Gear Up for Football!

UA employees fueled their excitement for football season with the Gear up for Football challenge between August 18th and September 5th. 200 people signed up to participate in the MoveSpring app with the goal of increasing their movement and football knowledge.

The Challenge:

Participants joined a team and were asked to travel around campus to iconic football spots and snap some photos along the way. They logged their walks in the MoveSpring app and any additional movement they chose to complete – runs, bike rides, stretching, strength training, swimming, etc. Then they shared their journey and photos with everyone in the challenge.

Alabama football field taken from high up in the stadium seating

white building with red awning and alabama script A. Red rama jama's neon sign on the front

large elephant statue with trunk up in the air silhouetted with the sun in the back

Plaque that reads: "Alabama Crimson Tide. University of Alabama Athletic Student Services"

concession stand under the stadium awning with Bear's Den sign on top.

If interested in receiving 15 WellBAMA Rewards points, participants had to average 8,000 steps per day. Every few days, participants received tips and check ins to stay motivated and accountable.

The Results:

During the 19 challenge days, the 200 participants logged 23,849,742 steps totaling 10,635 miles. Many photos were shared, and 92 participants averaged 8,000 steps/day to received WellBAMA Rewards points. You could feel the hype for the Crimson Tide! We also awarded the 3 participants who shared the most photos in the chat with stress ball dumbbells.

Last but not least, congratulations to the top 5 teams!