Month: June 2022

Get mooooving with the #IndyVirtualChallenge and American Dairy Association Indiana, Inc.

The green flag has been waved and participants from all over the world are racing toward their goals for the Indianapolis 500 Mile Challenge, presented by American Dairy Association Indiana, Inc., benefitting the 500 Festival and the Gasoline Alley 250 Mile Challenge, presented by Winners Drink Milk, benefitting the 500 Festival!  

We are so excited to partner with American Dairy Association Indiana, Inc. for this year’s Challenges. American Dairy’s own Brooke Williams, director of communications, is participating in this year’s Indianapolis 500 Mile Challenge! See why Brooke is participating and how American Dairy Association Indiana can support your 500 or 250 Mile Challenge goals. 

“During the pandemic, through the 500 Festival, I participated in the Hoosier Holiday Challenge, presented by Khamis Fine Jewelers, benefitting Gleaners, and enjoyed striving toward a goal during a somewhat mundane time. Any time I’m needing a workout boost, I enjoy the mindset of working toward a goal, and this seems right up that alley for a summer reset. 

This time of year, my favorite way to log miles is mixing it up between Peloton classes and long morning walks. 

Health and wellness are a top priority for American Dairy Association Indiana. Indiana’s dairy farm families and my colleagues share the same passion, providing products that lead to the healthiest lifestyle while encouraging physical activity. They know I have access to the dairy products I need, and the Indianapolis 500 Mile Challenge fills the other side of that bucket! 

Everyone has heard the importance of three servings of dairy a day, but not everyone may know the research behind the “Refueling with Chocolate Milk.” There’s nothing better than chocolate milk (on ice!) after a workout. 

The American Dairy Association Indiana is proud to partner with the 500 Festival on this challenge series. The summer months can often be filled with travel and relaxation, but there’s no better time to get into a healthy routine, than with a challenge encouraging us to get active through the fall, too!” 

Learn more about the sports nutrition benefits of dairy and ways it can help fuel your miles here!

Why Should You Accept the Challenge?

Accelerate your fitness routine by taking on the Indianapolis 500 Mile Challenge, presented by American Dairy Association, Indiana Inc., or the Gasoline Alley 250 Mile Challenge, presented by Winners Drink Milk! Be a part of this exciting virtual fitness challenge with race fans from all over the world. Challenge yourself to complete 500 or 250 miles of physical activity between now and October 31. Tackle the mileage by running, walking, swimming, biking, rolling, or anything that gets your body moving! Why should you take on this challenge? The benefits of moving your body and maintaining an active lifestyle are endless!

Improve mental health and mood

Physical activity can help improve your mood and mental health. While exercising, the body releases chemicals that can boost your mood. This can also be a benefit to relieving stress and reducing your risk of depression.

Increased energy levels

Increasing your heart rate during exercise will increase your energy levels by improving muscle strength and boosting endurance.

Reduced Risk of Cancer

The American Cancer Society has recently recommended that adults achieve 150-300 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week, or 75-150 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity, or a combination. Teens and children should achieve at least 1 hour of moderate or vigorous-intensity activity each day. These recommendations can help reduce the risk of cancer and increase overall health.

Family Time

Encourage your family and friends to join you in taking on the Challenge! You can complete the Challenge as individuals or as a Challenge Team. Get the whole family moving by going on family walks, runs, bike rides, or days at the pool!

Cross Train for the 2023 OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon

Cross-training includes any physical activity that supplements your main sport and can offer many benefits to your Indy Mini training. These benefits can include strengthening your muscles, improving cardiovascular fitness, reducing the risk of injury, and more.

  • Swimming: beat the summer heat; easier on joints; improve flexibility
  • Fitness classes: change up your routine; meet new people
  • Weightlifting: strengthen muscles; strengthen core
  • Cycling: improve cardiovascular fitness and strength
  • Yoga: strengthen muscles; improve flexibility

Registration for the Indianapolis 500 Mile Challenge and the Gasoline Alley 250 Mile Challenge are now open! Conquer the challenge individually or get your friends and family to join you on a team. Accept the Challenge today!