Jacksonville’s UREC Fitness to Host 5th Annual StrongOne Competition at Bennett Field – Calhoun Journal

Jacksonville, AL – On Saturday, October 26, 2024, UREC Fitness will host the highly anticipated 5th installment of StrongOne, a thrilling fitness competition set to challenge and reward fitness enthusiasts. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better, featuring a range of mixed events designed to test participants’ strength, endurance, speed, and agility.

Event Details

• Location: Bennett Field
• Check-In: 8:00 am to 8:45 am
• Event Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 noon
• Awards Ceremony: 12:30 pm

Spectators are welcome to join in the excitement as participants go head-to-head in a variety of events aimed at showcasing their physical capabilities.

Competition Events

This year’s StrongOne will include the following challenging events:

• Bench Press
• Sled Drive
• Tire Flip
• Deadlift
• Hammer Hold
• Farmers Carry
• Log Press

Registration and Weigh-In

A weigh-in is mandatory for all participants to ensure correct placement in the appropriate weight division. Weigh-ins must occur no earlier than four days before the competition and no later than two days prior. Once registered, participants will receive full details and instructions for Comp Day.

• Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 24, 2024, or until maximum capacity is reached.
• Entry Fees:
  • Jax State Students: $25
  • Returning Participants: $30
  • First-Time Participants: $40

Every registrant will receive entry to the event, a swag bag with fitness-related goodies, a bib number, a special event t-shirt, and a raffle ticket for a chance to win a large prize giveaway.

Divisions and Age Categories

Participants will be categorized based on both weight and age to ensure fair competition. Weight divisions include:

• Lightweight
• Middleweight
• Heavyweight

Age categories are:

Awards and Prizes

Winners in each weight and age division will be celebrated with medals or trophies, and podium finishers will receive a variety of products from Barbell Apparel, including:

• Barbell Bag
• Barbell Shakers
• Barbell Hat
• $50 gift card for Barbell Apparel products

First, second, and third-place winners will be awarded in each age and weight division.

Don’t miss the chance to compete, cheer, or witness the strength of local fitness enthusiasts! Register now and secure your spot for a day of friendly competition and fitness fun at Bennett Field.