KAIZEN MOUNTAIN HYBRID RACE
A hybrid fitness test like no other
3 core components - 1 brutal test
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Row I Bike I Ski x2
02
Trail Run
03
Heavy Sandbag Over Shoulders
Next event - KMHR1.0 - 9th May
Seathwaite Farm Camping, Lake District
Next event - KMHR1.0 - 9th May Seathwaite Farm Camping, Lake District
OVERVIEW.
Built to challenge.
The Kaizen Mountain Race is a continuous endurance time trial combining ergs, trail running, and muscular endurance.
This is also a solo race against the clock.
You versus you.
Estimated finish time: 1 hr 20 min - 2 hr.
THE RACE.
A combination of exercises which you can’t find anywhere else in competition.
2KM Row
5KM Bike Erg
2KM Ski
THE ENGINE
5KM Trail Run
270M approx elevation
Up and back route
THE CLIMB
2KM Row
5KM Bike Erg
2KM Ski
THE PIT
50 reps of sandbag over shoulder
50KG male
30KG female
THE 50/50
SPRINT FINISH
20 meter sprint over the finish line.
LOCATION, SETUP & VENDORS
Set in the heart of the Lake District, the race operates from a central basecamp at Seathwaite Farm Camping - CA12 5XJ
Athletes will move between ergs (in the erg zone) and trail in a continuous loop, finishing with a final push back through the finish line.
Depending on the weather, the sandbag section will either be covered or outside next to the erg zone.
Post race: stay, recover, and refuel at the camp in the athlete tent & Kaizen recovery zones.
JOINING US ON THE DAY
TENZING - providing fuel for performanceJubel - providing post-race celebrations
BBQ available all day
On-site recovery team for your post-race needs
Photographers
Vivi Life protein powder
Kaizen race organisers (aka your hype team)
WHAT YOUR TICKET GETS YOU
Entry to The Kaizen Mountain Hybrid Race
Access to the Recovery Zone with muscle guns, foam rollers, and an assortment of stretch bands
Unique discount codes with our partner brands
Custom trophy & prizes for the winners of the male & female race
Limited edition KMHR1.0 bag patches for all participants. Only 40 in production.
RACE FORMAT
Individual time trial
Athletes compete in waves - each waves starts on the hour every hour
You will be informed of your wave prior to the event
Athletes start every 10 minutes in each wave
Day capacity limited to 21 athletes
Races start at 9AM and are due to finish by 4.30PM
Marshals on the trail course to direct athletes
No unnecessary waiting
Clean race flow
A high-quality experience for athletes & spectators
NEXT RACE - 09.05
KEY INFORMATION
Location - Camp Kaizen HQ - Seathwaite Farm Campsite, Seathwaite, Cumbria, CA12 5XJ
Event starts - 8.30AM. First wave at 9AM.
Estimated race time - 1 hour 20 mins - 2 hours.
Don’t forget to join our email updates community for important Camp Kaizen updates.
Two pairs of shoes - 1 pair of indoor gym shoes & a pair of running/trail shoes.
Camp chairs for you and spectators.
Warm clothes for before and after your race.
£1 to use the site showers.
Your ID for check in.
Your own food and drink.
WHAT TO BRING
Covered athlete & spectator zone for before and after the event.
TENZING & other hydration & electrolyte options.
Official race patch for after you complete the KMHR.
Recovery support for after your race.
BBQ to purchase food throughout the day.
Event parking - £5.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
RACE SPONSORS
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Covered In Style
Covered In Style provide high-quality event infrastructure and styling, supporting the setup and delivery of events across the UK. Their expertise plays a key role in bringing the Kaizen Mountain Hybrid Race to life, helping create a functional and professional race environment.
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Glaramara Hotel
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District, the Glaramara Hotel offers a unique blend of comfort and adventure. As part of their support for the event, they are providing an exclusive prize for the female race winner, reinforcing their commitment to the outdoor and endurance community.
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Brix Paving NW
Brix Paving NW is a US-based paving and construction company built on quality workmanship and strong foundations. Their support reflects a shared ethos of hard work, resilience, and backing ambitious projects from the ground up.
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Fellside Sauna Lake District
Fellside Sauna offers authentic outdoor sauna experiences set within the Lake District landscape, designed to support recovery, wellbeing, and resilience. As part of their support for the event, they are providing a free sauna session for both the male and female race winners.
RACE PRIZES
For the winning male and females. More to be announced soon.
The KMHR trophy
Free entry to the KMHR2.0 in September
£50 voucher for the Glaramara Hotel
Free Lakeside Sauna session
Limited edition KMHR1.0 T-Shirt
Free Kaizen merch
RACE LEADERBOARD - COMING SOON
FAQs
1
What is the make of the equipment?
All ergs are Concept2. The sandbags are CompeteForce strongman bags.
2
When will I know what time to arrive?
We recommend everyone arrives around 9AM to make the most of the day. The first race of the day will start at 9AM, and the last wave will start no later than 4PM. You will be made aware of your start time the week before the event.
Footwear?
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The trail route isn’t overly technical but is still much more difficult than running on concrete. We recommend running in trail shoes, but if you wish to wear regulation running shoes, you can. Whilst in the erg zone, you will need to be in a clean pair of gym shoes. Part of the transition from the erg zone to the trail and back is the shoe change.
How can I contact you?
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Via email - team@campkaizen.co.uk
You can also find us on Insagram at camp.kaizen
What is the terrain for the 5K run?
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A combination of concrete, gravel path, loose stones & grit, and some larger rocky trail
6
Is pre and post-race nutrition provided?
There will be free samples of Vivo Life protein powder, TENZING, FourFive electrolytes, and more, but we highly recommend coming prepared with your own nutrition. Post race there will be more free samples available. We also have a BBQ on site which you can purchase discounted food from all day.
When will the results be released?
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Within 2 days of the close of the event. The winners will be announced at the end of the day.
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Is there a time cap?
Yes - 2 hours and 10 minutes is the cut off.
Can I change the resistance on the machines?
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Yes
What are the competition categories?
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Only male and female categories. A winner will be crowned at the end of the event from each. We don’t operate with age categories (yet).
Before and after the race - 15 meter athlete & spectator zone and recovery zone.
During the race - erg zone is covered and 50/50 sandbag zone may be covered if it rains.
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Is there cover?
