Source : WAM
The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) has launched the “Live Ramadan the Right Way Challenge,” a community-wide initiative hosted on the Sahatna space on TAMM, inviting residents across the emirate to maintain balanced routines and healthy habits throughout the holy month.
The challenge is part of ADPHC’s Ramadan wellbeing campaign, “Live Ramadan the Right Way,” which aligns with Abu Dhabi’s broader Healthy Living strategy by helping residents manage common behavioural changes during Ramadan, including shifts in sleep patterns, meal timing, physical activity, and mental wellbeing.
Research indicates that during Ramadan, 37 percent of residents report reduced physical activity, 55 percent experience decreased sleep, 48 percent indulge in unhealthy snacking after iftar, and 25 percent notice a decline in productivity. While these changes are common, they can be managed with simple, practical interventions.
The campaign emphasises that maintaining healthy habits during Ramadan is not about doing more, but about consistently doing what is right in ways that integrate naturally into daily life.
The challenge is structured around four expert-guided wellbeing pillars: light daily physical activity adapted to Ramadan routines; healthier suhoor and iftar choices through simple weekly check-ins; maintaining consistent rest despite late nights; and reflective prompts to support mental wellbeing.
Participants can select one or more pillars based on their personal goals. They can also link supported wearable devices, including smartwatches, rings, and fitness bands, to automatically track activity levels and sleep duration.
The nutrition and mental wellbeing components include simple weekly reflections inspired by everyday Ramadan habits, such as suhoor choices, iftar balance, late-night eating, screen time, and busy schedules. These check-ins focus on raising awareness and promoting healthier decisions, without collecting sensitive data or performing diagnostics.
Participants who meet the criteria will be recognised for each pillar, and those who complete all four pillars and meet all required prompts will be announced as grand winners at the end of the holy month.
Dr. Rashed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of ADPHC, said, “Through the Live Ramadan the Right Way Challenge, we are supporting residents with simple, expert-guided steps that help them care for their health while honouring the spirit of the holy month. Balanced routines during Ramadan support long-term wellbeing for individuals, families, and our community.”
The challenge is open to all Abu Dhabi residents via the Sahatna space on TAMM and will continue throughout the holy month.
