So, you've made the decision and taken the leap. You're going to do a virtual challenge. Good for you!
There are so many positive things in store for you once you begin your virtual challenge journey. You are about to start a journey to a healthier you, a happier you, and a more motivated you.
Getting started
The Conqueror challenges all have the same premise but with different routes and distances. They range from the shortest distance of 20 miles (the Angkor Wat route) right up to the longest distance of 2,485 miles in the Pacific Crest Trail.
The routes come from all over the world: Egypt, the Netherlands, the U.K., the U.S., Iceland, Germany, Australia, and more. With every route you will have the same main goal: finish the route and earn your medal.
Making the choice
When you pick your challenge you will be presented with two package options: entry + medal, or entry + medal + apparel. With the first option, you will receive entry into your challenge, street view, virtual postcards, progress tracker, your medal on completion, and a digital certificate.
With the second option you will receive all these perks plus your choice of a piece of apparel — a t-shirt or tank top in 10 different colors, men's and women's styles, sizes from XS to 4XL.
Getting signed up
Click Sign Up, complete your purchase, and wait for your special code to hit your email inbox. In the meantime, download the Conqueror app from either the Apple Store or Google Play Store.
Once your code arrives you will be able to sign up through the app. Click "join a challenge" and paste the code from your email.
The whole process from making your decision to being ready to begin should take about 5 minutes.
A challenge fit for everyone
You can hook up any smartwatches or fitness trackers. You can use a Fitbit, Apple Watch, Strava, Google Health, MapMyRun, MapMyRide, MapMyWalk, or Runkeeper. There is also a distance converter for non-distance based activities.
There is no pressure to complete your challenge by a certain time. The challenges aim to give everyone the best chance possible of actually completing their challenge.
Ready to go
Doing a virtual challenge is the perfect blend of utility and enjoyment. As soon as you start logging distances and making progress you will feel the benefits of the various incentives.
Don't forget to also sign up to the exclusive Facebook group once you get started, to make the most out of the community waiting to encourage you.