Being targeted by high pressure hoses, hauling lumber up and down ski slopes, greased monkey bars over a frigid pool of water, 12 foot walls. Did I forget the live hanging electrical wires? These are just some of the 25 obstacles spattered along the 10 mile route that make the Tough Mudder at Wintergreen Resort in Rockfish, VA one of the most mentally and physically tough races in the US. To check out all the obstacles I will face on Saturday, October 22nd, 2011, check out the course map here but if you donate, be sure to do so through the link below.)
When a co-worker first introduced me to Tough Mudder, I was intrigued, but very skeptical. It sounded pretty ridiculous. After reading more about the event - that it was designed by British Special Forces, was designed to address mental toughness as much as physical grit, and supports the Wounded Warrior Project - I became more interested in taking part myself. So after a short time deliberating, I signed up and began encouraging other co-workers and friends to do the same.
After the idea for Brandon and Tom Do Stuff for Charity, I realized how perfect a candidate Tough Mudder would be for the first entry on our blog. As of writing this entry, I have raised just over $250 dollars for the Wounded Warrior Project. You can still donate money by clicking here.
The Wounded Warrior Project was started as an effort by a group of veterans and friends decided to help out war veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. It began with simple comfort items for the wounded service members, and has since blossomed into a total rehabilitative effort to help our veterans recover and transition back to life as a civilian. WWP has several programs designed to address specific areas of total health that can create obstacles for our returning veterans in their quest for adjustment.
After completing the race, there will be a follow-up post including pictures, videos, and a recap of the whole experience. Thank you to all that have donated and will donate!
Not to be outdone by Tom, I'll be doing the same race in Central Texas this March. If Tom beats my time I'll donate $1 for each 30 seconds he beats me by. Not the same course so we may to work in some sort of conversion, which will no doubt favor yours truly.
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same race? come on, you know what they say...everything is easier in Texas
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