I ran the 3-5 mile one a few years ago. They have a few obstacles throughout

Jul 21, 2017
5:58:47pm

specsauce All-American

The race, and then there are 12-15 at the end that just make you feel like death, so pace yourself. Also drink a bunch of water before or carry some with you as the one I ran had very few water stops.

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Running my first Spartan race tomorrow. Any tips from those who have run one?

RealTexan Coug

7/21/17 5:48pm

I've never run one but I've watched the spartan challenge TV show a bunch and my #1 tip is not to let your biker shorts

Slim

7/21/17 5:50pm

Wear cargo shorts and fill the pockets full of

Malathion

7/21/17 5:58pm

I ran the 3-5 mile one a few years ago. They have a few obstacles throughout

specsauce

7/21/17 5:58pm

Come back carrying your shield, or on it.

SJS

7/21/17 5:58pm

RE: Running my first Spartan race tomorrow. Any tips from those who have run one?

JohnnyComeLately

7/21/17 5:59pm

Excellent point. I sprained both ankles due to the terrain and not wrapping my

specsauce

7/21/17 6:00pm

My cousin dragged me to a Spartan at Soldier's Hollow a couple years ago.

The Drake

7/21/17 6:01pm

Yes I forgot to add I always run with receiver gloves they are perfect for many obstacles help with the grip

JohnnyComeLately

7/21/17 6:03pm

you spent too much money?

calvindyer

7/21/17 10:10pm

Fingerless gloves, quick dry clothes, Altra King MT shoes, Pace Yourself, have

RUNBYU1

7/21/17 10:58pm

Thanks for the tips, All! Had a fun time.

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