Tim Nygard Memorial Ballard Beast

6.5 total miles, Rx Athletes take on the 3.25 mile loop a total of 2 times:
1 run loop
*
1 weighted vest or backpack (14 / 20 pounds) loop


Transitioning between modalities, athletes go from the transition area to the beach, and complete 10 full submersion burpees in thigh-high Puget Sound water.

*no bike loops 2023. Half-staff Rx event in honor of Tim Nygard.

A new event for year two, the 5.2K is aimed at our vision of the Ballard Beast being a beloved annual event that is broadly accessible and unites as many as possible around the power of community and fitness on overall health.

Starting an hour after the Rx athletes, the 5.2K athletes take on the same beautiful course at the pace that is right for them.

We encourage all 5.2K athletes to take on this challenge in honor of a loved one who is living or has passed. Please be creative in how you want to honor that person / people - maybe it's a T-shirt with their picture or name. However you do it, show us who you're running for loud and proud, so all participants, volunteers, and spectators can cheer you on and pay our respect to your honoree.

Additionally, we encourage you to bring a quote, prayer, or other words inspired by your honoree to share. at the top of our course, Sunset Hill Park, words will be collected, and then at the finish, Golden Gardens Park, read aloud (if desired), and added to our bonfire.