Physical Activity Campaign

Healthy Emory Connect: Physical Activity campaign

Make movement a priority and boost your well-being during the annual physical activity campaign. Regular physical activity is more than exercise; it’s a powerful tool for improving overall health and well-being. It can help prevent and manage chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, while also supporting mental and emotional health by reducing stress, anxiety, and depression. 

During the Move More Challenge, aim to include activities that fit your lifestyle, whether it’s walking, stretching, gardening, or dancing in your kitchen. Physical activity doesn’t have to be intense or time-consuming; it just needs to be consistent and meaningful to you. Record your minutes of physical activity using Healthy Emory Connect (Sharecare) and earn a medical plan well-being incentive or reward! 

And don’t forget to review the content we’ve selected to help you navigate your goals! See the How to Participate section to learn more.

About the Campaign

Who is Eligible?

Physical Activity is open to all benefits-eligible employees, as well as spouses and pre-65 retirees on an Emory medical plan.

When is it?

The Physical Activity campaign takes place from April 1 - May 31, 2026. The Move More challenge starts April 1, 2026.

What are the activities?

To earn your medical plan well-being incentive or be eligible for a Healthy Emory reward, you must complete all 5 activities: the Move More Challenge, read 2 articles, and watch 2 videos. You can access these activities using Healthy Emory Connect (Sharecare). 

Read the physical activity Articles (April 1 - May 31)

1. Ways Playing Protects Body and Mind. Play isn’t just for kids! This article explores how playful activities can reduce stress, improve mood, and support physical health, especially as we age. Rediscover the joy of movement and connection through play. 
2. The Easiest Exercise That Isn’t Walking. Tai chi and its simpler cousin, tai chi chih, offer gentle, low-impact movement that improves balance, reduces pain, and supports mental clarity. Learn how this “moving meditation” can fit into any lifestyle. 

Watch the physical activity Videos (April 1 – May 31)

1. How does progressive muscle relaxation reduce stress? Discover the calming power of progressive muscle relaxation (PMR), a simple technique that helps you release tension, lower stress, and improve mental clarity. This video walks you through how PMR works, why it’s effective, and how you can easily incorporate it into your daily routine to support emotional and physical well-being. 
2. Ask the Experts: 5 Reasons to do Yoga. Yoga is more than stretching, it’s a powerful tool for physical and mental well-being. In this expert-led video, discover five compelling reasons to make yoga part of your routine, from improving flexibility and reducing stress to boosting heart health and enhancing focus. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned yogi, these insights will inspire you to roll out your mat and breathe deeper.

Complete the Move More Challenge (May 1 – May 31)

Track a total of 630 minutes of exercise throughout the month of May and celebrate every step toward better health! You can log your progress in two easy ways: 

Manual Tracking: Enter your exercise minutes in the Activity Tracker on the challenge page. Be sure to click “Save” before closing so your progress counts. 

Auto Tracking: Want a simpler way? Sync your device with the Sharecare app for automatic tracking. For accurate results, start and stop workouts on your device and open the Healthy Emory Connect (Sharecare) daily to ensure data syncs properly. 

• Fitbit users: Connect directly to Healthy Emory Connect (Sharecare) for seamless tracking through your Fitbit app. 

• Other devices: First link to Apple Health or Google Fit, then allow those apps to sync with Healthy Emory Connect (Sharecare).

Join a Walking Group

Walking with others is a great way to stay active while building meaningful connections. Through our Well-being Champion network, Emory hosts walking groups twice a year—during the Physical Activity Campaign (April–May) and the Social & Community Campaign (September–October). These walks are all about moving together, sharing conversations, and boosting your well-being in a fun, supportive environment. 

Join us on the Quad for National Start Walking Day – the official kickoff of the Move More Challenge!

Celebrate the start of our annual challenge on April 1, 2026, with a fun, energizing event designed to get you moving. We’re partnering with Emory RecWell to bring you group walks, wellness activities, and expert tips to help you set your goals for the Move More Challenge. This is the perfect time to take your first steps toward better health and start logging your activity in Healthy Emory Connect (Sharecare) to earn incentives and rewards. 

How to Participate

To qualify for the medical plan well-being incentive or reward, you must complete all of the following: 

1. Educate: Review the Required Content 

• Sign in to healthyemory.sharecare.com or use the Sharecare application on your mobile device. 

• Go to Achieve > Rewards > Healthy Emory Connect, then select the Physical Activity tile. 

• Review all the content in its entirety 

• Select each of the following to complete: Foods to Fuel Your Workout, Slim Down with Green Snacks, Start Strong: How to Make a Healthy Breakfast, and Reclaim your Workday Meal Breaks 

2. Activate: Complete the Move More Challenge. 

• Join the challenge between May 1 – May31. 

• Create an account and sign in at healthyemory.sharecare.com or open the Healthy Emory Connect (Sharecare) . 

• Navigate to Achieve > Challenges, select Move More Challenge, and click Join. 

• Track your physical activity progress for at least 630 minutes for May. 

Important: Both the Move More Challenge and all content must be completed to earn your incentive or reward. 

Tracking your Progress

1. Sign into healthyemory.sharecare.com on your web browser or open your Healthy Emory Connect (Sharecare) app. 

1. Go to Achieve > Rewards > Healthy Emory Connect 

Any completed activities will appear under the "Completed activities" heading and will have a green checkmark next to them.  

Incentives and Rewards

On the Medical Plan

If you're enrolled in an Emory medical plan, you can earn a $100 medical plan well-being incentive by completing the Move More Challenge, reading both articles, and watching both videos.

Not on the Medical Plan

If you are not enrolled in an Emory medical plan, complete the Move More Challenge, read both articles, and watch both videos to earn a raffle entry for a chance to win rewards.

Need Help?

Contact Healthy Emory at healthyemory@emory.edu.
Contact Sharecare Support via their support page or call 855-428-1708.
Find your Well-being Champion.