QUARTER 1 - NEW YEAR KICKSTART

This information serves as the official rules and information guide for participants enrolled in the Total Health Challenge Series at the Wabash County YMCA. It will be emailed to participants, posted on the YMCA website, and available for pick up at the Wabash County YMCA Member Services Desk.

WEIGH IN PROCESS

INITIAL WEIGH‑IN (BASELINE REPORT)

Date & Time: TBA as the start date of each quarter, not before
Location: Wabash County YMCA Wellness Center

Participants will:

• Complete any final required paperwork and waiver
• Remove shoes and socks and empty all pockets
• Wear light clothing (shorts or lightweight bottoms and a t‑shirt recommended)
• No unnecessary heavy clothing is permitted
• Complete a full body composition analysis using the InBody 380

FINAL WEIGH‑IN (FINAL REPORT)

Date & Time: TBA as the end date of each quarter, not after
Location: Wabash County YMCA Wellness Center

Participants will:

• Complete a final body composition analysis using the InBody 380
• Disrobing beyond standard attire is not permitted

IMPORTANT WEIGH-IN NOTES

• Early final weigh‑ins are permitted with prior approval
• Alternate times may be arranged by contacting approved staff
• No weigh‑ins will be permitted after 9:00 PM on last day of quarter challenge - no exceptions

REQUIRED HEALTH EDUCATION CLASSES (PRIZE ELIGIBILITY)

Attendance at all four Health Classes (listed below) is required to be eligible for end‑of‑challenge awards.

CLASS SCHEDULE

Day(s) & Time: TBA All classes are held at 6:15 PM on the following Mondays:

• Class 1 – Motivation
• Class 2 – Nutrition
• Class 3 – Movement
• Class 4 - Habit Maintenance

CLASS REQUIREMENT ACROSS QUARTERS

These four education classes are required each quarter of the Total Health Challenge Series. While the core topics remain consistent, class discussions and content may vary based on season and group engagement.

Attendance is required during each challenge period, even for returning participants. These sessions are designed to provide a quarterly reset, reinforce key habits, and support long-term consistency rather than one-time participation.

ADDITIONAL CLASSES

If participant enrollment is high, additional evening class options may be offered during these weeks to accommodate schedules. Participants will be notified if additional sessions are added.

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT & ENGAGEMENT

INBODY SCALE REPORTS

Optional bi-weekly (every 2 weeks) InBody scans throughout the challenge
(Each scan is a $10 value and is included at no additional cost for participants)

ATTENDANCE‑BASED RAFFLES

To encourage consistency and YMCA engagement:

• Participants earn one raffle ticket for each YMCA check‑in
• Participants must scan their membership at each visit to receive credit
• Raffle drawings will occur at:
  • Week 6: Two $50 prizes ($100 total)
  • Week 8: Two $50 prizes ($100 total)
  • Week 10: Two $50 prizes ($100 total)
• Tickets are collected and cleared after each drawing period. New tickets are earned for the next raffle window.

AWARDS (RANKED HIGH TO LOW IN PRIORITY)

AWARD AMOUNTS

Top Male and Female Awarded in Each Category:

• Greatest Visceral Fat Loss: $400 each (Total $800)
• Greatest Percent Body Fat Loss: $300 each (Total $600)
• Greatest Lean Muscle Mass Gain (total pounds): $200 each (Total $400)
• Greatest Percent Body Weight Loss: $200 each (Total $400)

AWARD RULES

• Prizes awarded in the form of Visa gift cards
• Participants may win only one category
• If a participant qualifies for more than one category, the award will move to the next eligible participant
• Ties are broken using the next category in the priority order

WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT & CELEBRATION

Winners will be announced at an end-of-quarter celebration rally.

