Tough Mudder

RoseTears143

Hey all I remember seeing a few other people mention they were training for Tough Mudder events, but cannot recall where I saw y'all. So I'm posting a general invite to anyone training for one to come join the group I've created! I have a nice reference training schedule to help any new runners (like myself) ramp up your mileage since it is a 10-12 mile long race. I understand you don't have to be able to run that far to be able to finish it, but no harm in increasing your mileage.

Anyway...happy running!

https://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/14394-tough-mudder-training

oumick03

I will definitely join! My TM is in a month, and I am sooooooo not ready.

RoseTears143

I will definitely join! My TM is in a month, and I am sooooooo not ready.

Great! I'm sure you will do great - I've read from others that if you can at least run a 5k you should be good since it's not just a straight run - there are the obstacles and such

RoseTears143

Anyone else training for a TM for 2013?

Janey142

I am doing it in august 2013 in scotland!

patrickblo13

I am doing one in July. I am not focusing a lot on running because I can run, I just hate it. I play soccer so thats where I work on my running. I am focusing on core strenght and endurance.

RoseTears143

I am doing it in august 2013 in scotland!

Awesome!! I sent you an invite to the group. You'll have to let us know how you do once you complete it.

I am doing one in July. I am not focusing a lot on running because I can run, I just hate it. I play soccer so thats where I work on my running. I am focusing on core strenght and endurance.

You as well. What are you doing for strength training? A weight routine? I'd love for you to share with everyone in the group!

patrickblo13

I looked at the training program on the TM website, it practically mirrors Insanity the Asylum so I have been mixing up the videos from Asylum Vol 1 and Vol 2. For cardio, I play soccer twice a week in a very competitive men's league and mountain bike...

annieu613

I'm doing a TM this weekend! I'm nervous, but I've been training so hopefully I'm ready. I had my last strength workout this morning, and I'm planning to do an easy 4 mile run tomorrow and then resting before Saturday. I'm mostly worried about diving in ice water!

RoseTears143

I looked at the training program on the TM website, it practically mirrors Insanity the Asylum so I have been mixing up the videos from Asylum Vol 1 and Vol 2. For cardio, I play soccer twice a week in a very competitive men's league and mountain bike...

I thought the exact same thing when I looked up the info on the TM site. I'm finishing up Insanity now then going on to Les Mills Combat and am toying with he idea of doing Asylum 1 & 2 after that. I don't know if I have the room in my living room to do it though lol!

RoseTears143

I'm doing a TM this weekend! I'm nervous, but I've been training so hopefully I'm ready. I had my last strength workout this morning, and I'm planning to do an easy 4 mile run tomorrow and then resting before Saturday. I'm mostly worried about diving in ice water!

Good luck!!! I'll be cheering you on from here. Please check back and let us know how you do. Id love to hear about it.

Lessthanpenguins

Mine's in October and I am already starting to get nervous about it.

RoseTears143

Mine's in October and I am already starting to get nervous about it.

Nervous why? Are you afraid you won't be able to get through it? The plus side is that it's not timed I sent you a request to join the group. Maybe we can help boost your confidence!

Joocey

Maybe he's nervous because jumping in a tub of ice in October sucks! :laugh:

Lessthanpenguins

Honestly, the cold water stuff doesn't scare me that much. I surf down here in the winter months so the cold water is fine. Its just the thought of not finishing or being to weak physically to do the obstacles.

Joocey

Honestly, the cold water stuff doesn't scare me that much. I surf down here in the winter months so the cold water is fine. Its just the thought of not finishing or being to weak physically to do the obstacles.

Oh, then don't worry. Very few of the obstacles require higher-than-average-couch-potato strength. The only ones I can think of which might be difficult are the wall climbs (but having a partner who is strong makes it easy) or the half-pipe (again, other people will help you through).

As far as finishing goes, up your cardio! But if you get winded you can walk so... train hard, but don't over train. :laugh:

RoseTears143

Honestly, the cold water stuff doesn't scare me that much. I surf down here in the winter months so the cold water is fine. Its just the thought of not finishing or being to weak physically to do the obstacles.

Oh, then don't worry. Very few of the obstacles require higher-than-average-couch-potato strength. The only ones I can think of which might be difficult are the wall climbs (but having a partner who is strong makes it easy) or the half-pipe (again, other people will help you through).

As far as finishing goes, up your cardio! But if you get winded you can walk so... train hard, but don't over train. :laugh:

LOL at the "higher-than-average-couch-potato strength"

micheleb15

Honestly, the cold water stuff doesn't scare me that much. I surf down here in the winter months so the cold water is fine. Its just the thought of not finishing or being to weak physically to do the obstacles.

I am doing another one in October too. My first was in Florida in December, our weather was amazing. Not sure where you are, but I definitely wouldn't be concerned about the elements. There will be stuff that you fall off of or can't finish sometimes. It happens. Some people walk around some obstacles if they don't want to do them, but where is the fun in that. I think people psych themselves out about nothing. It's honestly the best event I have done. Everyone is helping everyone, cheering, if you fall, someone grabs you whether they are on your team or not.

RoseTears143

Honestly, the cold water stuff doesn't scare me that much. I surf down here in the winter months so the cold water is fine. Its just the thought of not finishing or being to weak physically to do the obstacles.

I am doing another one in October too. My first was in Florida in December, our weather was amazing. Not sure where you are, but I definitely wouldn't be concerned about the elements. There will be stuff that you fall off of or can't finish sometimes. It happens. Some people walk around some obstacles if they don't want to do them, but where is the fun in that. I think people psych themselves out about nothing. It's honestly the best event I have done. Everyone is helping everyone, cheering, if you fall, someone grabs you whether they are on your team or not.

