Obstacle racing vs Strength training
Obstacle racing and strength training have 85% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Obstacle racing | Strength training |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 4 hours a week | 3 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | A skill you got better at | A skill you got better at |
| Feels | Lively | Lively |
| To start | $100 | Free |
Choose obstacle racing if
- Costs more to start
- More time outside
- More of a thrill
About $100 to start, then about $40 a month.
Choose strength training if
- Cheaper to start
- More of an indoor thing
- Less adrenaline
Free to start, then about $40 a month.
What you'll need
- Obstacle racing: About $100 to start, then about $40 a month. Full cost breakdown
- Strength training: Barbell, Gym membership Full cost breakdown