About the Community Challenge
Welcome to the 14th Annual Healthier Texas Community Challenge
Welcome to the 14th Annual Healthier Texas Community Challenge! For more than a decade, Texans across the state have come together each new year to focus on their well-being, support their communities, and build habits that last. This year, we’re continuing that tradition with renewed energy, fresh tools, and a shared commitment to making 2026 our healthiest year yet. Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, we’re glad you’re here.
Did you participate last year? We'd love to hear from you.
Click here to share your Challenge story with us.
What's New for 2026?
A Brand New Community Challenge App!
Get ready for a smoother, more intuitive experience from start to finish.
Our new app will help you:
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Track your daily habits
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Encourage others in your community
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Access helpful tips and resources
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Stay motivated throughout the 8-week Challenge
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Use the platform seamlessly on both desktop and mobile
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Receive guidance from a free AI Health Coach
The app is launching soon, and we’ll let you know the moment it’s ready.
Be sure to complete the Interest Form so you don’t miss registration and launch updates.
Why the Healthier Texas Community Challenge?
Because every Texan deserves the chance to start the year with support, encouragement, and a clear path toward better health.
The Community Challenge is more than an event, it’s a movement. For 12 years, Texans across the state have come together to prioritize their well-being, build healthy routines, and remind one another that progress happens through small, consistent steps.
Here’s what makes the Challenge meaningful:
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It’s for everyone. No matter your age, fitness level, or starting point, you belong here.
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It builds real habits. Our goal is long-term wellness, not quick fixes.
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It brings communities together. Families, workplaces, neighborhoods, and entire cities rally behind a shared goal.
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It’s fun, supportive, and doable. Because building a healthier Texas starts with simple actions done consistently.
Let’s make 2026 the healthiest year yet — together.
Become a 2026 Challenge Ambassador
Want to help your community jump-start healthy habits this year? We’re looking for passionate Texans to serve as Challenge Ambassadors for the 2026 Community Challenge.
As an Ambassador, you’ll support outreach in your area, encourage others to join, and help build the momentum that makes this statewide movement so powerful. You don’t need to be a health expert—just someone who cares about your community’s well-being and wants to make a positive impact.
If you’re interested in learning more, simply indicate it on the Interest Form, and we’ll follow up with next steps.
Help us make Texas healthier—one community at a time!
Contact us today to learn more.
Get Involved as an Organization or Community Partner
Want to make an even bigger impact? Organizations, businesses, schools, municipalities, and community groups can join the Challenge as partners by:
- Taking the Partner Pledge: Commit to supporting health and wellness in your community.
- Accessing Free Resources: Toolkits, the app, and promotional materials equip you to inspire and support healthy change.
- Hosting or Promoting Events: Plug into our resources, host wellness events, or encourage participation within your networks.
By getting involved, you not only support your community’s health but also contribute to statewide efforts to make Texas a leader in wellness.
Featured Tools & Resources
Healthier Texas has created a variety of tools, resources, initiatives, and events to help you and your friends, family, and community live healthier.
Health Coaching
Free, health coaching assistance is just a call, text, or video chat away. Available in English and Spanish, our certified health coaches provide personalized, one-on-one support OR virtual and in-person group support to help you set and achieve health goals, establish and maintain healthier habits, and prevent and manage chronic conditions. Health Coaching Services offered by Healthier Texas in Tarrant, Bexar, and the Rio Grande Valley are funded in part through the generous support of H-E-B.
Free Fitness Classes
Healthier Texas offers free fitness classes to all Texans and all fitness levels! Formats include Zumba, yoga, MixxedFit and more. Classes are available in English and Spanish
Healthier Texas Summit
The Healthier Texas Summit is an annual event, where thought leaders and health champions, gather to connect, share innovative ideas, and cultivate cross-sector relationships essential for building a healthier Texas.
2024 Community Challenge Winners
Congratulations!
Great work to all of our challenge participants! TEXAS, you showed up and made 2024 the best Community Challenge yet!
Metro
San Antonio
2nd
Austin
3rd
Houston
Large
McAllen
2nd
Edinburg
3rd
Pasadena
Mid-Sized
Pharr
2nd
Harlingen
3rd
Baytown
Small
Los Fresnos
2nd
San Juan
3rd
Alamo
Extra Small
Smithville
2nd
Stockdale
3rd
La Joya
Thank you to our sponsor!
Stay Connected
We use social media to share resources, tools, and information to help you, your family, and your friends live healthy lives. It’s also a great way to join and connect with a growing network of Texans committed to making living healthy easier in our great state!
