Obstacle Racing 101

The generation of obstacle races has been born.  Running an endurance race while participating in a physically challenging obstacles. I am a huge fan of obstacle races. Anything that stirs the soul to push your physical limits with a smile, is a gift from god.  

3 Must have components of a great Obstacle Race                                                               

1. Fun Entertainment;   Entertainment ranges from slip and slides, to mud, paint, foam, electric shockers and costumes. The more variety and quality of entertainment, the more viral the photos and demand for future races. 

2.    Challenging obstacles; Obstacles must be challenging yet attainable. Most obstacles include wall climbs, water plunges, mud crawls, log or sand bag carry, rope ladder, rope bridge and small swims. If you choose to go around the obstacle, you can do so by doing burpies, jumping jacks or some small additional distance. The best obstacles are the ones that you would encounter on a hike or in normal everyday life. These obstacles will make you better fit for life.

3.    Endurance component; Endurance components can range from a 5k to a full marathon. The endurance is broken up by entertainment and obstacles. The endurance component will vary based on location. Locations are from everywhere such as mountain side to city streets. 

Dirty Dash takes the Cake! 3 Reasons why the Dirty Dash is the Race for you!

1. Location, location, location: A race is not only about the finish line but about the joy in the journey. What better way to enjoy the beautiful landscape of Midway Utah. The hills of Midway are an amazing background for your physical feat to take place. A great location makes a more enjoyable race. 
2. Timing is everything; Utah's best temperatures for an endurance race is when it is not too hot and not too cold. Early summer and early fall are the only times warm enough when you can run your race without getting severely sun burned or dehydrated. The Dirty Dash has been strategically planned to take place when the temperatures are best, early June and mid September.
3. Attitude and Focus: When visiting websites or locations of obstacle races, you can quickly see and feel the general attitude of the organizers and promoters. The Dirty Dash is about safe, challenging fun. The entertainment is about building you up and not tearing you down. There are various intensity levels available so you can bring your whole family. Promoters encourage and give back to local communities where they race, and the organizers do what they can to keep the price right. Please join us as we prepare and experience the Fall 2012 Dirty Dash. 

                     Click here to see a video and feel the attitude and focus of the Dirty Dash

Please email me your thoughts on obstacle racing.