We know how easy it is to slide backwards in your fitness during this time. We created this virtual challenge to give you a worthy goal to work toward in your fitness and have a lot of fun in the process. Run or walk an accumulative 500 miles (804.6 km) and earn the limited edition Vincent van Gogh Medal. Some ways to get 500 miles done:
- Keep adding miles after you get past your 100 or 300 mile challenge!
- Log 5 100 mile months.
- Run ten miles a week for 50 weeks.
- Do a run streak of at least 2 miles per day for 250 days.
- What matters is you challenge yourself and go the distance.
- Signing up with a running partner makes it even more fun!
You can track your progress using our online Run Tracker and unlock cool digital badges and levels. The medal will ship out 1-2 weeks after you order. It could take longer to reach you depending on where you live.
Registration
🥉 Bronze Level Registration $35 (USD) + Shipping
- Awesome Van Gogh Finisher’s Medal
- Access to the new Online Run Tracker Levels
- Access to the “Social Distance” Run Facebook Group
- Exclusive Deal from our Event Partner UCAN
🥈 Silver Level Registration $49 (USD) + Shipping
CLICK HERE TO ADD TO CART
If you haven’t snagged one of these awesome MTA hats yet here is your chance!
- Our new super cool MTA Technical “Trucker Style” Running Hat
- Awesome Van Gogh Finisher’s Medal
- Access to the new online Run Tracker Levels
- Access to the “Social Distance” Run Facebook Group
- Exclusive Offer from our Event Partner UCAN
🥇 Gold Level Registration: $99 (USD) Order 4 Months of Academy Membership and Get Everything + Free Shipping!
Here is everything you get with a Deluxe Registration:
- Awesome Van Gogh Finisher’s Medal
- Technical Running “Trucker” Hat
- Access to the new online Run Tracker levels
- Access to the “Social Distance” Run Facebook Group
- Exclusive Offer from our Event Partner UCAN
+ Plus Free Shipping And . .
4 Months of Academy Membership (normally $25 a month)
- Access to all Training Plans
- In-depth Courses for Long Distance Running Success
- Member’s Only Facebook Group
- Support – Super Amazing Online Community!
- Knowledge – Dive Deep into our 8 Training Courses
- Smart Training Plans – Beginner, Intermediate, and PR
- Nutrition – Interviews with nutrition authors and experts
- Fueling Wisdom- Solve the biggest mystery runners face
- Archived Podcast Episodes – Access to the MTA Vault
- Injury Prevention- A blueprint for pain free running
- Goal Achievement- Train to set a PR or run a new distance
- Video Interviews – Watch us interview special guests
- Mental Training- A focus on developing mental toughness
- Long Run Mastery - The right way to do long runs
- Speed and Distance – Help achieving your running goals
- Race Day Strategy – Take anxiety out of race day
- Confidence – MTA removes the guesswork
- Get Your Questions Answered
- Stay Motivated – Become invested in your success
- AND MUCH MORE!!
*This 4 month membership is a one-time payment and will not re-bill. If you are a current member of the Academy the extra 4 months will be credited to your account.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we order as a group?
- Yes, this will save on shipping. One person will need to place the order for the whole group. Just select the quantity you want at checkout and the medals will be sent to the same address. Then forward the emails you get from us to the other runners so they will have all the appropriate links and instructions. No need to officially “register” each person separately at check out.
Do you ship outside the USA?
- Yes! We ship anywhere in the world. The cost of shipping outside the USA is unfortunately not as cheap (we don’t make any money from the shipping). Many runners are joining with their running partners to share the cost of shipping. It costs about the same amount to send 1 medal as it does 2-4 medals in the same package. Just select the quantity you want at checkout and the medals will be sent to the same address. Then forward the emails you get from us to the other runners so they will have all the appropriate links and instructions. No need to officially “register” each person separately at check out. If you live in the UK or EU your package will be delayed by your government until they collect VAT from you.
How do I complete the 500 miles?
- We are trying to keep it simple. Run or walk a total of 500 miles, take as many days as you need. You can keep track of your miles (you are free to use the online run tracker we created but not required). The medal will be shipped out even if you don’t track your miles. We use the honor system.
Do I have to start at zero?
No. You can count the miles you’ve already run this year. For example, if you have completed the 100 or 300 mile challenge keep adding miles to your existing total. We are challenging people to get to at least 1,000 miles for the year.
How do I report my runs?
- You may use the super fun Online Run Tracker we created or your preferred tracker (Garmin, Strava, MapMyRun, Nike, etc.). *Note: reporting your miles is not mandatory since we use the honor system.
Cancellation/Refunds
- Unfortunately we cannot offer a refund for this event. Since we immediately spend the money on purchasing the medal and shipping, all sales are final.
When will my medal arrive?
- The medal(s) will be shipped in 1-2 weeks after you order. It could take longer to reach you depending on where you live. Please be aware that if you live outside the USA it could take an extra couple months to reach you.
Is there a special Facebook group for this event?
- The 500 Mile Challenge uses the “Social Distancing” Run Facebook group which has over 15,000 members and a very active community. It’s a great place to share photos, results, and see what other runners are up to.