Having to sign “You May Die” waivers may make a few people hesitate before registering for a mud run like the Tough Mudder, Spartan Race, or other obstacle race.

Last year saw a couple fatalities and serious injuries over the summer months for obstacle course races. More recently, one mud run participant’s body was found near the course.

Although fatalities and serious injuries are extreme and rare scenarios, we know the hazards of the challenges posed by obstacle races.

But we’re still going to help our fellow mud runners scale steep walls, crawl through muddy tunnels, and race our way to the finish line of our favorite obstacle races.

The best we can do is prepare for the hazards and reduce the chances of injury. This starts your training program and extends to your mudder. (more…)