LLRC Programs

Program Overview:

Anyone 18-years of age and older can form a team. All teams may consist of 1-10 members, with teams to choose which program(s) they wish to participate in. 

Over the course of  10 weeks, teams will track their fitness activity through the spreadsheet found at the front desk of the LLRC, or through an electronic Google Sheet if desired. Each week, on Monday, the leader board will be updated and displayed at the LLRC. 

Teams may register in the “Run” Across Iowa option, the “Beef” Weightlifting Challenge, or both. The New Year Reset Division is a non-competitive division to focus on wellness and starting the new year off on the right foot. 

The Winter Wellness 2025 program at the Lifelong Learning and Recreation Center (LLRC) is designed to promote healthy activities and habits during the winter months. The event will run from January 13th to March 25th, offering three exciting options for participation. Team captain or contact person needs to sign up the team at the LLRC, and collect t-shirt sizes for each team member. All members of the team must have a membership at the LLRC to participate.

How To Participate:

Complete the team registry at the LLRC, or email registration information to llrc@nwicc.edu

Recruit your team members and establish a team name. Teams cannot be more than 10 individuals (includes team captain). Designate a team captain (the captain is responsible for gathering activity records to share with the Google Spreadsheet or LLRC front desk. 

Option 1: “Run” Across Iowa (Competitive Division)

Form a team (up to 10 members) and work together to cover the 312 miles of Highway 18, which stretches across Iowa. Participants can walk, run, bike, or use ellipticals to log their miles in the comfort of the LLRC. All miles must be recorded on LLRC machines or the walking track.

Option 2: “Beef” Weightlifting Challenge (Competitive Division)

Gather up to 10 team members to lift the total weight of beef sold during the 11 days of the Iowa State Fair (28,000 pounds). You can follow any workout plan, but make sure to use the provided weightlifting chart to log the amount of weight lifted. This challenge encourages teamwork and physical strength!

Option 3: New Year Reset (Non-Competitive Division)

Focus on a holistic approach to health with these simple yet powerful habits:

• Drink 64 oz of water per day
• Eat well-balanced meals
• Minimum 6 hours of sleep per night
• Limit screen time to one hour before bed
• Complete 30 consecutive minutes of activity daily.
• This option is perfect for those looking to reset their health habits and build a solid foundation for a healthy lifestyle.

Prizes & Extra Fun

• Prizes will be awarded to qualifying members based on completion in any of the options.
• Mini-games or extras will be included throughout the event.
• There will be a grand prize drawing for those with the most miles logged and the most weight lifted.

Strong Mind, Strong Body. This is your chance to commit to health, fitness, and wellness during the winter months while having fun and staying motivated. Get started today and make Winter Wellness 2025 your best year yet!