World's Toughest Mile

About this event

World's Toughest Mile

Presented by Fast & Heavy Fitness

We're taking over the track at the new DICK'S House of Sport at SanTan Village for the World's Toughest Mile!

Join us Saturday, November 21, from 9am-12pm, for a morning of fitness, friendly competition, and community. This event is open to everyone, regardless of fitness level or gym affiliation.

THE CHALLENGE

One mile broken into four 400-meter sections, each with a different movement:

• 400m – Burpee Broad Jumps

• 400m – Walking Lunges

• 400m – Bear Crawls

• 400m – Run

CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE

Whether you're competing for the fastest time, taking on a modified version, or tackling the mile with a friend, there's a way for everyone to participate.

INDIVIDUAL RX

For experienced athletes looking to complete the entire mile as prescribed.

• 400m Burpee Broad Jumps

• 400m Walking Lunges

• 400m Bear Crawl

• 400m Run

SCALED

Same mile, with reduced difficulty on the more demanding movements.

• 400m Burpee + Step Forward (no jump required)

• 400m Walking Lunges

• 400m Bear Crawl (alternating 25m crawl / 25m walk)

• 400m Run or Jog

PARTNER

Partners split the work however they want.

• 400m Burpee Broad Jumps

• 400m Walking Lunges

• 400m Bear Crawl

• 400m Run Teams can be male/male, female/female, or mixed. Both partners must register individually and select the Partner division.

Partners split the first three 400m sections however they choose, with only one athlete working at a time. Both partners complete the final 400m run together, and time stops when both cross the finish line.

COMMUNITY

Shorter distances and approachable movements for anyone who wants to participate.

• 200m Burpee + Step Forward

• 200m Walking Lunges or Walking

• 200m Bear Crawl or Walking

• 400m Walk or Jog

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location: DICK'S House of Sport, SanTan Village, Gilbert, AZ

Registration:

• $15 per person

• $30 per person with an event T-shirt

• Registration closes Tuesday, November 17. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

START TIMES & CHECK-IN

Participants will start in staggered waves throughout the morning to ensure everyone has a great experience.

A finalized event schedule, including check-in details and assigned start times, will be released after registration closes.

Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your assigned start time.

PRIZES, RAFFLES & GIVEAWAYS

We'll have prizes for the fastest male and female finishers in the Individual RX division, plus raffles and giveaways throughout the morning.

All registered participants are eligible for raffles and giveaways, regardless of division or finish time.

BRING THE FAMILY!

Kids are welcome! While adults take on the challenge, kids can enjoy the turf area under parent or guardian supervision.

Age Requirements

Participants must be at least 14 years old to register for the World's Toughest Mile. Participants ages 14–17 must have consent from a parent or legal guardian and a completed liability waiver signed by their parent or guardian.

Children under 14 are welcome to attend as spectators and enjoy designated activity areas under adult supervision but may not participate in the challenge.