9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge
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9/11 Memorial Tribute Challenge
The event takes place at Memorial Stadium, 440 S Union St, Kokomo, Indiana, on September 12, 2026. The program includes a 5K Run/Walk, multiple CrossFit Hero WOD sessions, and Planet Fitness 110 floor stair climbs on climbing machines. Registration opens May 8, 2026 and closes August 21, 2026. The listed registration fee is $25.00. Last day to register to receive a shirt is August 21, 2026 and shirt orders will be submitted that day.
The 5K Run/Walk will start on the west side of the stadium. A timing machine and race bibs are available on site; participants should check the registration table for bib pickup and event information.
The CrossFit Hero WOD sessions take place on the stadium grounds and repeat through the morning and late morning. Each Hero WOD includes a 2001 meter run or row, then sets of eleven repetitions of box jumps, American kettlebell swings, double dumbbell thrusters, burpees, double dumbbell devil's press, lunges on the right leg, a handstand or bear crawl distance, lunges on the left leg, and double dumbbell push jerks, followed by another 2001 meter run or row.
Planet Fitness provides stair climbers for a 110 floor climb on step machines. Climbers may complete the full climb alone or split the floors with a partner. The climbing area overlooks the stadium and the other scheduled activities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
