How to Stay Consistent in 2026: The “Fitty 500” Mileage Challenge

Let’s be honest: New Year’s resolutions are kind of a scam.

Every January, we’re bombarded with “New Year, New You” ads that suggest we need to spend two hours at the gym or eat nothing but kale to be “fit.” As a certified personal trainer and a new mom, I’m calling bologna sandwiches on that!

Fitness shouldn’t be a punishment for what you ate, and it shouldn’t feel like a second job. It should be functional, achievable, and, dare I say it, fun.

That’s why I’m launching the Fitty 500!

What is the Fitty 500?

The Fitty 500 is a year-long virtual mileage challenge to walk, run, or hike 500 combined miles in 2026.

Before you gasp and close this tab…500 miles sounds like a trek across the country, but the math is actually beautifully simple. It’s 1.3 miles a day. That is a 25-minute stroll with the stroller, a quick jog before the house wakes up, or a few extra laps around the park while the kids play.

A Challenge for the “Rest of Us”

I’ve seen those challenges to run 2,026 miles in a year. They’re amazing! But for a lot of us (especially those of us balancing careers, motherhood, and the general chaos of life) that can feel impossible and just like a recipe for burnout.

I wanted something that promoted consistency over intensity. 500 miles is the “Goldilocks” of goals. It’s enough to improve your heart health and clear your head, but realistic enough that a week of the flu won’t ruin your progress.

The “Bling” at the Finish Line

Because we all love a little “participation trophy” energy, I’m making the finisher’s package extra special. When you hit your 500th mile, you don’t just get a pat on the back. You get:

• 🏅 A custom, heavy-duty Finisher’s Medal.
• 👕 An ultra-soft, limited-edition “I Crushed the Fitty 500” T-shirt.
• ✨ A branded Fitness Cult sticker for your water bottle or laptop.

How to Join the “Cult” (The Good Kind!)

Registration is officially OPEN! If you sign up before January 15th, you can snag the Early Bird pricing of just $43 (regularly $57).

Your registration includes:

1. Instant Access: My Fitty 500 Training Guide with warm-ups, cool-downs, and injury-prevention tips.
2. Tracking: Join our private Strava club to see your progress and cheer on others.
3. The Prize: Your shirt and medal sent right to your door once you finish!

Ready to lace up?

Whether you want to follow a Couch to 5K program or just want an excuse to get outside more often, I’d love to have you. Let’s make 2026 the year we stop punishing our bodies and start moving them because we can.