October Fitness Challenges

Get ready fitness enthusiasts of Poole! The Dolphin Leisure Centre is bringing you some spooktacular challenges this October, just in time for Halloween. It's time to put your fitness skills to the test and see what you can achieve with these exciting challenges. Trust us, you won't want to miss out on this!

First up, we have the spine-chilling Spooky Step Challenge 2023. Get ready to walk the distance between England's spookiest towns, from the eerie Devil's Dyke in Brighton all the way to the haunting Upper Slaughter in the Cotswolds. To conquer this challenge, you'll need to track a whopping 245,000 steps in the month of October. Can you handle it?

If crushing candy is more your thing, we've got you covered with the Candy Crush Calorie Challenge 2023. The goal is simple – crush as many candy calories as you can throughout October. Keep track of your activity using your trusty planner or connect your device to monitor your progress. The more calories you crush, the better!

For all you water lovers out there, we present the Swim The English Channel 2023 challenge. Conquer the iconic 22-mile stretch between Dover and Calais right in the comfort of our pool. Take your time, as all swimming activity counts towards this incredible feat. You have until 31st December 2023 to make a splash and achieve victory!

But watch out! Our Everyone Active Zombie is on the loose in October, and it's up to you to stay one step ahead in our Zombie Run Challenge 2023. Log your running distance and try to outrun the Zombie. Can you keep your spot at the top of the leaderboard and avoid being caught? Lace up those running shoes and give it your all!

Last but not least, we have the epic Lands End to John O'Groats Cycle Challenge 2023. Get ready to pedal your way along the 874-mile journey from Lands End to John O'Groats. It's not about speed, but endurance. Track your cycling activity and reach milestones along the way. How far can you go before 30th November 2023?

No matter your preferred activity, there's a challenge waiting for you at the Dolphin Leisure Centre. Whether you love to walk, swim, run, or cycle, it's time to push your limits and join us in these incredible challenges. Connect your Fitbit, Strava, or MapMyRun device to automatically track your progress, or simply log your activity manually in your planner.

Don't let these fitness challenges slip through your fingers! This is your chance to show what you're made of and achieve greatness. So mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to embark on these thrilling adventures. The Dolphin Leisure Centre is waiting for you!