Since its inception in 2002, Live Healthy Iowa has evolved into multiple wellness challenges and events that inspire thousands of Iowans to make healthy choices. These opportunities provide Iowans with tools and resources necessary to improve the health of our state!

2019 Challenges & Events

Adult Opportunities

• 10 Week Wellness Challenge | January 14-March 22
• Live Healthy Iowa 5K | April 13
• Strut Your Pup Challenge | April 15-May 24
• Burst Your Thirst Challenge | June 10-July 19 
• The Next Step Challenge | September 9-October 18

Youth Opportunities

• Live Healthy Iowa 5K | April 13
• Governor's Youth Action Award | TBA 
• Go The Distance MAY | May 1-31
• Live Healthy Iowa Kids Track Championships | Local meets April-May, State meet June 
• Fall Fitness Day/Healthiest State Walk | October 2