Many Miles 4 Malakai 4x4x48 Challenge
- Date Thu 8th May 2025 - Sat 10th May 2025
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price $54.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the inaugural Many Miles 4 Malakai 4x4x48 Challenge, taking place from May 8th to May 10th, 2025, in the heart of Lexington, Fayette! This unique endurance event invites individuals and teams to run 4 miles every 4 hours for a total of 48 miles over the course of 48 hours. Participants can tackle the challenge solo or join forces with friends, allowing for creative strategies and teamwork. Whether you choose to run, walk, ruck, or even swim, bike, or row an equivalent distance, there's an option for everyone!
Join the fun at the North YMCA, where the challenge kicks off with a vibrant group run on May 8th at 6 PM. Enjoy camaraderie and support as you push your limits while supporting a noble cause—proceeds benefit Many Miles For Malakai, a non-profit organization aiding children affected by gun violence. Every participant will receive a commemorative t-shirt and digital bib number, with prizes for teams that achieve specific goals. So, rally your friends, unleash your competitive spirit, and be part of this inspiring journey to make a difference in the lives of children!
Join the fun at the North YMCA, where the challenge kicks off with a vibrant group run on May 8th at 6 PM. Enjoy camaraderie and support as you push your limits while supporting a noble cause—proceeds benefit Many Miles For Malakai, a non-profit organization aiding children affected by gun violence. Every participant will receive a commemorative t-shirt and digital bib number, with prizes for teams that achieve specific goals. So, rally your friends, unleash your competitive spirit, and be part of this inspiring journey to make a difference in the lives of children!
Organiser's Description
The MM4M 4x4x48 Challenge involves an individual person or team running 4 MILES EVERY 4 HOURS FOR 48 HOURS, FOR A TOTAL OF 48 MILES!! This Challenge is very flexible in participation, allowing for creative strategies and teamwork.
All proceeds from the challenge will benefit the Many Miles For Malakai Non-Profit Corporation, supporting children affected by gun violence. Come get in some Miles for Malakai and other children while testing yourself mentally, physically, and emotionally in the INAUGURAL MM4M 4X4X48 CHALLENGE!
All participants will receive an inaugural MM4M 4x4x48 commemorative t-shirt and digital MM4M 4x4x48 bib number, along with other prizes for certain team goals! See designs above and at registration!
Join us IN PERSON OR VIRTUALLY!
*** THE ONLY NON- NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENT TO COMPLETE THE CHALLENGE: AT LEAST ONE TEAM MEMBER MUST BE COMPLETING THE 4 MILES EVERY 4 HOURS UNTIL THE 48 HOURS IS UP! ***
OPTIONS TO PARTICPATE:
1. BE YOUR OWN TEAM!
Complete all 12 legs yourself.
You will Run/Walk/Ruck/Crawl 4 miles every 4 hours for a period of 48 hours. Grand Total: 48 Miles!
Note: Not a fan of Running/Walking/Rucking/Crawling?! There are options to Row/Bike/Swim an equivalent distance for the Challenge. Contact us if interested.
2. BE A TEAM LEADER AND BUILD A TEAM! _(Team Leaders will sign up as "Relay Team" at signups; Team Leaders can continue to add team members after the team is established)_
You can choose the size of your team and then divide up the 12 legs between all of your team members. As long as AT LEAST ONE TEAM MEMBER is doing 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours during the duration of the Challenge, the team will have conquered the MM4M 4x4x48 Challenge! Team Leaders can be creative and lead their teams. We encourage group runs, meaning you can have several team members completing multiple or all of the legs together, or they can be split up however you want. We just hope all team members challenge themselves and get out of their comfort zones. You will have team comradery and support, all while doing it for an amazing cause!!!
TEAM EXAMPLES:
TEAMS CAN HAVE UP TO 24 TEAM MEMBERS:
MINIMUM DISTANCE: A 12 member team could divide up each leg of the Challenge. Every team member would complete 4 miles one time, for a total of 48 miles for the team.
