The Fittest 5k by Fitness Coliseum
About the Event
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.
The "Competitive" division will have set weights, box heights, etc for men and women.
The "Here for a Good Time" division will allow athletes to choose the weights, heights and movement scales that work best for them throughout the event!
Participants may run or walk or any combination of the two for the distance of the 5k.
We like to change it up a little every year! The 2026 race format and movements will be released in June 2026!
You can see the 2025 format below!
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
**Weights listed for competitive division (Mens/Womens)
**Good Time(and youth) division can use weights of your choice, but movements will stay the same.
Participants will start in heats of 3-5 staggered by 3 minutes. Final heats and start times will be released on the Wednesday prior to the event.
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)
Join fellow runners on August 22, 2026 for the The Fittest 5k by Fitness Coliseum. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Owosso.
Races Offered
Running
"Competitive" Fittest 5k
Select this option if you would like to follow the prescribed weights, box heights and movement standards Men: 24in box jumps, 35lb DB floor & shoulder to overhead, 50lb carry's, squats and other KB movements Women: 20in box jump, 25lb DB floor & shoulder to overhead, 35lb carry's, squats and other KB movements
"Here for a Good Time" Fittest 5k
Select this option if you would like to be able to chose your own weights for the weighted movements, substitute step ups for box jumps, modify push ups or sit ups, or any other modifications you may need! We want this to be FUN! Come and do what YOU can and it will be awesome!
About Owosso
The Fittest 5k by Fitness Coliseum takes place in Owosso, Michigan, United States. The local timezone is America/Detroit.
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