15km (9.3 miles) for time
The distance can be broken down into smaller activities throughout the week
This challenge is inspired by one of the long-distance marches from selection that tests the endurance of the participant. Participants are required to run, walk or crawl a distance of 15km (9.3 miles) in as quick as time as possible. Depending on your level of fitness, the distance may be broken down into smaller separate activities throughout the week. However, more points are awarded for the fewer activities taken to achieve the distance.
Start and finish in the same location
As this is a time trial, to stop people just running down a hill to get the best time, each run must start and finish in the same location. You can achieve this by running a single looped route or multiple looped circuits of a track or run out to half way and turn around to return to the start. Plan you run before you attempt to make sure you pick a suitable route.
2.5% Treadmill gradient
It is preferred that you attempt this challenge outside, however, if you are unable to do so and must use a treadmill, the gradient of the treadmill must be set at 2.5%.
Evidence Format:
Eg: Strava, Garmin, Fitbit...
Activity-Count Points
Activity Count
Points
1
20
2
10
3
5
4
3
5
2
6
1
7+
0
Time Points
Time
Points
1h 05m
40
1h 08m
1h 11m
1h 14m
1h 17m
1h 20m
1h 23m
1h 26m
1h 29m
32
1h 32m
31
1h 35m
30
1h 38m
29
1h 41m
28
1h 44m
27
1h 47m
26
1h 50m
25
1h 53m
24
1h 56m
23
1h 59m
22
2h 02m
21
2h 05m
20
2h 08m
19
2h 11m
18
2h 14m
17
2h 17m
16
2h 20m
15
2h 23m
14
2h 26m
13
2h 29m
12
2h 32m
11
2h 35m
10
2h 38m
9
2h 41m
8
2h 44m
7
2h 47m
6
2h 50m
5
2h 53m
4
2h 56m
3
2h 59m
2
3h 05m
1
Before submitting, please make sure you have one of the following ready:
It is highly recommended that you complete the challenge within 7-days of its issue, however, we will accept submissions right up until the end of the month.
This is a brutal physical challenge for which you are responsible for your own health and safety. It is imperative that you read through, understand and follow our health and safety guidelines before you embark on your challenge attempt. This list is only a guide. It is your responsibility to take the appropriate health and safety measures during the attempt of a challenge.
Consult a physician
You should consult a physician before you begin any strenuous exercise program, such as the one described on this website, especially if you have or suspect that you may have heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, or any other adverse medical conditions. If you feel faint or dizzy at any time while performing any challenges or exercise, stop immediately and seek medical evaluation.
Plan your route
On running challenges, we strongly recommend planning your route with online running route planners. This leaves out the guesswork, allowing you to know the distance and elevation before you embark on the challenge.
Let others know
When performing any challenge, we strongly recommend you let a friend or family member know what you are doing and where and when you are doing it and what time you are expected to return incase you face any difficulty.
Carry a mobile phone
We strongly advice that you carry with you a fully charged mobile phone and back up battery if possible.
Bad weather
Keep an eye on the weather forecast.
Nutrition and hydration
You are responsible for your own nutrition and hydration as this is a self-disciplined event. Please ensure you have enough fluids and food or adequate access to these. Click here to read our guide on fuelling correctly for this challenge.
If you have any questions or queries please do not hesitate to get in touch.