Warrior Challenge 5K Run

The Fitness, Athletics and Aquatics Program is proud to host a free Warrior Challenge 5K run with exercises on March 16 from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 8105, on Smith Barracks. Participants can register between 8 to 8:55 a.m. The safety and course briefing will take place at 8:55 a.m. The run will commence at 9 a.m.

The "Spartan-style" 5-kilometer run is designed to test cardiovascular and muscular endurance. Interested participants can Google "Spartan runs" to see the setup and style of these runs. The run includes five different exercise stations throughout the course, which must be completed to continue the 5 kilometers. Examples of exercises traditionally included are Burpee with a long jump, hill run, hand-release push-ups, steps, and sandbag carry. However, the exercises may vary or change, and judges will be stationed at each exercise station to ensure proper form and number of exercises are performed.

The event has only two categories: adult males and females. Medals will be awarded to male and female participants who finish in first, second or third place. The event is exclusively for adults 18 and older. Kindly note that participants who fail to complete the required repetitions will receive a (-1) minute time penalty added to their finish time. Come test your endurance and push your limits in the "Warrior Challenge" 5K run with exercises.

Everyone 18 and older is welcome to take part.