{"id":17378,"date":"2026-07-30T13:20:25","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T12:20:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/?p=17378"},"modified":"2026-07-30T13:20:28","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T12:20:28","slug":"slimming-worlds-steps-for-smiles-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.ie\/blog\/slimming-worlds-steps-for-smiles-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Slimming World\u2019s Steps for SMILES 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Between 1st and 30th August 2026, we\u2019re inviting our Republic of Ireland members to create their very own physical activity challenge and raise money for the Irish Cancer Society at the same time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re already active or you\u2019re just getting started, you can choose a challenge that feels right for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It could be to\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>walk, jog or cycle to work (instead of driving) once a week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>walk 5,000, 10,000 or 15,000 steps every day in August<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>swim a total of 500 lengths during August<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>follow a 5, 10 or 15-minute activity video every day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>walk a total of 100km across the month<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>do a lap of the park every Saturday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The possibilities are endless!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can train with others, or individually at your own pace. It\u2019s a great opportunity to achieve you a Slimming World Bronze, Silver or\u00a0Gold \u2013 even Platinum \u2013 activity award!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you&#8217;re not a Slimming World member and would like to take part, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/nearest-group-search\">find details of your nearest group here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep track of your progress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Slimming World members have access to our full activity tool kit., which has everything you need to level up your fitness. It\u2019s easy to log your Steps for Smiles challenge activity using\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>the activity tracker<\/strong> on the Slimming World app, to automatically record your steps and movement milestones (and collect virtual awards!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>your FITT log<\/strong> in your member pack or online<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>photos and posts<\/strong> on your group\u2019s Facebook page<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll find out more at your local Slimming World group. And if you can\u2019t join in this year, but would love to support our event, you can&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/justgiving.com\/campaign\/stepsforsmiles2026\">make a donation here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, regardless of your age, weight, ability or current fitness level, Slimming World\u2019s active lifestyle programme helps turn activity into a regular habit, so that you feel amazing as you cross that finish line!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/nearest-group-search\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"115\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Group-Feel-Real-Good-Food-Small-CTA.jpg\" alt=\"Feel Real Good - Group small CTA\" class=\"wp-image-11365\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Steps for SMILES activity support <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a Slimming World member, the following links will help you get started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Exclusive walking podcasts<\/strong><br>Our suite of 15- and 30-minute walking podcasts are ready to share expert tips and cheer you on while you walk.&nbsp;<br><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/15-minute-walking-podcasts\">Walk with us: 15-minute walking podcasts<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/30-minute-walking-podcasts\">Walk with us: 30-minute walking podcasts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>90 activity videos<\/strong><br>Covering all fitness levels and abilities (including seated options) \u2013 from Magic Mover to Gold award level, and building strength to cardio \u2013 there\u2019s something for everyone.<br><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/slimming-worlds-activity-videos\">Slimming World\u2019s activity videos<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Activity essentials<\/strong><br>One-stop motivation on the website and app, bursting with inspiring features, podcasts, videos and more to help you&nbsp;create your own personal get-fit kit.<br><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/body-magic-essentials\">Enter our activity hub<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Even more activity inspo\u2026&nbsp;<\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/get-started-walking-plan\">Your get-started walking plan<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/beginners-guide-to-running\">The beginner\u2019s guide to running: 10-week training plan<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/7-activity-ideas\">7 activity ideas you may not have tried before<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you\u2019re planning to start a new exercise programme, we recommend you check with your GP first \u2013 especially if you have an existing health condition, such as high blood pressure, diabetes or asthma. If you\u2019re pregnant, check the suitability of the exercise with your midwife.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you live in the Republic of Ireland? 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