A fun 8-week step competition bringing hospital departments together to move more, track steps, and prepare for the upcoming Heart Walk.

HOW THIS WORKS
REGISTER YOUR TEAM
FAQ
Registered Teams
HOW THIS WORKS
STEP 1
Form Your Team​
  • Pick a fun team name and register your department
  • If you already have a Heart Walk Team, then use that team name
STEP 2
Download Pacer
Get the free Pacer app and set up your account.
STEP 3
We Build Your Challenge
  • EWC will create your Pacer team page and custom QR flier
  • EWC will send you the flier to recruit your team
STEP 4
Rally Your Team
  • Share your QR code with your staff / team
  • Staff scan, join and start stepping
STEP 5
Climb the Leaderboard
  • The Challenge starts Monday 09/14/26
  • EWC will also handle the weekly leaderboard, announcements, and other challenge logistics
  • All you have to do is lead your team, motivate them, and have fun!
REGISTER YOUR TEAM
FAQ
What is this Step Challenge?
An 8-week hospital-wide walking challenge where departments form teams, track their steps in Pacer, compete on weekly leaderboards, and build excitement for the 2026 Heart Walk.
What are the important dates?
  • Team Registration Begins: September 1
  • Challenge Starts: September 14
  • Challenge Ends: November 8
  • Final Results Announced: November 13
  • Heart Walk: November 14
What is Pacer?
Pacer is the free step-tracking app we'll use for the challenge. ​Download Pacer:
How is the Challenge judged?
EWC will handle all weekly scoring and results. Each week, recognition will include:
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  • Department Performance Champion — Highest average steps per team member
  • Department Step Champion — Most total team steps for the week
  • Top 3 Walkers of the Week — Highest individual step totals across all participating teams
When will weekly results be announced?
Weekly results and leaderboard updates will be shared the following week in the CEO’s Newsletter.
What does the Team Leader have to do?
Register your team, share your custom QR flyer and encourage your staff to participate.
How do employees join my team?
They download Pacer and scan your team's unique QR code.
Can employees join more than one team?
No. Each employee should participate on one team only.
Do I have to create anything in Pacer?
Only your profile. EWC will handle the Challenge setup for you.
Does my team have to pay to participate?
No. Participation is free.
Registered Teams
Team
Department
Walkers
Heart Heroes
3S 3C
1
4N / 4NW / 4C / 4W
4N / 4NW / 4C / 4W
1
Foodies
FANS
12
Leaders With Heart
Administration
1
Team Neuro
Neuro
1
SVG Ambulatory
SVG Outpatient Centers
1
Hard Drives for Healthy Hearts
I.T.
1
​Don’t see your team yet? This list is updated periodically as new teams register, so check back soon!