Military Miles Challenge (Jan-Feb 2027)
- Date
- January 1 – February 28, 2027
- Distance
- Military Miles Challenge Jan through Feb 2027 with dog tags (free US shipping) · Military Miles Challenge Jan through Feb 2027 with lapel pins (free US shipping) · Military Miles Challenge Jan through Feb 2026 with paracord survival bracelets (free US shipping)
From the Organizer
Relevant Running is always trying to help keep you motivated and inspired. It's been said that US Marines run 165+ miles during recruit training (aka boot camp). Join us throughout January and February 2027 for the Military Miles Challenge. A virtual challenge for runners and walkers of all ages anywhere at any time. Your goal, should you choose to accept it, is to walk and/or run 165 purposeful/training miles from January 1st until February 28th 2027. But, there is MUCH MORE than just a single medal! Read on for details!
Military Miles Challenge Participants will receive:
The custom designed Military Miles Challenge medal representing 6 major branches of the US Military (US Marines, Army, Air Force, Navy, Coast Guard, and Space Force). EVEN IF YOU DO NOT COMPLETE 165 MILES, YOU WILL STILL GET YOUR MEDAL. Scroll down for picture of this awesome custom 4 inch medal. Runners who surpass 165 miles during the 2 month challenge will receive EITHER 1 dog tag (with ball chain) of their choice for each additional 15 miles beyond 165 miles OR 1 lapel pin of their choice for each additional 15 miles beyond 165 miles OR 1 paracord survival bracelet of their choice for each additional 15 miles beyond 165 miles. Scroll down for pictures of this awesome extra bling. Please be sure you register for your desired extra bling (dog tags OR lapel pins OR paracord survival bracelets). During the 2 month challenge, you will receive an email from the Race Director requesting your dog tag OR lapel pin OR paracord survival bracelet branch of service preferences (depending upon what you registered for). PLEASE NOTE: Participants are limited to earning a maximum of 6 dog tags OR 6 lapel pins OR 6 bracelets for this challenge. Scroll down for pictures of the dog tags, paracord survival bracelets, and lapel pins.
Tracking
Tracking is accomplished by uploading to the Challenge runsignup page. You will be able to see your progress tracking bar as well as milestones achieved along the way. You will also be able to follow others that are currently active in the Challenge. You will receive an email with your tracking link shortly after midnight the morning the challenge starts.
Challenge duration:
You can start/join the Challenge any time after 12:01am Eastern time January 1st 2027. Complete your purposeful/training miles at your own pace throughout the 2 months. The Challenge ends at 11:59pm Eastern time February 28th 2027.
Leaderboard Status
You will be able to log your distance, time for each run or walk. This will track who is in the lead.
Course Information: It's virtual, so wherever you choose to run or walk!
Do what you can - when you can -from wherever you are.
Track your progress on our race page and connect with our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/880518105739882/
(Please note: joining the Facebook group is encouraged but optional and not required to participate)
Complete the challenge distance.
Receive your amazing medal (and dog tags OR lapel pins OR paracord survival bracelets if you surpass 165 miles in the increments stated above).
You are also encouraged to bookmark our Linktree page with links to all our open races and challenges: https://linktr.ee/relevantrunning
and our website www.relevantrunning.com
Medals and any extra bling earned will ship soon after the Challenge completes.
For questions, contact the Race Director at fjjrunning@gmail.com
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
70°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saint Leo, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wesley Chapel, FL
Elevation
88 ft
Nearest Airport
TPA
Tampa International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Days to train
- Race
- Military Miles Challenge (Jan-Feb 2027)
- Date
- January 1 – February 28, 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Military Miles Challenge (Jan-Feb 2027)?
- Military Miles Challenge (Jan-Feb 2027) is a running race held in Wesley Chapel, Florida on January 1, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Military Miles Challenge (Jan-Feb 2027)?
- Friday, January 1, 2027 in Wesley Chapel, Florida at VIRTUAL CHALLENGE ANYWHERE, Wesley Chapel, FL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Military Miles Challenge (Jan-Feb 2027)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Military Miles Challenge (Jan-Feb 2027)
Jan 1, 2027