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Endurance is a key attribute for a special forces soldier. This challenge is inspired by one of the long-distance marches from selection that tests the endurance of the participant. Bonus points will be awarded for time achieved.
Distance for time
Advanced: 15km (9.3miles)
Intermediate: 13km (8.0miles)
Moderate: 11km (6.8miles)
Novice: 9km (5.6miles)
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, you must start and finish your run 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...
Completion Points
Entry-Level
Advanced
Intermediate
Moderate
Novice
Points
40
30
20
10
Bonus points
Advanced
1h 05m
1h 09m
1h 13m
1h 17m
1h 21m
1h 25m
1h 29m
1h 33m
1h 37m
1h 41m
1h 45m
1h 49m
1h 53m
1h 57m
2h 01m
2h 05m
2h 09m
2h 13m
2h 17m
2h 21m
Points
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Intermediate
1h 00m
1h 04m
1h 08m
1h 12m
1h 16m
1h 20m
1h 24m
1h 28m
1h 32m
1h 36m
1h 40m
1h 44m
1h 48m
1h 52m
1h 56m
2h 00m
2h 04m
2h 08m
2h 12m
2h 16m
Points
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Moderate
54m
58m
1h 02m
1h 06m
1h 10m
1h 14m
1h 18m
1h 22m
1h 26m
1h 30m
1h 34m
1h 38m
1h 42m
1h 46m
1h 50m
1h 54m
1h 58m
2h 02m
2h 06m
2h 10m
Points
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Novice
48m
52m
56m
1h 00m
1h 04m
1h 08m
1h 12m
1h 16m
1h 20m
1h 24m
1h 28m
1h 32m
1h 36m
1h 40m
1h 44m
1h 48m
1h 52m
1h 56m
2h 00m
2h 04m
Points
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Before submitting, please make sure you have ready:
Found on your Challenge Entry purchase confirmation email.
Unfortunately, we do not yet have the technology to allow you to directly upload your evidence, so in order for you to submit your evidence we require you to submit a weblink to such evidence. There are a number of ways to get a weblink to your evidence, you can either:
It is highly recommended that you complete the challenge within 7-days of its issue, however, we will accept submissions right up until 7-days after the end of the series. We will not accept submissions after this time.
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.