Freeze My Ass Off Winter Run Challenge

  • Date Sun 3rd December 2023 - Thu 29th February 2024
  • Time 1:01AM EST
  • Location Crystal Lake, Illinois
  • Price $59.30
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances Ultra

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Freeze My Ass Off Winter Run Challenge, taking place from December 3, 2023, to February 29, 2024, at the beautiful Crystal Lake in McHenry! This exciting winter run challenge offers participants the chance to stay fit and motivated during the chilly months, with distance options ranging from 200 miles to an impressive 600 miles. Whether you're looking to maintain your fitness or build a strong foundation for the upcoming spring race season, this challenge is designed to help you achieve your goals while having fun.

Participants will receive a basic base training plan aimed at enhancing endurance, aerobic fitness, and overall strength, making it a fantastic opportunity for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. Plus, every finisher will earn a coveted belt buckle as a reward for their dedication and hard work! Embrace the winter and join the Freeze My Ass Off Winter Run Challenge for an unforgettable experience that will have you feeling great and ready to conquer your next race!

Organiser's Description

Staying consistent is key to good health. This run challenge is intended to maintain or build your fitness through the winter to be ready for Spring Race training season.

CHALLENGE DISTANCE OPTIONS: 200 MILE, 300 MILE, 400 MILE, 500 MILE AND 600 MILE

THE FREEZE MY ASS OFF CHALLENGE IS A FUN WAY TO EARN A BELT BUCKLE AND ACHIEVE FITNESS SUCCESS!

THE WINTER CHALLENGE INCLUDES A BASIC BASE TRAINING PLAN. THE GOALS OF BASIC BASE TRAINING ARE:

Develop or build on endurance

Develop or build on aerobic fitness

Develop or build on cardiovascular and muscle endurance

Develop or build on strength

Building or rebuilding a foundation

The plan is laid out in a few phases:

Mileage Base Phase

Building easy miles

Workout Base Phase

Building leg speed and form (strides)

Maximizing aerobic efficiency (steady state runs)

Testing your aerobic capacity (time trials)

Mental strength (building the long run, steady state and time trials)

Following base training you would move into the next training phases to prepare you for your event: Preparation, Peak and Taper Phases.

The plan is designed for a steady progression to keep you injury free and get you ready for your next training phase! The plan is optional for you to use. You can just choose a distance and follow your own plan too!



If you are looking for a fully custom plan please visit TrailRun.Coach. Many talented coaches are available.

Races

  • Freeze My Ass Off 600

    Incl. $4.30 Fee

    $59.30

    CLOSED
  • Freeze My Ass Off 500

    Incl. $4.30 Fee

    $59.30

    CLOSED
    Run Challenge with a training plan that will get you ready for Spring Race Training- ~Plan wrote by Coach Loretta Tobolske-Horn from Ornery Mule Racing Trailhead Coaching
  • Freeze My Ass Off 400

    Incl. $4.30 Fee

    $59.30

    CLOSED
    Run Challenge with a training plan that will get you ready for Spring Race Training- ~Plan wrote by Coach Loretta Tobolske-Horn from Ornery Mule Racing Trailhead Coaching
  • Freeze My Ass Off 300

    Incl. $4.30 Fee

    $59.30

    CLOSED
    Run Challenge with a training plan that will get you ready for Spring Race Training- ~Plan wrote by Coach Loretta Tobolske-Horn from Ornery Mule Racing Trailhead Coaching
  • Freeze My Ass Off 200

    Incl. $4.30 Fee

    $59.30

    CLOSED
    Run Challenge with a training plan that will get you ready for Spring Race Training- ~Plan wrote by Coach Loretta Tobolske-Horn from Ornery Mule Racing Trailhead Coaching

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Location

824 South Main St, Unit 102, Crystal Lake, 60014, IL, United States

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