EXAMPLE OF A 4 PERSON TEAM:
Person A does 1st leg. Person B does 2nd. Person C does 3rd. Person D does 4th. Repeat two more times until 12 legs are completed, for a total of 48 miles.
Or you can have some team members run more legs of the Challenge than others. This is all up to the team! Be Creative! Have Fun! Challenge Yourself!
ALL INDIVIDUALS AND TEAMS WILL START EACH LEG AT THE TIMES DESCRIBED BELOW (6 PM, 10 PM, 2 AM ...).
JOIN AN EXISTING TEAM!
Are you wanting to get involved, but don't intend to complete the 4x4x48 on your own? Let us know, and we will connect you with other teams who need runners to fill their teams. CONTACT US IN THE SECTION BELOW OR EMAIL US DIRECTLY AT [email protected].
SCHEDULE: IN PERSON AND VIRTUAL CHALLENGE OPTIONS
_HOST SITE AND KICK OFF PARTY FOR 1ST LEG WILL BE AT THE NORTH YMCA: 381 W. LOUDON AVE. LEXINGTON, KY 40508._
_*** SEE FLYER BELOW FOR MORE DETAILS ON THE KICK OFF PARTY!***_
1ST LEG MAY 8TH 6 PM (ALL TIMES EST) - Group Run Option on the Legacy Trail in Lexington, KY starting at the North YMCA
2ND LEG MAY 8TH 10 PM
3RD LEG MAY 9TH 2 AM
4TH LEG MAY 9TH 6 AM
5TH LEG MAY 9TH 10 AM - Group Run Option on the Liberty/Brighton Trail starting at Assured Partners 1792 Alysheba Way Lexington, KY
6TH LEG MAY 9TH 2 PM - Group Run Option on Liberty Trail starting at Andover Republic Bank 3098 Helmsdale Place Lexington, KY
7TH LEG MAY 9TH 6 PM - Group Run Option at Shillito Park. Will coincide with Food Truck Friday!
8TH LEG MAY 9TH 10 PM
9TH LEG MAY 10TH 2 AM
10TH LEG MAY 10TH 6 AM
11TH LEG MAY 10TH 10 AM
12TH LEG MAY 10TH 2 PM (FINAL LEG!)- Group Run for final leg will also be at the North YMCA.
CHALLENGE COMPLETION PARTY AT THE NORTH YMCA AFTER THE FINAL LEG! DETAILS ON FLYER BELOW!
_ THE WHOLE CHALLENGE CAN BE COMPLETED VIRTUALLY _
BE A VOLUNTEER
If you are unable to compete in the 4x4x48 Challenge, we still need volunteers to help us leading up to and during the Challenge. Check out the volunteer tab above or contact us at [email protected] if interested!
SPONSORSHIPS
Do you have a business and want to be one of our sponsors of the Inaugural MM4M 4x4x48 Challenge? We have some amazing opportunities to get your business involved! Please contact us at [email protected] if interested.
All proceeds from the challenge will benefit the Many Miles For Malakai Non-Profit Corporation, supporting children affected by gun violence. Come get in some Miles for Malakai and other children while testing yourself mentally, physically, and emotionally in the INAUGURAL MM4M 4X4X48 CHALLENGE!
All participants will receive an inaugural MM4M 4x4x48 commemorative t-shirt and digital MM4M 4x4x48 bib number, along with other prizes for certain team goals! See designs above and at registration!
Join us IN PERSON OR VIRTUALLY!
*** THE ONLY NON- NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENT TO COMPLETE THE CHALLENGE: AT LEAST ONE TEAM MEMBER MUST BE COMPLETING THE 4 MILES EVERY 4 HOURS UNTIL THE 48 HOURS IS UP! ***
OPTIONS TO PARTICPATE:
1. BE YOUR OWN TEAM!
Complete all 12 legs yourself.
You will Run/Walk/Ruck/Crawl 4 miles every 4 hours for a period of 48 hours. Grand Total: 48 Miles!
Note: Not a fan of Running/Walking/Rucking/Crawling?! There are options to Row/Bike/Swim an equivalent distance for the Challenge. Contact us if interested.
