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How dangerous are Tough Mudders?

Safety Tips for Passing through the Tough Mudder’s Electric Shock Obstacle

• Don’t overthink before getting started. The more you wait, the more down and fearful you’ll become.
• In Electric Shock Therapy, protect your face and head with your arms. If the wires shock you, they will hit your arms, not the head. ...
• Remember, when you fall, quickly get up and run. ...
• In the Electric Eel obstacle, crawl faster. ...

Is there an age limit for Tough Mudder?

Tough Mudder allows those who are 13 or older on the day of the event to run at a Tough Mudder 5K or Tough Mudder Classic and 14 or older for Tougher Mudder events. All minors (under 18) must purchase their ticket along with a paying participating adult (over the age of 18) ticket and cannot purchase their ticket alone.

What to expect for Tough Mudder?

• Cut your nails. ...
• Wear quick-dry clothing and good shoes. ...
• Have a team of at least three. ...
• Prepare to bleed. ...
• Close your eyes and mouth in the mud. ...
• Photo by Tough Mudder Be a strong swimmer. ...
• Concentrate on your breathing. ...
• Eat everything. ...
• Train. ...
• Prepare to throw out everything you wear. ...

How to survive Tough Mudder?

Tough Mudder UK Participant Waiver

• Definitions and Interpretation. “TM” is Spartan Race Operations UK Ltd, a limited company whose registered company number is 09556893 and whose registered office is at Spartan Race UK & Ireland, ...
• Assumption of Inherent Risks. ...
• COVID-19 Risk. ...

How long does it take to finish a Tough Mudder?

The average finish time for a Tough Mudder 5K is 1-2 hours; for Tough Mudder 10K it's 2.5-3 hours; for Tough Mudder 15K (Classic in 2021 events) it's 3.5-4 hours. That said, Tough Mudder 5K, Tough Mudder 10K, and Tough Mudder 15K aren't timed races, so your team can go at its own pace.

What time does Toughest Mudder start?

An event unlike any other. Starting at 8pm, complete as many 10km lap as you can, including some of our most insane obstacles. Toughest Mudder features a dedicated overnight pit area, for your loyal pit crew.

Do you have to do all the obstacles in Tough Mudder?

Yes. Tough Mudder 5K, 10K, and 15K are not races and participants are encouraged to skip any obstacle they are not comfortable completing.

Can you shower after Tough Mudder?

Yes, there are showers to rinse off following your run, as well as changing areas to get into fresh clothes.

What's harder Tough Mudder or Spartan?

Participants also say that Tough Mudder obstacles tend to be more creative and fun, while the Spartan obstacles are more physically challenging. You're also allowed to skip obstacles during a Tough Mudder race, while doing so during a Spartan race will cost you 30 burpees.

Can you change your Tough Mudder time?

We cannot accommodate specific start time requests, nor can we change start times once they're assigned. Please don't contact Customer Service – they are unable to change assigned start times.

How hard is a 5K Tough Mudder?

Tough Mudder 5K mixes 3.1 miles of running with 10 awesome obstacles to create a challenging, one-of-a-kind event. It's not a timed race. In fact, the average finish time is 1-1.5 hours. (That's about triple the time of a regular road 5K.

Can you do a Tough Mudder alone?

We've got your back in 2019 with our all new Solo Runner Wave, made up of Mudders like you who are looking to team up, tackle the course, and forge a new team in the mud. You might come alone, but snag a spot in a Solo Runner Wave and you'll be leaving with a massive new muddin' crew.

How deep is the water in Tough Mudder?

about 13 feet deepThe platform was 12 feet high and the pool was about 13 feet deep, according to Tough Mudder.

Do you wear socks for Tough Mudder?

Firstly, leave the new kit at home, especially box-fresh trainers because they will rub and you will cry. Secondly, wear good, comfy socks like running socks, they won't hold as much liquid. And thirdly, there are plenty of good anti-chafe lubricants available if you're really worried.

Should I wear gloves for Tough Mudder?

If you're going to compete in a Tough Mudder your going to want a great pair of gloves. The “Funky Monkey” and “Berlin Wall” obstacles require you to use your fingers and hands and you will find that a good pair of gloves indispensable in gripping and climbing.

How many calories do you burn doing a Tough Mudder?

The number of calories you'll burn is dependent on several factors, including but not limited to age, sex, height, weight, and physical condition. But a reasonable estimate for the event itself is around 3000 calories (not to mention all the calories you'll burn in preparation for the big weekend).

WHAT IS TOUGH MUDDER?

Tough Mudder is a place for you to push your physical and mental limits without the pressure of competition. A community built on teamwork and overcoming obstacles, where stepping outside your comfort zone is the reward. When was the last time you did something for the first time?

EVENTS FOR ALL

Every Tough Mudder event is built on the foundation of teamwork and features world class obstacles. From 5K to running all night – we have an event for you.

THE CLASSIC TOUGH MUDDER

Different name, same formidable challenge. The ultimate obstacle course now with 30 obstacles over a 9+ mile run.

WHAT YOU GET

No medals here, just the world famous Tough Mudder Headband. Wear it with pride. #HeadbandMonday

How long does a tough mudder take?

How long does a full tough mudder take? A full tough mudder distance is anywhere between 10 & 12 miles. Tough Mudder don’t mile mark their courses and they don’t give you an ‘official distance’, so generally speaking, expect to do around 10 Miles. How long those 10 Miles take will be dependent on you, your fitness and what pace you’re planning ...

How far is a tough mudder?

A full tough mudder distance is anywhere between 10 & 12 miles. Tough Mudder don’t mile mark their courses and they don’t give you an ‘official distance’, so generally speaking, expect to do around 10 Miles. How long those 10 Miles take will be dependent on you, your fitness and what pace you’re planning to go at.

How long was London South 2016?

London South 2016 took us about three hours . London West 2017 took about 3.5 hours but we had a bigger team. The time taken depends on waiting time at each activity, how long for your team to compete each activity, and obviously your running speed between the activities.

Article I. AWARDS & PRIZES

The “Achievement Awards” are for achievements earned during the course of the race and are awarded upon completion of the achievement. Toughest Mudder will contact those who achieved a free entry after completion of the event and reserves the right to verify race results.

Article II. RACE CONDUCT

Toughest Mudder athletes will have 12 hours to complete as many laps of the course as possible;

Article III. EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

Participants are allowed to bring any and all supplies necessary to support an overnight endurance and running event. Toughest Mudder officials have the right to remove dangerous or illegal objects for any reason at any time.

Article IV. SUPPORT CREW

Participants are required to bring a maximum of 4 “Support Crew” / “Pit Crew”.

Article V. NIGHTTIME RULES

Official nighttime rules are between 8:00:00 PM, Saturday, and 6:00:00 AM, Sunday. During this time the following course changes will be observed:

Article VI. MEDICAL RULES

Race Officials and Medical Officials may require any Athlete to submit to a medical check at any time throughout the race. If an Athlete is determined to be unfit to continue in competition, the Athlete will be removed from the race. The medical officials decision is final and not subject to appeal. Additionally:

Article VII. FIRST HOUR

The first lap of Toughest Mudder will begin immediately following the start of the race at 8:00:00 PM and the following conditions will be observed: