Do I need to be really fit to take part?

Not at all. Our events are designed to be for everyone. Yes, they are challenging in areas but they have also been designed to not be super-technical (whether that's the running, rucking or functional fitness challenges) and therefore are accessible to everyone! You can also decide how to tackle the course, whether that is in our competitive heats, our just for fun heats and by yourself or with friends!

What other amenities will there be on the day?

A bag drop area, toilets, food and drink vendors and also some extra special fitness apparel & merch!

Will there be a photographer on the day?

Of course - we'll have several throughout the route!

Will there be water stations on the course?

Of course, there will be several along the route!

What if I fail an obstacle on the Assault Course?

Burpees! Each obstacle will have a burpee penalty if you are unable to complete it.

When will we find out our heat times?

We will send out an athlete pack which will include exact heat times on the week of the event. This pack will also include important information including parking etc

Will I be required to swim at this event?

No, you will not be asked to swim at any point during this event.

X Race: Weston-super-Mare Beach

From Superhuman Sports

Date Sat 18th May 2024
Time 09:00
Location Weston-super-Mare, Avon
Price £56.00 - £69.00
Races 3 races

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X Race: Weston-super-Mare Beach

Sat 18th May 2024

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor fitness at the inaugural X Race, taking place on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at the breathtaking Weston-super-Mare beach in Avon! Organized by Superhuman Sports, this exciting new addition to the outdoor fitness racing series promises to deliver an unforgettable experience. Participants will tackle a specially designed mixed-terrain course that combines beach running, rucking, and over 12 functional fitness challenges featuring unconventional equipment. With three different race distances available, there’s a perfect fit for everyone—whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a newcomer eager to join in on the fun. Gather your friends or compete individually in our competitive heats or just for the joy of it! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unique event—secure your spot today and embrace the challenge of the X Race!

X Race: Weston-super-Mare Beach

Sat 18th May 2024

A person with red hair and a runner's bib number 1512 is pulling a weighted sled across a grassy field during an outdoor event. They appear to be exerting effort. The sky is partly cloudy and there are spectators and trees in the background.

A woman competes in an outdoor strength challenge, pulling a heavy weight attached to a rope. Other participants are seen in the background, also engaging in similar activities on a grassy field under a cloudy sky.

A man in a black athletic outfit lifts a sandbag above his shoulders during an outdoor fitness competition. Other participants and spectators are in the background, with cars parked near a tree-lined area. The ground is dotted with more sandbags.

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Organiser's Description

A BRAND-NEW addition to our outdoor fitness racing series for 2024 - hosted on the stunning Weston-Super-Mare beach in Somerset.

X Race is our ‘outdoor fitness racing series’; a slick combination of mixed-terrain running, rucking & functional fitness.

After the success of X Race: Blaise Castle (pictured in images), we’re stepping things up a gear and hitting the beach! This may be new terrain for an X Race course but the objective remains the same – complete the course as quickly as possible!

Competitors will take on a uniquely designed route for this location that will test their beach running & rucking skills as well as requiring them to complete 12+ functional fitness challenges along the way, each packed with some seriously cool unconventional equipment!

As always, all the routes, fitness challenges & entry categories are carefully designed to ensure that newcomers can participate in the events alongside more experienced fitness racing athletes. Plus, with 3 distances to choose from, there’s something for everyone at X Race.

Take part individually or with friends, in our competitive heats or just for fun – the choice is yours!

Secure your spot to this truly unique event TODAY.

#IRONWILL