LAST MAN STANDING: THE BURPEE OPEN Year 2 of the Last Man Standing · September 26, 2026 10 burpees. Every minute. Until one person remains. THE RULES Chest to ground → Jump → Hands touch overhead. 10 reps per minute. Miss a round, you're out. Last one standing wins. WHAT TO EXPECT Start with 30–40 athletes. Every minute on the minute, complete 10 full burpees — chest to ground, hop at the top, hands touch overhead. Fall behind or break form and you're done. The crowd grows louder as competitors drop. This is endurance, grit, and community in the open air. THE SCENE Live DJ · Fuel & Hydration Station · Run Clubs · Hybrid Athletes · WhereinNYC Community ACHIEVEMENT UNLOCKED — THE 60 CLUB Survive 60+ minutes and earn your spot in NYC's most exclusive endurance club. Limited-edition 60 Club hat included. PRIZES Winner: ~$100 gift card + Burpee Open Champion Year II title + featured post on @WhereinNYC The 60 Club: Limited-edition hat + named in event recap + permanent entry on the inaugura
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