March is the perfect time for a fresh start, and at Swellness, we've created an easy initiative that you can implement in your organization—The Greatness Challenge! This challenge helps employees build healthier habits by swapping a vice for a positive alternative. Whether it’s trading binge-watching for reading, swapping sugary sodas for water, or replacing mindless scrolling with outdoor walks, small changes can lead to big improvements in overall well-being.

Why the Greatness Challenge?

We all have habits that may not serve our best interests. The Greatness Challenge isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress. By encouraging employees to take small but impactful steps toward wellness, companies can foster a culture of self-improvement, mindfulness, and balance. Plus, healthy employees are happier, more engaged, and more productive!

 

How It Works

Choose a Vice – Encourage employees to identify one habit they’d like to improve. This could be anything from excessive caffeine consumption to skipping workouts.

Select a Positive Swap – Replace that habit with something that enhances well-being. For example, instead of an afternoon energy drink, try a short stretching break. Instead of ordering fast food, bring a nutritious lunch from home.

Track Progress – Provide a simple tracking method, whether through a shared digital leaderboard, an internal wellness app, or weekly check-ins.

Celebrate Success – Recognize participants who embrace the challenge and make meaningful changes. Consider offering incentives such as wellness-themed swag, gift cards, or an extra break day for those who complete the challenge. 

Engaging Your Employees

Make the challenge fun and interactive! Here are a few ways to keep employees motivated:

Team-Based Challenges – Allow departments or teams to compete in friendly competitions.

Weekly Themes – Focus on different aspects of well-being each week, such as hydration, movement, or mindfulness.

Social Sharing – Encourage employees to share their progress, tips, and wins in a dedicated Slack channel, company intranet, or email newsletter.

Leadership Participation – Have company leaders take part and share their own journey to set the tone for engagement.

Wellness Kits to Support the Challenge

To make participation even easier, we’ve curated wellness kits to help employees stay on track with their new habits.

Move More: On-the-Go Kit + Interval Walking Workout

Support employees who want to incorporate more movement into their day. The On-the-Go Kit includes resistance bands, a reusable water bottle, and an exclusive interval walking workout to fit fitness into any schedule.

No Gym? No Problem!

For those looking to swap out a sedentary routine for strength-building exercises, the No Gym, No Problem Kit features resistance bands, a jump rope, and a microfiber towel—perfect for at-home or outdoor workouts.

What’s for Lunch? Healthy Meal Prep Made Simple

Encourage employees to swap fast food for homemade meals with the What’s for Lunch Kit, which includes an insulated lunch bag, portion control containers, and a reusable utensil set for easy meal prep.

Healthy Snacking On-the-Go

For those looking to swap sugary snacks for nutritious alternatives, the Healthy Snacking Kit provides a portable snack container, a reusable water bottle, and a guide to mindful snacking choices.

Start Your Company’s Greatness Challenge

Launching this initiative is simple—Swellness provides the framework, and you tailor it to fit your team’s unique culture. By embracing the Greatness Challenge, your company can create a supportive environment that encourages healthier choices, personal growth, and workplace well-being.

Get Your Free Greatness Challenge Guide
To make it even easier, we've put together a free downloadable guide with everything you need to launch the challenge in your workplace. Download it here!

Want to reward participation?
We can help curate custom wellness incentives and giveaways for your team. Get in touch today!