Stride Through Summer

You’ll aim to complete 700,000 steps between 1 July and 31 August. You can walk, run or move in any way that works for you.

700,000 steps over two months works out at around 11,500 steps a day.

To complete the challenge and receive your medal, you will need to reach 700,000 steps by 31 August.

You can spread this across your day, for example during your commute, at lunch or in the evening.

You can track your steps using a fitness device, such as a Fitbit, Apple Watch or Garmin. You can also use free mobile apps or a pedometer on your phone.

We will provide a printable step tracker if you would prefer to record your steps manually. You can keep this on your fridge or somewhere you will always see it, to remind you of your progress and help you plan to reach your goal.

You can build your steps into your daily routine in a way that works for you.

This could include:

• walking or running
• using a treadmill at the gym
• playing sport
• walking while doing everyday activities, such as commuting or shopping.

There are so many ways you can build your steps into your normal day, for example:

• A 20–30 minute dog walk could help you gain roughly 2,000–3,000 steps
• A 20 minute walking commute each way could help you gain roughly 3,000–4,000 steps total
• A lunchtime walk could help you gain roughly 1,500–2,500 steps
• Shopping, cleaning, errands or walking around the house: all things that add up throughout the day.

All movement counts towards your total.

That’s okay! Many people have busier weeks than others.

You can catch up by adding extra steps on other days or at weekends. The challenge is designed to be flexible, so you can build your steps around your routine.

Yes. We ask you to raise a minimum of £100.

We will provide support and guidance to help you reach this target.

Anyone can take part. If you are under 18, a parent or guardian will need to register on your behalf and take part with you.

Yes, though each person will need to sign up individually.

One person can then create a team through their fundraising page by choosing a team name and setting a fundraising target. Others can join by selecting the same team name when they sign up.

You will receive rewards as you reach fundraising milestones:

• Raise £35 to receive a Frontline t-shirt
• Raise £100 to receive a Frontline cap
• Raise £350 to receive a Frontline hoodie
• Complete 700,000 steps to receive a medal

Rewards are sent automatically from June 2026 when you reach each milestone.

• Rewards are sent every two weeks
• If your reward has not arrived after three weeks, please contact the fundraising team
• Rewards are only sent to UK addresses
• You can opt in or out of receiving rewards at any time

Rewards are sent automatically from June 2026 when you reach each milestone.

• Rewards are sent every two weeks
• If your reward has not arrived after three weeks, please contact the fundraising team
• Rewards are only sent to UK addresses
• You can opt in or out of receiving rewards at any time

Yes! You can collect offline donations, including cash and cheques.

When you are ready to pay in your offline fundraising, contact us at fundraising@thefrontline.org.uk or use our online form. Please include ‘step challenge’ in the ‘Which event did you do’ box.

We encourage everyone to aim for £100, as this helps support our work with children.

If you are finding fundraising difficult, we will support you with ideas and guidance to help you get there.

Yes. You will have access to downloadable resources, as well as emails and guidance to support you throughout your challenge.

We’re here to support you with fundraising throughout your challenge.

Simple ways to get started include:

• making the first donation yourself
• asking friends or family to support you early on
• sharing your page regularly
• posting updates on your progress