Freeze My Ass Off Winter Run Challenge

Thursday, December 1, 2022 – Thursday, March 2, 2023 Past event
1:01 AM CST
Crystal Lake, Illinois
$112.30 · 4 races
Ultra

Event summary

Join the excitement at the Freeze My Ass Off Winter Run Challenge taking place from December 1, 2022, to March 2, 2023, in the beautiful surroundings of Crystal Lake, McHenry. This invigorating winter event is designed to help you stay active and maintain your fitness through the colder months, prepping you perfectly for the upcoming Spring Race training season.

Participants can choose from a variety of challenge distances, including 200, 300, 400, 500, or even 600 miles, making it suitable for runners of all levels. Not only will you have the chance to earn a unique belt buckle upon completion, but you’ll also benefit from a structured base training plan aimed at enhancing your endurance, aerobic fitness, and overall strength. Whether you follow the provided training plan or opt for your own, this challenge is a fantastic way to stay motivated and achieve your fitness goals while enjoying the winter landscape. Don't miss out on this fun and rewarding experience!

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  • Freeze My Ass Off 500

    Virtual

    Incl. $7.30 Fee & Puffy Blanket

    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

    Thursday, Dec 1, 2022

    $112.30

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  • Freeze My Ass Off 400

    Virtual

    Incl. $7.30 Fee & Puffy blanket or Hoody

    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

    Thursday, Dec 1, 2022

    $112.30

    Entries closed
  • Freeze My Ass Off 300

    Virtual

    Incl. $7.30 Fee & Puffy blanket or hoody

    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

    Thursday, Dec 1, 2022

    $112.30

    Entries closed
  • Freeze My Ass Off 200

    Virtual

    Incl. $7.30 Fee & OMR Training Half Zip

    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

    Thursday, Dec 1, 2022

    $112.30

    Entries closed

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.

Location

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

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