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Are you ready to Strive?
Strive Fitness Race, part of the European Week of Sport, is an inclusive, high-energy fitness racing event designed for pairs of all ages and fitness levels. Taking place on Sunday, 21st September at the Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena, this exciting challenge unfolds on the National Indoor Athletics Track. Whether you're just starting out or already a fitness enthusiast, Strive offers two dynamic formats to suit your level; Strive Fitness Challenge or Strive Fitness Race.
Time to Strive
Strive Fitness Race is a fantastic new addition to the fitness racing wave that’s sweeping across the country. Join us for a day of fun, sweat, and achievement by clicking on the register now link below to visit our Eventbrite booking page on a new tab.
Entry Fee: Subsidised price of just €20 per person / €40 per entry, thanks to the European Week of Sport. *Participants must take part and register as a pair.
Public Sale Opens: Wednesday, 27th August at 11am
Early Access for Ireland Active Gyms: Monday, 25th August at 12noon (Make sure to ask your gym management to share the registration link)
Fitness Racing For All Levels
The Strive Fitness Race is a unique team-based challenge where participants compete in pairs, combining elements of running and functional fitness exercises to test strength, endurance, and overall fitness. Every meter run and every rep completed is tracked live, with a real-time leaderboard to keep the energy high and the competition exciting.
Option 1 - Strive Fitness Challenge (Time Slots: 9am and 12.20pm)
Perfect for those trying fitness racing for the first time. These sessions are designed to be fun, supportive, and accessible—ideal for building confidence and enjoying the experience.
Option 2 - Strive Fitness Race (Time Slots: 1.30pm to 5.45pm)
Tailored for regular exercisers looking to push their limits in a dynamic race environment.
*Taking part in accessible inclusive version of the race is also available upon request.
Partnerships
The event is funded by European Week of Sport and Sport Ireland. Sport Ireland Campus have partnered with Ireland Active to ensure as many gyms across the country can take part, and with Revelate Fitness to deliver and event with the latest in motion capture technology, live leader boards and hassle free Fitness Racing.
Strive Fitness Race Formats
The Strive Fitness Race is a unique team-based challenge where participants compete in pairs, combining elements of running and functional fitness exercises.
Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or you're a seasoned athlete, there's a format for you.
Strive Fitness Challenge Format - Beginner Fitness Levels
Pairs Event with 4 Stations.
Station 1 - Max metres Rowing
8 Minutes - You Go I Go
4mins – Changeover and rest
Station 2 - Max 40m Shuttle Runs
8 Minutes - You Go I Go
4mins – Changeover and rest
Station 3 - Max metres Ski Erg
8 Minutes - You Go I Go
4mins – Changeover and rest
Station 4 - Max down-ups
8 Minutes - You Go I Go
Total workout time – 44mins
Winners calculated on Maximum meters plus maximum Down-ups.
Strive Fitness Race Format - Intermediate to Advanced Fitness Levels
Pairs event with 3 x double exercise stations – total 6 exercises
Station 1
First - 160m walking lunges (8 lengths of the 20m lane)
Second - Max metres on the ski erg.
12 minutes - You Go I Go
4mins – Changeover and rest
Station 2
First - 120m burpee broad jumps (6 lengths of the 20m lane)
Second - max metres on the rower erg
12 minutes - You Go I Go
4mins – Changeover and rest
Station 3
First - 120 Situps
Second - Max laps of the 200m track
12 minutes - You Go I Go
Total workout time – 44 minutes
Winners calculated on Maximum meters, after completing first challenge of each station.
This new technology-powered fitness race featuring live leaderboards has been designed for both beginners and more advanced fitness enthusiasts. We'll be counting every meter and every rep to provide a live leaderboard.
Get Ready to Strive
COMING SOON
Prepare with purpose through our dedicated training programme, designed to reflect the real demands of the Strive event. Whether you're a first-timer or chasing a personal best, this plan will help you build the endurance, strength, and speed needed to conquer every station and cross the finish line strong.
Stay consistent, stay motivated, and Strive with confidence.