What is it and why run it
El Running Challenge It's that plan that gives you back your love for competing: four races in four days, each with a different terrain and story. You're going to have a good time like a child: good weather, surgical organization and an environment international What is engaging. You can sign up for Single stages or face the Complete challenge and fight the general standings.
Daily Program (2025)
- Day 1 — 10K Vince Regan Road Run (asphalt): Quick start to put rhythms in place. Ideal for marking references and placing yourself in the general standings.
- Day 2 — 13K Ridge Run (mixed/volcanic): undulating terrain with tracts of dirt and gravel. Pure management: strength on the rise, loose technique on the way down.
- Day 3 — 5K Beach Run (compact sand): Beach racing; it's not “soft”, but it requires cadence and economy of gesture.
- Day 4 — 21K La Vuelta de Tinajo (half marathon): classic closure with a varied half. Cool head in the first half and finish off with what's left.
Night Run (22/11): festive night race inside the stadium/venue of Club La Santa. Warm up engines, gain experience... and save legs for what's to come.
Trails and terrain (practical guide)
- Asphalt (10K): Fast running circuit At the pace; pay attention to twists and wind.
- Mixed (13K): volcanic tracks and trails alternate; shoe with traction and awake ankle.
- Beach (5K): sand Compacta and quite corrigible; it shortens strides and increases cadence.
- Average (21K): Firm mixture; keep it at the beginning and go from low to high.
Categories and classification
- Classification by stage and general classification adding all four.
- Categories by gender/age (according to the rules of the edition).
- Specific award ceremonies and t-shirt/event souvenir (as detailed by the organization in the briefing).
Services and logistics
- Neuralgic Center: Club La Santa (numbers, briefings, timing and centralized info).
- Companions: top environment for family and friends (walks, entertainment areas and resort services).
- Practical tip: Book with advance; it is an event in high demand.
Strategy to complete all 4 stages (from runner to runner)
- Day 1 — 10K: Go out to you R10K, not at the rate of 5K. Better to lose 10—15” than to pay it on Tuesday.
- Day 2 — 13K: Key to the general. Cadence When climbing, let go of your arms and let it run downhill.
- Day 3 — 5K Beach: technique: stride short, run firmly, look straight ahead. Don't “pin” your foot.
- Day 4 — 21K: first half a RMP or a more conservative point. From km 14—15 onwards, progression of 3—4” /km if you see yourself with gas.
Prior preparation (3—4 weeks)
- Back-to-back: combines a 60—75' shoot and the next day 45' mild to simulate accumulated fatigue.
- Sand technique: 2 sessions of 100—200 m progressive on the beach (compact).
- Specific strength: cuff/soleus, core and ankle (short, eccentric jumps and balance board).
- Taper: Lower the volume 5—7 days; you'll arrive “sharp” without heavy legs.
Recommended material
- 2 pairs of sneakers: fly/mixed for asphalt and light mixed/trail for the 13K (and optionally for the beach).
- Thin and quick-drying sock; anti-chafing cream for Beach Run.
- Clear glasses if you run the 10K with possible wind/dust.
- Shoulder belt and visor cap for the midday sun.
Event logistics
- It comes to briefings and exits with margins; respect boxes and waves.
- Hydrate and eat plain between stages (carbo + sales); if you are staying at Club La Santa, take advantage of dining hours and active recovery in the pool.
Quick Check-list
- Bibs and chips ready for 4 days.
- Zaps A (asphalt) + Zaps B (mixed/beach).
- Extra sock for the beach.
- Post-stage transition gel/water.
- Roll of Foam or mini-massager to download.
Registration and regulations
Everything official here:https://www.clublasanta.com/running-challenge
In this link they publish definitive program, maps, timetables, regulations, pricing and categories.