GENERAL RULES

• Participants must be 18 years or older by start date of each quarter challenge
• Late registrations and weigh-ins are allowed. Late fee: $40 members, $60 non-members. Final weigh-in date remains the same
• Open to both YMCA members and non‑members
• No refunds will be issued for withdrawal or disqualification
• YMCA staff reserve the right to clarify or modify rules if necessary
• To ensure fair comparison, participants using medical or surgical weight‑loss interventions (including GLP‑1 medications or bariatric procedures) at any time throughout the challenge, are ONLY eligible for awards in the Attendance-Based Raffles and the Lean Muscle Mass Gain category.
  • To support equal opportunity in outcome recognition, participants will be asked during registration to indicate whether they are currently using a medical or surgical weight loss intervention that may significantly impact weight or body composition results

ADDITIONAL DISQUALIFICATION CRITERIA

Participants may be disqualified for:

• Cheating or adding hidden weight at initial weigh‑in
• Missing the final weigh‑in without prior approval
• Pregnancy
• Body Mass Index (BMI) below 18.5
• Surgery resulting in significant weight loss during the challenge
• Having a pacemaker or other implanted electrical medical device. The InBody scale uses bioelectrical impedance analysis (a low-level electrical current) to measure body composition. For safety reasons, individuals with pacemakers or implanted electrical devices are not permitted to complete InBody scans.

QUESTIONS & CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions or to request alternate weigh‑in times, contact:

Brett Robinson
Wellness Coordinator
Email: wellness@wabashcountyymca.org

Thank you for participating in the Total Health Challenge Series. Your commitment to your health and well‑being is valued and supported by the Wabash County YMCA.

WEIGH IN PROCESS

INITIAL WEIGH‑IN (BASELINE REPORT)

When:  Monday, January 12, 2026 | 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM, not before
Location: Wabash County YMCA Wellness Center

Participants will:

• Complete any final required paperwork and waiver
• Remove shoes and socks and empty all pockets
• Wear light clothing (shorts or lightweight bottoms and a t‑shirt recommended)
• No unnecessary heavy clothing is permitted
• Complete a full body composition analysis using the InBody 380

FINAL WEIGH‑IN (FINAL REPORT)

When:  Monday, April 6, 2026 | 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM, not after

Location: Wabash County YMCA Wellness Center

Participants will:

• Complete a final body composition analysis using the InBody 380
• Disrobing beyond standard attire is not permitted

IMPORTANT WEIGH-IN NOTES

• Early final weigh‑ins are permitted with prior approval
• Alternate times may be arranged by contacting approved staff
• No weigh‑ins will be permitted after 9:00 PM on April 6, 2026 - no exceptions

REQUIRED HEALTH EDUCATION CLASSES (PRIZE ELIGIBILITY)

Attendance at all four Health Classes (listed below) is required to be eligible for end‑of‑challenge awards.

REQUIRED CLASS SCHEDULE

All classes are held at 6:15 PM on the following Mondays:

• January 19, 2026 – Motivation
• January 26, 2026 – Nutrition
• February 2, 2026 – Movement
• February 9, 2026 – Habit Maintenance

CLASS REQUIREMENT ACROSS QUARTERS
These four education classes are required each quarter of the Total Health Challenge Series. While the core topics remain consistent, class discussions and content may vary based on season and group engagement.

Attendance is required during each challenge period, even for returning participants. These sessions are designed to provide a quarterly reset, reinforce key habits, and support long-term consistency rather than one-time participation.

ADDITIONAL CLASSES

If participant enrollment is high, additional evening class options may be offered during these weeks to accommodate schedules. Participants will be notified if additional sessions are added.

WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT & CELEBRATION

Winners will be announced on Friday, April 10, 2026. A celebration rally will be held to recognize participants and recipients.

GENERAL RULES

• Open to both YMCA members and non‑members
• Participants must be 18 years or older by January 12, 2026
• Late registrations and weigh-ins are allowed, however final weigh-in date remains the same. Late registration fee: $40 members, $60 non-members
• No refunds will be issued for withdrawal or disqualification
• YMCA staff reserve the right to clarify or modify rules if necessary
• To ensure fair comparison, participants using medical or surgical weight‑loss interventions (including GLP‑1 medications or bariatric procedures) at any time throughout the challenge, are ONLY eligible for awards in the Attendance-Based Raffles and the Lean Muscle Mass Gain category.
  • To support equal opportunity in outcome recognition, participants will be asked during registration to indicate whether they are currently using a medical or surgical weight loss intervention that may significantly impact weight or body composition results