Registration for HerdFit Games costs $40.00. The event takes place on October 3, 2026, in Huntington, West Virginia, at 402 Thundering Herd Dr, with a typical start time of 8:00 AM. This competition falls under the "Other" sport category, making it distinct from traditional running or triathlon formats. Athletes traveling to Huntington for this event should plan accommodation accordingly and arrive with enough time before the early morning start. The venue location provides a central point for participants to check in and prepare for competition.
From the Race Organizer
The HerdFit Games is inspired by the popular HYROX fitness race format. It is a two-person fitness race that combines endurance, strength, teamwork, and grit. Teams will tackle a total of 2 miles running while completing eight challenging fitness stations, including rowing, burpee broad jumps, farmer carries, bench hops, kettlebell swings, plate thrusters, walking lunges, and a final plate drag to the finish. This event is designed for all fitness levels. Teams may divide station work however they choose, making strategy and teamwork just as important as fitness. Whether you're competing for a division championship or simply looking for a unique challenge with a friend, the HerdFit Games will push you to work together, dig deep, and earn your finish. Divisions Men's Division Women's Division Coed Division Cost The event is $40 PER TEAM. When signing up, you are paying for both you AND your partner. Team Format Registration is limited to 50 teams. Registration will close once capacity is reached. Teams of two Shared station work Both teammates must complete all run segments Both teammates must participate in every station Official time stops when both teammates cross the finish line Think you and your partner have what it takes? Find a teammate. Conquer the course. Become a HerdFit Games Champion. Event Schedule 7:15 AM Participant Check-In Opens at the Marshall Rec turf field 8:00 AM Wave One 8:25 AM Wave Two 8:50 AM Wave Three 9:15 AM Wave Four 9:40 AM Wave Five 10:05 AM Wave Six 10:30 AM Wave Seven 10:55 AM Wave Eight 11:20 AM Wave Nine 11:45 AM Wave Ten 12:30 PM Awards Ceremony *This is based on a max of 50 teams. The schedule will be adjusted based on the number of teams signed up. *Wave times will be emailed out prior to the event. Please be at the starting line at least 5 minutes before your heat for the race briefing. Awards Champions will be crowned in each division: • Men's Division Champion • Women's Division Champion • Coed Division Champion Only first place will be awarded in each division. Everyone who signs up by September 14th will be guaranteed a t-shirt! Course Breakdown Participants complete the following sequence: 0.25 Mile Run 1000m Row 0.25 Mile Run 80m Burpee Broad Jump 0.25 Mile Run 200m Farmer Carry 0.25 Mile Run 120 Bench Hops 0.25 Mile Run 100 Kettlebell Swings 0.25 Mile Run 75 Plate Thrusters 0.25 Mile Run 100m Walking Lunges 0.25 Mile Run 80m Plate Drag Run to the Finish * Subject to change before raceday
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 3.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Huntington, WV.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
HerdFit Games 2026 — Huntington, WV takes place on October 3, 2026. The race is held in Huntington, West Virginia.
Where is HerdFit Games 2026 — Huntington, WV held?
HerdFit Games 2026 — Huntington, WV is held at 402 Thundering Herd Dr in Huntington, West Virginia.
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