New Jerseyans participate in Tough Mudder obstacle course

The Tough Mudder is a race event that combines trail running with all sorts of obstacles that physically challenge the body in many ways.  Likely spawned from the huge popularity of the Muddy Buddy, events like the Tough Mudder and Warrior Dash are appealing traditional 5K run participants the same way CrossFitis appealing to the traditional gym patron.  These events are held in a natural environment, instead of the paved roadways, they present various challenges that require both cardio-respiratory endurance, as well as strength, and many of the obstacles remain unknown until you actually get to them.  Another interesting thing to note is the description that the participants in the video give as to why they enjoyed the event so much.  Anyone who has done CrossFit will immediately identify with the exact same thoughts and feelings that these race participants are experiencing.  The great thing about CrossFit is that the workouts, and thus the great feeling that come along with it, are much more accessible than these types of race events that are only held on an annual basis. 

Two Sweat Shoppers are currently training for the Tough Mudder, Vanessa and Kema from Lululemon Walnut Creek will be participating in the event that’s being held at Bear Valley Resort on October 9th.  Registration is still open if anyone else is interested!

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Friday’s WOD:

“Tabata Regata”

20 seconds of work follwed by 10 seconds of rest
alternate between first two exercises until completing 8 sets of each
move on to the last two exercises using the same format

Box Jumps
Pullups

KB Swings
Burpees

results:

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Saturday’s WOD:

“Farmer Fran” compliments of Nathan

21 Thrusters
21 Pullups
Farmer’s Walk with respective item

15 Thrusters
15 Pullups
Farmer’s Walk w/ respective item

9 Thrusters
9 Pullups
Farmer’s Walk w/ respective item

results:

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