Virtual Murph Challenge 2020
Our Memorial Day Benchmark WOD
May 22 2020 - May 25 2020
May 22 2020 - May 25 2020
The Murph Challenge is a workout dedicated to Navy Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy, who was killed in action in Afghanistan June 28th 2005. This workout was one of Mike's favorites and he named it "Body Armor”. From here on it has been referred to as "Murph" in honor of this focused warrior and great American who wanted nothing more in life than to serve this great country and the people who make it extraordinary. The purpose of this event is to stimulate comradery, spark friendly competition within the community, and boost morale.
Since there are limited pull up bars/TRX stations around post, participants will have 4 days to complete the challenge to help control the flow of traffic. Safety restrictions and Physical Distancing guidelines must be followed at all times. All fitness enthusiasts will be able to participate in this event no matter what their fitness level is. Scaling options are available.
Alpha (Rx-20lb vest) |
Bravo (scaled) |
Charlie (scaled) |
Run: 1 Mile |
Run: 1 Mile |
Run ½ Mile |
Pull Ups: 100 |
Pull Ups: 100 |
Pull Ups: 50 |
Push Ups: 200 |
Push Ups: 200 |
Push Ups: 100 |
Squats: 300 |
Squats: 300 |
Squats: 150 |
Run: 1 Mile |
Run: 1 Mile |
Run ½ Mile |
Additional scaling options: Pull-ups (TRX rows/band assisted/jumping pull ups)
Push-up (knee modified/box push-ups/incline/TRX/wall)
Air Squats (box sits/modified squats/wall slides)
Post your GPS app screenshot and post-workout picture to show your commemoration on the Katterbach Fitness Center’s Facebook Event “Virtual Murph Challenge 2020”.
Equipment: If athletes choose to wear a twenty-pound vest or body armor, they can wear it; however, this will not be provided by MWR Sports and Fitness.
Cost
No Cost. The Challenge is open to all USAG Ansbach Community members.
Registration Information
No registration is required, however participants MUST be assigned to USAG Ansbach.