Merry Vertmas Hill Starter

Workout - Merry Vertmas Hill Starter

• 20min @ 6'30''/km
• 7 lots of:
  • 2min 30s @ 5'30''/km
  • 1min rest
• 10min @ 7'00''/km

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Intro: Interested in a month-long climbing challenge? Aravaipa Running created Merry Vertmas Climbing Challenge!, and it’s worth your attention. This breakdown covers what you need to know to get started. Check the full video when you’re ready for additional details.

Key Points:

• Running for 25 days starting December 1st, the challenge tracks vertical feet (not miles) earned through outdoor climbs and treadmill sessions.
• Two ways to compete: Vert Real (outdoor only) and Vert Virtual (outdoor or treadmill). Treadmill sessions move your total up faster since you’re climbing without downhill sections.
• Log climbs via Out and Back (outandback.com)—connect your Strava or Garmin account, or upload a TCX file from your treadmill.
• You’ll unlock badges at various vertical milestones: 10,000 ft (Steep Squad), 29,029 ft (Everest), 33,000 ft (Hard Rock), 70,000 ft (Barclay), 138,000 ft (Marathon of Climb), and up to 300,000 ft.
• Daily activities drive engagement: Time to Climb (an hour’s worth of elevation), Twin Peaks (two climbs in one day), Summit Selfies ×3 (reach three peaks and share photos).

Workout Example:

• Day 1 – Time to Climb: Target an hour’s elevation gain—roughly 2,000 feet. Log it through Strava or directly on Out and Back.
• Days 2-3 – Twin Peaks: Fit in two climbs daily, each around 1,500 feet. That’s about 3,000 feet across both days.
• Days 4-5 – Summit Selfies ×3: Pick three local peaks, climb each one, take a photo, and record the vertical.

These targets are starting points—adjust them based on your fitness and use the Pacing app to set custom “feet per minute” goals that work for you.

Closing Note: Want to earn holiday badges while building vertical? Start the Merry Vertmas Challenge whenever you’re ready. The Pacing app lets you customize distances and paces for your goals. The full video has more details, bonus prizes, and additional information.

References

• Merry Vertmas Climbing Challenge! - YouTube (YouTube Video)