Featured Everything You Need for Toughest Mudder – Virtual Edition Author: Tough Mudder Share on Facebook Share on Twitter As much as 2020 has been what can only be described as a trash fire year, it’s also been a year that has pushed us to flex our brains over at TMHQ. And so for the first time ever, Toughest Mudder is going virtual. While we all know we’re going to seriously miss the IRL course what happens on the 22nd August isn’t just going to be a stand in. It’s going to be a whole new experience that gives people across the community, who never would have considered trying Toughest Mudder, a chance to get stuck in. Now to the important stuff. Unlike Tough Mudder courses, where we’ve witnessed Mudders decide to last minute throw on a pair of old sneakers and give it a go, there is some preparation required for a 12 hour, overnight event – even if it is virtual. Your Checklist The following list is everything you will require to take part in Toughest Mudder – Virtual Edition. Book mark it, print it out, however you roll use this to prepare for the night of your life. 5 mile loop that starts and ends at your ‘pit’ (knowing your route will make you 37% more efficient on the night)Straight ‘runway’ marked out with 100 metres, 200 metres and 300 metres of distanceStrava account (and don’t forget to join the Tough Mudder run club)Comfy but durable kit, including a good pair of running shoesA laptop or phone so you can get involved in the Zoom PitCharging station – seriously you won’t want any of your devices be that your laptop or wearable conking out on you.1 roll of heavy duty tape (duct tape, gaff tape, etc.)5 plastic cups, .5L One melon, any durable variety, 1.5-3.5 kgSturdy backpack that you’re comfortable running in. Flat horizontal surface with a raised edge (table, cardboard box)3L jug of water (or liquid of your choice)Access to a bed, bench or low table.For those at home, access to a shower or hose connection (there will be a modification for remote runners)2 Tennis Balls or other similar sized rubber balls. Timer or stopwatch (can be on your phone)Nutrition and hydration of your choice An epic playlist – check Tough Mudder out on Spotify for inspiration Keep an eye out on your emails as more information, including access to the tracking platform, will be winging its way to you shortly. And don’t forget to join the Virtual Toughest group on Facebook for further tracking and information.
Featured Here’s a Recap Of The Grand Canyon Digital Challenge Adventure, In Case You Missed It Author: Tough Mudder Share on Facebook Share on Twitter With July winding to a close, so is the Grand Canyon Challenge, the first digital challenge adventure coming your way, but it won’t be the last. With this recent err….extended off-season, the brilliant minds at TMHQ pooled our baddest and best ideas and got together to think of all the ways we could continue the fun off-course this Summer. For those who missed it, Tough Mudder Challenges is a brand new digital challenge adventure that gives you 21-days of activities to push you physically and mentally. Each activity is designed to continue your training, test you with puzzles, and incorporate your creativity. We’ve created a digital group to go with it and keep the stoke high whether you’re conquering with your crew or taking it on solo. The Many Miles Mudders hit the ground running and did not stop for a full 3 weeks. From the first day of the challenge (July 9) until the unofficial ending (July 30) Mudders logged 119,390 miles of walking, running, biking, crawling, and more. You collectively climbed 2,728,529 feet of elevation. And we tracked 94,568 total workouts. However you chose to complete it, you did not stop moving forward. Pyramid Scheme When you hear the words Pyramid Scheme and Facebook Group, you might already have an idea of where this is going. Well, you’d be wrong. That’s because this version of Pyramid Scheme involved scheming with friends to build a human pyramid, with the option of posting for proof. We saw Mudders come out with all forms of creativity building pyramids in group and pairs. We saw kids and Grandparents take part in the action. We saw dogs at the peak and we even saw one very impressive solo pyramid. Well played, Mudders, well played. True Finisher Possibly one of the hardest challenges presented to the group was the challenge to do a handstand against a wall and put on a t-shirt while upside down. If you have never tried this, it’s a lot harder than it looks. Go ahead, give it a try. We’ll wait. Challengers stepped up to the test in true Mudder fashion and they donned their best attire. Here’s a recap of our true finishers who have definitely earned themselves a finisher beer after this feat of strength. Want in on the fun? You can sign up for August’s Challenge, The Fiji Challenge at this link here. Every week, you will find a new digital challenge adventure in your inbox. They are designed to be fun, ambitious, and exciting activities to keep your mind and body strong. And don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for event updates, obstacles, challenges, and more.
