TOUGH MUDDER HELP! need advice

well the breakfast team at the global vancouver bc tv did the one at whistler and not all of them are fit said it was loads of fun and wanted to do next years so i say go for it train and enjoy the challenge

I guess I am super competitive. I don't see the point in doing it just for fun, but I know a lot of people do that. 4 months is enough time to train, but contrary to what people here are saying, I've heard this course is grueling and very difficult. It was designed by the British military and it is the most difficult of all the different mud runs and dashes. There are electric fences you have to get shocked to run through and other things. It's not all fun and games. But, go for it. It just seems like people are making it out to be "fun". My understanding is that it is 10 to 12 miles of very advanced and difficult terrain and obstacles. I'm doing it soon. IM trying to get a group together, but it's not a walk in the park. Read up on the website. They even have training classes you can go to.

Think of running almost a half marathon (it could be 12 miles), plus add in very difficult obstacles, and lots of mud. Does that sound like laughing and fun and games? Running 12 miles on flat concrete without any obstacles is pretty hard for most people. Not trying to be a downer. I'm just saying that I think it's really, really difficult. So, kick @$$ and train. Go for a 12 mile run, then do 100 push ups, 100 sit ups, some jumping, at least 20 pull ups, and you might be getting close.

I guess I am super competitive. I don't see the point in doing it just for fun, but I know a lot of people do that. 4 months is enough time to train, but contrary to what people here are saying, I've heard this course is grueling and very difficult. It was designed by the British military and it is the most difficult of all the different mud runs and dashes. There are electric fences you have to get shocked to run through and other things. It's not all fun and games. But, go for it. It just seems like people are making it out to be "fun". My understanding is that it is 10 to 12 miles of very advanced and difficult terrain and obstacles. I'm doing it soon. IM trying to get a group together, but it's not a walk in the park. Read up on the website. They even have training classes you can go to.

Think of running almost a half marathon (it could be 12 miles), plus add in very difficult obstacles, and lots of mud. Does that sound like laughing and fun and games? Running 12 miles on flat concrete without any obstacles is pretty hard for most people. Not trying to be a downer. I'm just saying that I think it's really, really difficult. So, kick @$$ and train. Go for a 12 mile run, then do 100 push ups, 100 sit ups, some jumping, at least 20 pull ups, and you might be getting close.

I don't think people mean "fun" as in playing hopscotch or some **** like that, I think they mean fun as in a tough event that feels great to finish because of the personal accomplishment you feel. I am not stupid, I know it will be tough as hell. The 10 mile run doesn't scare me, I can easily train for that in 4 months. Obviously I know it will be VERY difficult, i've seen the videos and read about each obstacle. But my idea of "Fun" is pushing myself to the limit and I think this is a great way to do that. I've done INSANITY, I've competed in races, and I want the next level.

I want to do it "just for fun" because thats what it is! A race, not just a competition. I don't give a Sh** about what my place is or how long it takes, as long as I get out there and push myself then I will feel accomplished and proud.

Lol. Uh, by definition, a race is a competition. Lol

So, you answered your own question. You can do it, as you said and proved by saying you've done other things. So, why did you ask? When you asked, I thought you were genuinely asking, and I said, yes, it's possible to train in 4 months. But, I was also suggesting that it's more than "fun" because others were downplaying the intensity. Running 10 miles in mud is probably really hard. I just ran a half marathon, but I don't think I could run 10 or 12 miles in the mud. But, you have time to train. So, good luck. Maybe you and your teammates can do some workouts together to build up comradre.

Hey! I am sure you already saw this but it sounds like your at the "maybe mudder" stage in the training and I downloaded this training schedule right off the website

http://toughmudder.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/maybe-mudder-boot-camp.pdf

I've never done it but I am thinking about signing up for it too! Good luck! This will be such a great experience and you can really use it to inspire and push your training for the next few monthS!

YOU CAN DO IT! I didn't do the tough mudder but I did do a half marathon and the rugged maniac within a week of each other so that's pretty close. :laugh: Enjoy it. 4 months is plenty fo time to train. Make sure you can cover the actual distance and do some upper body training, thats what I found I needed the most when it came to obstacles. Other than that it's a mental thing and finishing will feel amazing! You go girl!

i don't think you can ever be prepared enough for TM. It's fun but challenging. I ran TM GA 2011

I am 47 years old and I did an 8km Spartan Race earlier this spring.

I am certain that you can complete the Tough Mudder. Not only complete it, but enjoy the experience as well.

I recommend that you buy the ticket and then keep on training. If you are running add strength training, if you are strength training add in some running. You will need both strength and endurance to complete the run and obstacles.

Also, decide upon your mindset first and then do not waiver. By this I mean, do you want to "compete" or do you want to have the satisfaction of completing the course? For me, I wanted to complete the race and all the obstacles. My finishing time was not a concern. And, I accomplished my goal.

Next year, I plan to try and beat my Spartan time by 15 min. And, I have also pre-registered for the first local Tough Mudder in my area. It is going to be FUN!

Do it!!! I so want to get a group together and do it next year. It look punishing and fun!

I did Crossfit at my gym for (6) months prior to my Tough Mudder which I did in Michigan/Ohio on 04/14/12.  The mix of cardio and weightlifting had me prepared. I think (4) months will be enough to get you ready.

The event was a hoot and I am pre-registered for 2013.  ;D

The running is spread out and you won't run more than a mile at most before you hit an obstacle.

FYI:  The electrified obstacles do suck!  On the last obstacle, I got shocked on the face.  It felt like someone punched me!  The wife happened to shoot a pic as I was getting zapped. I am the guy in the middle.

OMG!! Great pic! Sucks to be shocked in the face though! I am doing Rugged Maniac. Hoping for no electrified obstacles in that one!