Challenges
Graphic: Tough Smudge with ChatGPT Four Tough Mudder Trifectas in 2027
One 5K, one 15K and one Infinity makes a Tough Mudder Trifecta. In 2027, I’m attempting to do it four times. Starting at London West and aiming to finish by Manchester in October, this is a season-long challenge of endurance, recovery and consistency, including the small matter of Tough Mudder Midlands just one week after…
Graphic: Tough Smudge with ChatGPT Spartan Trifecta 2027
Three Spartan races, two weekends and one goal. In 2027 I’m taking on the Sprint and Super at Spartan Scotland before stepping up to the 21K Beast at Spartan South West to complete my first Spartan Trifecta. I’ll be doing it all in the Open category. This one is about challenging myself, enjoying the journey…
Graphic: Tough Smudge with ChatGPT Running the Yorkshire Three Peaks
Taking on Pen-y-ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough in a single day, with the aim of running the Yorkshire Three Peaks rather than simply completing the traditional walking challenge.
Graphic: Tough Smudge with ChatGPT World’s Toughest Mudder 2027
The ultimate Tough Smudge challenge. Twenty-four hours of obstacles, mud, darkness and repeated five-mile laps at World’s Toughest Mudder 2027. No podium target and no minimum mileage to chase. The goal is simpler, and harder: keep going until the 24-hour clock runs out.
Graphic: Tough Smudge with ChatGPT Tough Mudder Trifecta
Three formats. Two days. One Trifecta. Eight hours of Infinity on Saturday, targeting 40 km with 50 km as a stretch, followed by the 15K and 5K on Sunday. After Manchester’s 60 km weekend, it’s time for a different endurance challenge — and potentially 70 km of mud!
Graphic: Tough Smudge with ChatGPT Tough Smudge Movember 800
800 miles. 30 days. One very deliberate challenge. This November, I’m taking on my own Tough Smudge Movember challenge: 800 miles on the Peloton Bike+ across the month, while still keeping up the running, strength and mobility work needed for everything ahead.