Nuclear Fit Rookies
Fit – Rookies (9-11)
Fitness Race
Easy
1.1K
Designed as an introduction to fitness racing, this age category focuses on building confidence, coordination and love for exercise.
Lighter weights and shorter distances than the adult race ensure a fun and achievable challenge for younger racers.
They will undertake three 260m trail runs, and six workout stations, all designed to balance performance, safety and fun.
Please note: the child’s age on race day determines their category, not the age during ticket booking.
What’s Included
- Chip timing
- 1 free finishers wall photo
- Finishers medal
- Free spectators and free parking
Fit – Rookies (12-15)
Fitness Race
Easy
1.1K
A step up in intensity, this category is designed for older racers ready for more of a challenge and strengthen the foundations for a healthy lifestyle.
With heavier weights and longer distances than the younger age group, it’s ideal for those looking to push themselves and build on their fitness.
They will undertake three 380m trail runs, and six workout stations, all designed to balance performance, safety and fun.
Please note: the child’s age on race day determines their category, not the age during ticket booking.
What’s Included
- Chip timing
- 1 free finishers wall photo
- Finishers medal
- Free spectators and free parking
Nuclear Offers
18TH July 2026
WHEEL TYRE FLIP
Distance age 9-11: 20m
Distance age 12-15: 30m
Height of tyre: 2ft
The competitor starts behind the line. To flip the tyre they need to get into a deep squat, place hands under the tyre, maintain a flat back with their head up and power up through the legs and hips. They can use their knee to assist with the flip. They can stop to rest. They complete this workout once the competitor and the whole tyre have crossed the line.
FARMER URN HUG
Distance: 80m
Weight age 9-11: 8kg
Weight age 12-15: 12kg
The competitor has to pick the urn up from the station, remembering to keep their core engaged. The carry begins when they cross the start line. The urn must be kept close to their chest and they can put it down at any time. The carry is complete once the competitor and the urn cross the finish line.
PLOUGH PULL
Distance age 9-11: 65m
Distance age 12-15: 125m
Weight: 25kg
The competitor places the reins over their shoulders and they must stand behind the line prior to starting. They must remain standing at all times, hands and knees are not allowed to touch the ground. They move the plough (sled) by pulling and moving forward. They can stop to rest. The pull finishes once the competitor and the plough cross the finish line.
MILK CHURN CARRY
Distance age 9-11: 70m
Distance age 12-15: 115m
Weight age 9-11: 6kg
Weight age 12-15: 12kg
The competitor has to carry one milk churn in each hand with both arms fully extended. The carry begins when they cross the start line. They can put the milk churns down to rest. The carry is complete once the competitor and the milk churns cross the finish line.
DUCK AND THROW
Distance age 9-11: 50m
Distance age 12-15: 100m
Weight: 10kg
Throws age 9-11: 5
Throws age 12-15: 10
The competitor picks up a bag and runs 40m to the functional fitness station. They will then be required to throw it over the bar without any assistance, they then duck under the bar and pick up the bag and move forward into the next designated lane. There are 10 throws in total. They can stop to rest. The competitor picks up their bag to run 40m back towards the finish line. The workout is complete once they cross the finish line.
Squat and Lift
Reps age 9-11: 25
Reps age 12-15: 40
The competitors start by sitting down on the box provided and picking up the handles. The lift begins when they stand up and raise the rack above their head, locking their arms out, this counts as one rep. They must then sit back down onto the box. They can rest at any time standing or sitting. Each correctly completed rep will be counted by an adjudicator. The lift finishes when the competitor completes all the reps.
Functional fitness format
Participants take on unique functional fitness stations, such as tyre flips, plough pulls and milk churn carries. They are designed to test both endurance and strength.
Training available
For those that want a little more practice before the big day, training sessions are available throughout the year to get you race day ready.
Timing Chips
Every competitor will receive chip-timing information, with breakdowns for each run and workout station, giving detailed performance splits and clear insight into strengths, progress and pacing.
Team and league opportunities
With Individual, Doubles and Relay options available, you can take part either individually or as part of a team. Individuals also have the opportunity to compete for Nuclear Fit League glory!
A premium experience
Expect smooth organisation, first-class marshals, medals, photos, all part of the premium race-day experience courtesy of the award-winning team behind Nuclear Essex.
Festival vibes
Expect a lively central arena surrounded by music, crowds, sports massage stations, a variety of stalls, free on-site parking and free spectator access, all of which creates a buzzing energy and a festival-style vibe that celebrates fitness and fun.
TOP 10 FAQ's
How to find us
Nuclear Fit is located in Brentwood, Essex just 15 minutes from the A12, M25 and M11.
By Train and taxi, we’re just 15 minutes from Brentwood station (on the mainline from Liverpool St) or 15 minutes from Epping Underground station.