ToughMudder 2012

Emery313

Has anyone done the toughmudder? There is one in Dallas at the end of March 2012. I really want to do it, but have no idea how to train for it. There is a training guide on there website, but Im still not sure how to train for this event. I have no upper body strength and have never ran 10 miles straight in my life. I realize doing this event in March may not be possible, but I relly want to do it someday!! Please any advice would be awesome.

NeuroticVirgo

I suggest starting with the C25K program, this will get you up to speed with jogging for distances. They also have a "bridge to 10K" which you'll also probably want to look into.

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I checked out the Tough Mudder page, and this looks like a more extreme version of the Warrior Dash. Maybe you should look into doing that first (since its shorter, but still has obstacles).

They seem to have a work out program as well on their page, maybe look into following that. Good luck! :drinker:

getitamb

I want to train for it too. I live in Houston.

jacksonpt

I was supposed to do one this past march, but had some personal stuff come up and had to cancel. Hopefully this year...

Cardio and weights. The tough mudder website has a workout routine, but at this point I'd suggest doing the basics so you develop a good foundation of strength and cardio endurance. Cardio training: longer and slower runs to build endurance, shorter faster runs to build speed. Strength: mostly upper body stuff - chest, shoulders, arms, back. Core work is never a bad idea for stability.

Also, there are several smaller/shorter events that might be good stepping stones to the TM.


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Jacksheadache

Have you considered other 'smaller' events that are similar? Such as the Spartan race or Warrior Dash?

hamncheese67

Have you considered other 'smaller' events that are similar? Such as the Spartan race or Warrior Dash?

I was going to suggest the same. A lot of races are 3-6 miles in length. I'm going start out with a Warrior Dash in January and see how it goes. Do a google search for mud runs dallas and I'm sure you'll turn up a lot of different races.

kaciroberts1585

There is a Warrior Dash up close to Dallas the weekend of April 21/22 next year. I've never done any kind of race (signed up for my first 5k in December!!) but I think this is totally doable. Can't wait for it!

Emery313

I think thats a great idea. Im going to look into similiar, but shorter events. Then I can see what I need to improve on! Thanks for the help everyone