Have you ever noticed that a walk feels much easier when you have a goal to beat—or someone to compete against?

That’s no coincidence. Challenges and leaderboards tap into something deeply human: motivation, curiosity, and the desire to keep going just a little bit longer. That’s exactly why they’re so effective at helping us build healthy habits over time.

At Stepler, it’s not just about counting steps. It’s about making everyday movement more fun.

Challenge Yourself and See Results

When we set a clear goal, it’s easier for our brains to stay focused. Add a little competition, a leaderboard, or the chance to earn points, and suddenly that extra evening walk becomes much more appealing.

Leaderboards work because they:

• Create clear goals
• Provide instant feedback and visible progress
• Make daily activity more social
• Build motivation through competition and community
• Help us stay consistent over time

And it’s not always about being the best. For many people, simply moving up a few positions on the leaderboard is enough motivation to keep going.

New Leaderboards Every Week

In Stepler, new global step challenges—leaderboards—start every week, giving you a fresh opportunity to compete and earn points.

You’ll be matched with Steplers who have a similar average daily step count, ensuring that every challenge feels both motivating and fair.

It doesn’t matter if you’ve had a slow week or missed a few days. Every new week is a fresh start. That makes it much easier to stay motivated in the long run instead of feeling like you’ve fallen behind.

Create Private Leaderboards with Friends, Family, or Colleagues

Want to make things even more fun? You can create your own leaderboards directly in the app.

Invite:

• Friends
• Family
• Your partner
• Workout buddies
• Or your entire office

Competing against people you know often makes step tracking much more engaging. Suddenly, that lunch walk becomes strategic. The elevator gets replaced by the stairs. And taking the long way home starts to feel completely reasonable.

A Perfect Activity for the Workplace

Many people use leaderboards at work to bring more energy and movement into the workday.

A workplace step challenge can:

• Encourage more movement breaks
• Strengthen team spirit
• Create fun conversations around the office
• Motivate healthier habits together

And let’s be honest—who wants to finish last when the whole team can see the leaderboard?

Small Steps Make a Big Difference

The best thing about challenges is that they make movement enjoyable instead of feeling like a chore. You don’t need to run marathons or work out every day to see results.

Sometimes it’s enough to:

• Take an extra walk after dinner
• Get off the bus one stop earlier
• Walk around the block during your lunch break

Small steps quickly add up. And those steps can turn into points, rewards, and healthier habits.

So… who will you challenge first?

Create or Join a Leaderboard