We Raced Our Subscribers in The ULTIMATE Strava Challenge - The Running Channel

Aug 13, 2025

Quick Summary

This is a quick summary of We Raced Our Subscribers in The ULTIMATE Strava Challenge from The Running Channel. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the challenge today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key Points

Challenge format: 1‑week, 3 separate Strava group challenges (most distance, most elevation, most time). Up to 25 friends can join a group challenge on Strava.
Tactics: Add extra low‑impact activities (walks, treadmill, stairs) to boost distance and time; track every walk (even a 5‑minute commute) to gain points.
Activity selection: Anything that Strava records counts – runs, walks, treadmill sessions, hill climbs, strength‑cardio, even kayaking (if you set it to count).
Practical tip: Check the leaderboard daily, use time‑zone differences to your advantage, and mix short 20‑minute runs with longer weekend runs to balance distance and time.

Workout Example (Adaptable to Your Paces)

Daily “bonus” activity: 5‑minute walk from home to work (or any short walk) – counts toward time and distance.
Mid‑week short run: 20‑minute easy run (or 2‑3 km) at an easy pace – adds distance and keeps you active.
Mid‑week treadmill session: 45‑minute steady‑state run or walk on the treadmill – boosts time without needing elevation.
Weekend long effort: 30 km (or ~20 mi) run or 10 km hill repeat session – targets distance and elevation.
Strength/ cardio day: 30‑minute strength + cardio circuit (e.g., stairs, body‑weight circuit) – adds time and can count toward elevation if you include stairs.

Adjust the distances and durations to match your current fitness level and input the paces into the Pacing app.

Closing Note

Give the challenge a try—mix walks, short runs, and a big weekend effort, and customize the distances to fit your own pace in the Pacing app. Have fun, stay motivated, and remember to check the full video for more inspiration and details! 🚀