About the Fittest 5k by Fitness Coliseum
This is not a straight road race. The course breaks the distance into running segments with functional fitness stations in between: pull-ups or ring rows, squats, ski erg calories, box jumps, rowing, a farmers carry, lunges, plate touches, and burpees. The competitive division uses set weights and equipment standards, while the other division lets athletes scale movements to what works for them.
Participants go off in small staggered heats rather than a mass start, and heat assignments come out a few days before race day. Awards go deep across competitive and recreational divisions, with separate categories for masters athletes and youth.
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Distances & Start Times
5K8/22/2026 08:00$60
5K8/22/2026 08:00$60
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