Training for a specific event or competition is a great way to push your body and stay motivated. Below is a list of ideas of events and competitions that you can try!
Tough Mudder: http://toughmudder.com/
I have ran two Tough Mudders so far and it is a blast! Depending on where and when you do it will determine the difficulty of the course. It is certainly not the toughest event on the planet like they claim, but its fun and anyone can do it.
Tip: If you do one of these and consider yourself to be an above par athlete sign up for one of the earliest heats of the day. Signing up for any heat after 11am will get you suck behind people in the bottleneck that happens at every obstacle.
Local Mud Runs: http://wildwarriorchallenge.com/
Local mud runs are a great alternative to the Tough Mudder. They are never as long, nor as challenging, but they also aren't as expensive. The link above it to the Wild Warrior Challenge that goes on in Morgantown. I did this event just this past April and had a blast! It was only a 5k, but it was the most difficult 3 miles I ever ran.
Local mud runs are a great way to push you and your friends, giving you that upcoming event to prepare and train for. Go online and search for muds runs near you, and start your training.
5k-10k-half marathon-full marathon: http://www.runnersworld.com/race-finder
What ever distance you are looking for, the above link is the perfect way to find your race.
Rock Climbing Competitions: http://www.indoorclimbing.com/worldgyms.html
If rock climbing is your think, and even if it's not, get in touch with your local gym and ask about upcoming competitions. Most climbing gyms will host at least two competitions a year. These competitions usually have different experience levels and welcome beginners. It is a great way to network and make friends in the sport. The above link a great way to find a gym near you.
Boxing: http://www.boxinggyms.com/
Like boxing? Interested in trying something new? Boxing is an intense full body workout and any amount of dedication in this sport will whip you into shape. Don't worry, boxing gyms are very understanding and will never push you outside of your comfort zone. If you do not actually want to fight, but want to learn and be active, boxing is still for you. Boxing gyms will be interested in keeping you coming around even if you are not trying to get hit. They will teach the basics with no impact drills and sparing. The above link is a boxing gym locator. Go try something new!
Team Sports:
Check your area for local team sports that might interest you. This could be something like an actual softball league, or club soccer team, to something as simple as a morning basketball group. You might have to do some asking around to find out about these things, but it will do wonders for your motivation having a team sport to attend on a weekly basis. These types of things are generally very relaxed and full of people just trying to have a good time, so there is nothing to fear and no expectations held.
Competitions:
Competitions are a great way to stay motivated and will provide you with a measurable goal. These competitions could be anything you are interested in. Track and field events are a great idea if you aren't sure what you want to do. Get online and search your areas for local meets that are open to the public. Find that competitive edge within yourself and find out what your limits are. Open swim meets are another great one if that is your sport.
Have anymore ideas?
Please comment below if you have any more ideas for personal goals and events for readers to try. If possible provide a link and help get people motivated.
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