Question 1

What is the 365 Challenge?

Accepted Answer

The 365 Challenge is a year-long fitness challenge designed to help you stay active and consistent across the entire year. It rewards long-term consistency rather than daily streaks.

Question 2

Is the 365 Challenge about exercising every single day?

Accepted Answer

No. It is not a daily streak challenge. Missing a day does not reset your progress. The aim is consistency over time, not perfection.

Question 3

Do I need to use Strava?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The 365 Challenge uses Strava to automatically track eligible activities once you connect your account.

Question 4

What activities count?

Accepted Answer

Most common fitness activities count, including running, walking/hiking, cycling, swimming, gym/strength training, and many other recorded physical activities. The focus is on movement and consistency.

Question 5

How does scoring work?

Accepted Answer

Points are earned through active days, monthly challenges, and optional bonuses. There is a monthly cap on active-day points to encourage balance and avoid rewarding unhealthy extremes. See the 'About' page for full details.

Question 6

What happens if I miss time due to illness, injury, or life events?

Accepted Answer

Nothing bad happens. There are no streak resets or permanent penalties for short breaks. The system is designed so you can get back on track without stress.

Question 7

Is the 365 Challenge suitable for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Because it runs over a full year, small regular efforts add up and the challenge supports building a habit gradually.

Question 8

Is it suitable for experienced or competitive athletes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. More active participants often reach monthly caps earlier and then focus on challenges, bonuses, and friendly group competition while maintaining balance.

Question 9

Is the 365 Challenge free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The core 365 Challenge is free to join and participate in.

Question 10

Can I do the challenge with friends or a group?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can join or create groups to compare progress and encourage each other. It is designed to be motivating rather than pressurised.

Question 11

Is this a competition?

Accepted Answer

Not really, unless you want it to be. While we do have points and leaderboards, the main aim is personal consistency and habit-building across the year.

Question 12

When can I start?

Accepted Answer

You can join at any point during the year. Starting earlier helps, but the challenge is designed to remain motivating even if you start later.

Question 13

How do I join?

Accepted Answer

Sign up on the 365 Challenge website and connect your Strava account. After that, activities are tracked automatically.

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