2. BE A TEAM LEADER AND BUILD A TEAM! _(Team Leaders will sign up as "Relay Team" at signups; Team Leaders can continue to add team members after the team is established)_
You can choose the size of your team and then divide up the 12 legs between all of your team members. As long as AT LEAST ONE TEAM MEMBER is doing 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours during the duration of the Challenge, the team will have conquered the MM4M 4x4x48 Challenge! Team Leaders can be creative and lead their teams. We encourage group runs, meaning you can have several team members completing multiple or all of the legs together, or they can be split up however you want. We just hope all team members challenge themselves and get out of their comfort zones. You will have team comradery and support, all while doing it for an amazing cause!!!
TEAM EXAMPLES:
TEAMS CAN HAVE UP TO 24 TEAM MEMBERS:
MINIMUM DISTANCE: A 12 member team could divide up each leg of the Challenge. Every team member would complete 4 miles one time, for a total of 48 miles for the team.
EXAMPLE OF A 4 PERSON TEAM:
Person A does 1st leg. Person B does 2nd. Person C does 3rd. Person D does 4th. Repeat two more times until 12 legs are completed, for a total of 48 miles.
Or you can have some team members run more legs of the Challenge than others. This is all up to the team! Be Creative! Have Fun! Challenge Yourself!
ALL INDIVIDUALS AND TEAMS WILL START EACH LEG AT THE TIMES DESCRIBED BELOW (6 PM, 10 PM, 2 AM ...).
JOIN AN EXISTING TEAM!
Are you wanting to get involved, but don't intend to complete the 4x4x48 on your own? Let us know, and we will connect you with other teams who need runners to fill their teams. CONTACT US IN THE SECTION BELOW OR EMAIL US DIRECTLY AT [email protected].
SCHEDULE: IN PERSON AND VIRTUAL CHALLENGE OPTIONS
_HOST SITE AND KICK OFF PARTY FOR 1ST LEG WILL BE AT THE NORTH YMCA: 381 W. LOUDON AVE. LEXINGTON, KY 40508._
_*** SEE FLYER BELOW FOR MORE DETAILS ON THE KICK OFF PARTY!***_
1ST LEG MAY 8TH 6 PM (ALL TIMES EST) - Group Run Option on the Legacy Trail in Lexington, KY starting at the North YMCA
2ND LEG MAY 8TH 10 PM
3RD LEG MAY 9TH 2 AM
4TH LEG MAY 9TH 6 AM
5TH LEG MAY 9TH 10 AM - Group Run Option on the Liberty/Brighton Trail starting at Assured Partners 1792 Alysheba Way Lexington, KY
6TH LEG MAY 9TH 2 PM - Group Run Option on Liberty Trail starting at Andover Republic Bank 3098 Helmsdale Place Lexington, KY
7TH LEG MAY 9TH 6 PM - Group Run Option at Shillito Park. Will coincide with Food Truck Friday!
8TH LEG MAY 9TH 10 PM
9TH LEG MAY 10TH 2 AM
10TH LEG MAY 10TH 6 AM
11TH LEG MAY 10TH 10 AM
12TH LEG MAY 10TH 2 PM (FINAL LEG!)- Group Run for final leg will also be at the North YMCA.
CHALLENGE COMPLETION PARTY AT THE NORTH YMCA AFTER THE FINAL LEG! DETAILS ON FLYER BELOW!
_ THE WHOLE CHALLENGE CAN BE COMPLETED VIRTUALLY _
BE A VOLUNTEER
If you are unable to compete in the 4x4x48 Challenge, we still need volunteers to help us leading up to and during the Challenge. Check out the volunteer tab above or contact us at [email protected] if interested!
SPONSORSHIPS
Do you have a business and want to be one of our sponsors of the Inaugural MM4M 4x4x48 Challenge? We have some amazing opportunities to get your business involved! Please contact us at [email protected] if interested.
Races
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MM4M 4x4x48 Challenge
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
$54.00
CLOSEDThis race can be completed virtually or you can join us at the host site here in Lexington, KY for the first and last leg!
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