Crosstown Throwdown Move Challenge
Monday, Jan. 22 - Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024
Kent State faculty and staff are invited to join the excitement of the "2024 Crosstown Throwdown Move Challenge!" This inclusive fitness challenge is a collaboration between the faculty and staff at the University of Akron and Kent State University, aiming to promote well-being, camaraderie, and a healthy dose of friendly competition. We encourage all levels of fitness and abilities to participate. Every move counts! Winner will be announced at the Kent State @ Akron Men's Basketball Game on Saturday, Feb. 24.
Why Join
- Build community across our campuses.
- Prioritize well-being through physical activity.
- Compete for the coveted "Crosstown Throwdown" trophy!
- Enjoy a sense of accomplishment and fun.
Cost
- $10/person
- Includes Crosstown Throwdown t-shirt
How to Participate
Step 1
Register online between Monday, Jan. 1 - Sunday, Jan. 28 @midnight.
Step 2
Move, groove, and stay active in any way that suits you! Walking the dog, shoveling snow, riding a bike, walking! Time for each movement is converted into points. For example, jogging =156 points/minute, shoveling snow = 133 points/minute. For the complete list of activities to points conversion chart, click link below.
If you reach 200,000 points, you will get a Crosstown Throwdown Move Challenge Tumbler!
Move Challenge Conversion Chart (PDF)
Step 3
Submit every activity that you would like to count towards your team’s movement total using the link below.
Crosstown Throwdown Results Dashboard
Stay Connected
Follow our social media channels @KSURecWell for updates, tips, and shoutouts!
Let's make the 2024 Cross-Town Throw Down Move Challenge an unforgettable experience for our faculty and staff. Grab a colleague and let's move together!