210 S Water St, Owosso MI
Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
Event Overview
Fitness Racing might be the new thing, but we have been here for 4 years already!
Infusing a classic 5k with functional fitness movements, we have created a fun and challenging race to put you to the test!
If you are training for a Fitness Race, this is an excellent way to test yourself!
Each athlete will complete a 5k split into running sections divided by various fitness tests! All fitness movements are meant to be VERY accessible to all fitness levels.
Division Details
- Competitive Division: This division will have set weights, box heights, etc for men and women.
- Here for a Good Time Division: Athletes will choose the weights, heights and movement scales that work best for them throughout the event!
- Participation: Participants may run or walk or any combination of the two for the distance of the 5k.
- Format Update: The 2026 race format and movements will be released in June 2026!
2025 Race Format
- 800M Run
- 10/8 cal Ski Erg
- 400m Run
- 20 Double Dumbbell Push Press 50/35
- 400m Run
- 30 Overhead Kettlebell Swings 35/26
- 400m Run
- 40 Box Step Overs 24/20
- 400m Run
- 200m Overhead Plate Carry 45/35
- 400m Run
- 40 Ball Sit Ups 20/14
- 400m Run
- 30 Kettlebell Sumo High Pulls 53/35
- 400m Run
- 20 Double Dumbbell Snatches 35/25
- 400m Run
- 10/8 cal Air Bike
- 800 m Run
Participation Details
- Weights: Weights listed for competitive division (Mens/Womens).
- Good Time Division: Can use weights of your choice, but movements will stay the same.
- Starting Format: Participants will start in heats of 3-5 staggered by 3 minutes.
- Final Heats: Final heats and start times will be released on the Wednesday prior to the event.
Participant Perks
Athletes will receive an 'Fittest 5k' tank (mens and women's options)! MUST REGISTER BY AUGUST 7th to be guaranteed a shirt!
Awards
- Men "Competitive" 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Women "Competitive" 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Men "Good Time" 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Women "Good Time" 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Men Masters (50+) 1st Place Competitive
- Women Masters (50+) 1st place Competitive
- Youth 1st Place (<18)
Event Information
Date: 2026-08-22
Location: 210 S Water St, Owosso, MI
Race URL: The Fittest 5k
