Perform two separate best-effort runs throughout the week for the distance prescribed below. The first attempt will be scored for time, i.e. faster the time, the most points scored. The second attempt is for bonus points. Better your previous time to earn 20 bonus points.
Distance
400m / 0.4km / 0.25miles
Finish in the same place in which you started or prove an elevation loss of no less than 1m
To prevent participants running down a huge incline to get a good time we require them to finish the run in the same place in which they started. You can achieve this by either running a looped circuit or running out half way, turning around, and returning to your starting position. Alternately, if you've able to prove an elevation loss of no less than 1m through your fitness tracker, you will be permitted to run a point to point route.
Your second attempt must follow the exact same route as the first attempt
Set treadmill to 2.5% gradient
It is preferred that you tackle this challenge outside. However, if you are unable to do so, you may use a treadmill to complete the challenge. If you do decide to use a treadmill, you must set the treadmill gradient to 2.5%.
Plan your route before hand
Use a route planner to plot your route before you set off. Try and select the flattest route possible with as little disturbances as possible, i.e. road crossings.
If you have purchased a Challenge Pack, you are eligible to submit your challenge evidence for review, verification and scoring. You may only submit your evidence once. All evidence is final.
Evidence Format:
Before submitting, please make sure you have ready:
Found on your Challenge Pack purchase confirmation email. If you are yet to purchase a Challenge Pack you can do so via this link: Purchase Challenge Pack
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:
First Attempt: For Time
Entry-Level
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SEcond Attempt: BEtter Your Time
Condition
Better previous time
Points
20 Points
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.
If you have any questions or queries please do not hesitate to get in touch.