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We’re excited to launch the first-ever MACPA Fitness Challenge as part of our Social Series of events designed to bring our community together for some healthy fun.
The challenge kicks off September 8, 2025, and runs through October 15, 2025. Whether you join as an individual or with a team, it’s a great way to stay active during tax season and winter while connecting with peers.
Teams can include up to 50 participants (individuals welcome, too!). Team totals are calculated by average steps.
Award categories are based on the following team sizes, plus one overall winner:
Steps are tracked through the Challenge Runner app or by entering them manually at ChallengeRunner.com.
The deadline to sign up is 11:59 p.m. on September 7. Please make sure that you and each individual on your team sign up for the challenge on ChallengeRunner.
How does the challenge work? ⓘ
Q: Who can participate?
A: Both MACPA members and non-members (firm admin staff or professionals) are encouraged to sign up.
Q: How long is the challenge?
A: The challenge will run from September 8 and end on October 15, 2025. Your steps will start calculating September 8 at 12:00 a.m. and will stop calculating once the challenge ends at 11:59 p.m. on October 15.
Q: When is the deadline to sign up?
A: In order to participate, you must sign up by September 7 at 11:59 p.m.
Q: How are the winners calculated?
A: Steps are calculated by the team’s step average, and not the total number of steps per team. The team with the highest step average will win the challenge. Totals will be calculated after the challenge ends on April 15 and awards will be presented to the winning team in each of the following categories:
Q: I’m a sole practitioner, can I participate?
A: Yes! Teams of up to 50 team members are welcome to join, including individuals signing up as their own team. Please keep in mind that steps are calculated by the team’s average and not the total number of steps per team.
How do I register and set up my team? ⓘ
Q: How do I sign up?
A:
Q: What if I already have a ChallengeRunner account?
A: Login to your account at XXXXX, and then follow the steps to join.
Q: What if I don’t have a ChallengeRunner account?
A: Go to XXXXX, create an account, and you will be able to join the challenge. If you have issues joining, email Lauren McDonough at lauren@macpa.org and ask to be invited. Don’t forget that you must sign up by September 7 at 11:59 p.m. to participate.
Q: Can I invite coworkers to join the challenge?
A: Yes! Direct them to XXXXX where they can create an account and sign up.
Q: How do I select my team?
A: In the Challenge Log, to the right of where it says “Your challenge starts in X days,” click the “Select Team” button. If your team isn’t listed, select “Create New Team” to create your team.
Q: How do I select my team category/team size?
A: Select “Profile” at the top right corner of the website to select your team’s category (referred to as a “location”), which specifies your team’s size.
How do I track and log my activity? ⓘ
Q: How do I sync my device?
A: You can program your fitness device to automatically send your step count to ChallengeRunner, or input your data manually each day.
Steps:
Q: I have Apple Health but can’t sync the app via the website.
A: If you use Apple Health you cannot sync via the website; you must sync via the mobile app. After creating your account, download the ChallengeRunner app, enable it in your phone settings, then log in. The apps will sync within a few minutes.
Q: What if I have an issue syncing my device or forget to input my steps?
A: Not a problem. You can manually input your steps; just make sure you click “Save!” so they are recorded properly.
Q: How do I manually input my data?
A: Each night, before bed, check your step counter, login to ChallengeRunner, and enter your steps in the empty box next to your name.
Q: How can I see the number of steps my device logged?
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Q: Can I track other forms of exercise (cycling, elliptical training, etc.)?
A: Yes, you can convert other forms of exercise into steps by using the provided conversion chart.
Q: How can I track my team’s progress?
A: Once the challenge begins, login to ChallengeRunner (website or app) to view the leaderboard showing each team’s average steps. The top three teams will also be announced on the MACPA website and social channels.
If you need help registering or have any questions, feel free to contact Lauren McDonough, Director, Member Engagement: lauren@macpa.org | 443.632.2328
Make sure you keep an eye out for more Social Series events through MACPA Featured Events.
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