DEKA FIT East Midlands
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DEKA FIT East Midlands, Derby Arena
DEKA FIT East Midlands is scheduled for Sep 12 - 13, 2026 at Derby Arena in Derby. The venue is described as a modern, purpose-built arena with space for large-scale competition and links to public transport.
The core format is a 10-zone fitness circuit called the DEKA FIT Challenge. Every competitor completes the same sequence of zones. Each zone is preceded by a 500 m run, making a total of 5 km of running across the course. The zone sequence is: Zone 1 30 RAM alternating reverse lunges; Zone 2 500 m row; Zone 3 20 box jump or step overs; Zone 4 25 medicine ball sit-up throws; Zone 5 500 m ski erg; Zone 6 200 m farmer's carry; Zone 7 25 calorie air bike; Zone 8 20 dead ball wall overs; Zone 9 100 m sled push or pull; Zone 10 20 RAM burpees.
A ruck division is offered where competitors complete the standard course while carrying a weighted rucksack. The specified weights are 30 lb for men (13.6 KG) and 20 lb for women (9.07 KG).
Race information lists the DEKA FIT distance as 5 km, with 10 zones and an average duration of about 0 hours 50 minutes 30 seconds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.