150 Colleagues Walk, Run, Bike and Swim 12,000 Miles in Fifth Annual “Miles for Minds” Competition

This May, 150 employees laced up their running shoes, hopped on their bikes, hit the pool, and got moving for our fifth annual Miles for Minds challenge—a fun initiative that promotes mental wellbeing through physical activity during Mental Health Awareness Month.

In just four weeks, participants collectively logged more than 12,000 miles through walking, running, cycling and swimming, bringing the all-time Miles for Minds mileage to 87,000 miles—equivalent to circumnavigating the world nearly 3.5 times! The competition also helps lower our commuter carbon footprint by encouraging biking and walking to work.

Environmental Compliance Manager Axel Martinez, who joined Miles for Minds for the first time after recently buying a bike, embraced the challenge as a meaningful way to support his health and well-being.

“Physical activity has always been a way for me to clear my mind and recharge, so the idea of contributing to a cause that promotes mental wellness through movement really resonated with me,” said Axel. “It was also inspiring to know that close friends and colleagues like Daniel Cavazos and Miguel Izaguirre would be participating.”

While Axel mostly biked solo, he felt a strong sense of community throughout the challenge. Whether it was sharing progress with coworkers or seeing updates from other participants, he felt a shared energy that kept him motivated.

“One of the most rewarding aspects was realizing how small daily actions can have a ripple effect,” said Axel. “Not only did I feel better mentally and physically, but I also helped strengthen friendships with coworkers and supported the company’s commitment to health and well-being. Participating in Miles for Minds reminded me that wellness is a journey, not a destination. And sometimes, all it takes is a bike ride to reconnect with yourself and your purpose.”

From sunrise swims to lunchtime walks to carbon-free bike rides to work, Miles for Minds once again showcased the power of movement to boost both body and mind—and brought colleagues across the globe together in the process.