TOUR DE FARGO / TOUR DE FERGUS FALLS

July 1 - 31
Fargo & Fergus Falls

 

The Tour de Fargo and Tour de Fergus Falls are your chance to cycle to victory! Rack up mileage by cycling outdoors, indoors, or in a cycling class and record your progress in the YMCA 360 app.

Keep yourself accountable and compete with other participants. There will be opportunities for "Group Rides" at the YMCA where you can meet up with other participants and log some mileage together. Plus, each week, we'll send an email to competitors with total updates, cycling tips and more. 

The ultimate goal is to bike 300 miles, but those looking for an extra challenge can go beyond for a chance to win our grand prize! 

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+ WINTER WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE

Dates: TBD
Fercho YMCA  |  Fergus Falls YMCA  |  Schlossman YMCA

Self-Led Program: Looking to make ongoing healthy lifestyle changes through weight loss? Join our Winter Weight Loss Challenge! A Certified Personal Trainer will help you map out a plan to reach your goals – join with friends for extra motivation!

+ LAZYMAN IRONMAN

March 1 - 31
Fercho YMCA  |  Fergus Falls YMCA  |  Schlossman YMCA
Distances: Full IRONMAN  |  Half IRONMAN  |  Olympic Triathlon  |  Sprint Triathlon

The LazyMan IronMan is a triathlon challenge created for everyone! Participants will have the opportunity to complete a Full or Half IRONMAN by swimming, biking, and running their way to the finish line at their own pace and in their own time. 

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