The Tough as Nails Urban Challenge presented by The Health Plan is a 20+ obstacle, 5+ mile challenge will push participants to the limit downtown in the city of Wheeling, WV on Sunday, May 24, 2026. This is a true all-round physical and mental test for 16 years or older runners, walkers, weightlifters, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone in between. Across more than six miles of body-breaking urban terrain you will traverse abandon cars, scale flood walls, climb your way over obstacles and claw your way up impossible inclines, all on your way to a triumphant finish! After working to destroy your body, we are partying with family and friends that includes food, drinks and live music. PACKET PICKUP IS AT WESBANCO ARENA (LOBBY), 2 14th St, Wheeling, WV 26003. Schedule: Friday, May 22: 12:00-6:00 PM - Pre-Packet Pickup Saturday, May 23: 6:00-10:30 AM - Pre-Packet Pickup Sunday, May 24: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Packet Pickup 12:00 PM - Wave 1 Start 12:15 PM - Wave 2 Start 12:30 PM - Wave 3 Start 12
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Tough As Nails Urban Challenge 2026 — Wheeling, WV
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 24.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Wheeling, 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