This is one of the reasons I am so psyched to participate - the way it sounds so positive. Everyone being a team player and helping others. How fun is that?

micheleb15

This is one of the reasons I am so psyched to participate - the way it sounds so positive. Everyone being a team player and helping others. How fun is that?

This is why I inly do obstacle runs. There aren't a lot of people that are there to PR like a marathon or race. I feel like a lot of people go into them with the same mentality of "oh *kitten*, what did I get myself into, please God let me finish and not embarrass myself."

I had a hard time on the Berlin Walls and we had two sets of three 12 foot walls. I was having a hard time and then I hear someone yell behind me "help her up, help her up" then someone picked me up so I could grab my teammates hand and get over the wall. No clue who did that, but it shows the type of people that were there. It's such a great time.

cleotherio

I did a TM two years ago in VT. How to train for it can depend a lot on the terrain of the course. The one I did was at Mt. Snow, so we were up and down the ski mountain a half a dozen times. There really weren't a lot of people running uphill after the first 1/4 mile. There was a lot of brisk walking uphill and then jogging downhill or on the limited amount of flat surface we covered. The obstacles were usually a nice break from the uphills.

We had a group of 7 people, so we stuck together and helped each other with the wall obstacles, but complete strangers helped us with the half-pipe. It was pretty much that you'd get up the half pipe, then you'd stick around to help a few other people up when you were at the top.

It was May when we did it, and there was still actual snow on some parts of the mountain. They even made a climbing obstacle out of it. And the water obstacles were all well below 40 degrees. I couldn't feel my legs when I got out of the water. It was exhausting--but it was fun overall and I would probably do one again.

RoseTears143

That's so awesome! I just "officially" started my run training yesterday. Yaaaayyyy! I'm on my way. I don't know if I'll be able to talk anyone else into doing it with me other than my guy so it will probably just be the 2 of us. I've put some invites out there, but I don't have many friends that are as active as I am these days now. I guess a good problem to have, IMO anyway

Elegra2006

Doing the Edinburgh TM in August too.

I can't wait! Done a couple of 10k races these past few weeks and doing another one in July to ensure I keep up my running training.

Been doing loads of body weight and strength stuff too!

My main concern is that the team I'm doing it with don't seem very keen to get to know each other or train together so looks like me and my friend will just need to make some new teammates en route!!

RoseTears143

Doing the Edinburgh TM in August too.

I can't wait! Done a couple of 10k races these past few weeks and doing another one in July to ensure I keep up my running training.

Been doing loads of body weight and strength stuff too!

My main concern is that the team I'm doing it with don't seem very keen to get to know each other or train together so looks like me and my friend will just need to make some new teammates en route!!

ahhhh some of THOSE types -_- lol... I'm sure you two will still have fun, and of course make new friends during I sent you an invite to the group if you are interested!

patrickblo13

For anyone that has done the TM, is it true they don't take your time until you last teammate crosses the finish?!? I had heard this and like the idea because it promotes working as a team and no man left behind.

RoseTears143

For anyone that has done the TM, is it true they don't take your time until you last teammate crosses the finish?!? I had heard this and like the idea because it promotes working as a team and no man left behind.

I've actually read from people that have done it (and maybe it has changed) that they don't time it at all. period. It's just a "finish or not" type event.

ETA - the motivation to finish is of course the super awesome and highly coveted headband and t-shirt, the beer, tattoo if you want it..and celebrating with everyone else that was able to complete this feat of awesomeness!

donnacervelli11

I'm doing Tough Mudder on Sunday!!!!

I've done one before, so if anyone has any questions I'll be happy to answer as best I can.

Tough Mudder doesn't time, they tell you if you're interested in knowing your time you should carry a waterproof watch. There is no race organizer checking everyone to see if you finish with your team. From experience, you will WANT to finish with your team since A) it's all about camraderie and you'll definitely want them there to help you with the last obstacle.

When I did my first I wasn't a runner by any means, but I was able to comfortably run 4 miles and I felt I finished pretty strong. Each obstacle is separated by roughly 2 miles (25, 26 obstacles / 11-13 miles depending on the specific course). Usually there is a bit of a line for each obstacle so you will have a moment to grab a breather while you wait.

*Edited to add: If you want to try for the World's Toughest Mudder, you need to check in with an organizer when you start & when you finish since the WTM invitation is only given to the top 5% of finishers.

RoseTears143

I'm doing Tough Mudder on Sunday!!!!

I've done one before, so if anyone has any questions I'll be happy to answer as best I can.

ooooohhhhh SWEET!! good luck Definitely check in and let us all know how it goes. :drinker:

Joocey

There's a limit to when the time is taken... these numbers are not accurate but the gist of it is that it is only for those who are pacesetters. For example, if the typical time to finish is 3.5 hours, they'll take the time down for the people/group who finish under 2.5 hours and after that they stop noting the times although there is a timer/clock at the end.

I could be wrong, but I believe you have to tell them in advance if you want your time marked in that 2.5 hour range and in that case, then they won't count it until your last teammate finishes.

This is all from recollection though, so if it's something you're interested in, please look it up or ask the TM crew.

mjboswell

I'm doing a TM in July at Lake Tahoe. My sister talked me into it after she ran one last September. I am so excited. My 13 y/o is counting down the time until he can run it with us.

lkcostello

For anyone that has done the TM, is it true they don't take your time until you last teammate crosses the finish?!? I had heard this and like the idea because it promotes working as a team and no man left behind.

I just did the Northern Virginia TM 2013 in April. They do NOT keep time. Maybe if you are one of the elite TM's, but my group was definitely not in that category. Have fun with it. It's wet, dirty and painful. Stay with your teammates and help others out. Just enjoy the fact that you can do it and remember the charity--Wounded Warriors--that you're doing it for.

Loved it!