Race The Machine – Participation Disclaimer
Last updated: 8 November 2025
Please read carefully before entering or taking part.
By participating in Race The Machine (“RTM”), you agree to the following terms and participate at your own risk.
🏃 Participation and Safety
I, Michael Loudon, as the creator and organiser of Race The Machine, provide virtual, self-timed running challenges to motivate and engage runners of all abilities.
I do not supervise your activity, assess your health or fitness in person, or monitor the environment in which you choose to run.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are medically fit and properly prepared for the physical demands of each run. If in doubt, consult a healthcare professional before participating.
You also agree to:
- Choose a safe running environment
- Use appropriate clothing and footwear
- Obey all local laws and traffic rules
- Avoid running in hazardous conditions
I accept no liability for any injury, illness, accident, damage, or loss that may occur while participating in any Race The Machine challenge.
For participants outside the United Kingdom, please note that RTM is a digital-only experience. You take part under the laws and conditions of your own country, and you are responsible for ensuring compliance with local health, exercise, and data-use regulations.
📊 Fitness Assessments and Target Times
Initial target times are based on the fitness level you self-report at entry. These targets are intended as motivational reference points, generated through formula logic.
While The Machine may appear to offer personalised guidance, it operates entirely through calculations and does not constitute medical or coaching advice.
🔁 Target Time Reassessments
If your initial target time proves clearly inappropriate – because of over- or under-estimation, injury, or another genuine reason – you may request a reassessment.
Reassessments:
- Are not guaranteed
- Will not be granted for tactical advantage
- Are subject to my discretion as organiser
📤 Result Submissions
By submitting a result, you confirm that it represents your genuine performance, whether on road, trail, treadmill, or track.
Evidence (GPS data, screenshots, photos) will be requested. Any result suspected of manipulation or bad faith may be rejected at my discretion.
⚖️ Liability
By entering and participating in Race The Machine, you acknowledge and accept that:
- Your participation is entirely voluntary and at your own risk.
- I am not liable for any injuries, health issues, or accidents arising from your participation.
- No insurance coverage is provided by Race The Machine.
- If you require insurance for running or sporting activities, you must arrange your own personal cover.
- RTM is a digital subscription service. No physical attendance, supervision, or event insurance is implied or provided.
🤖 The Machine’s Voice
“The Machine” is a creative persona used for motivational and thematic purposes only. Any communication from The Machine should not be interpreted as medical, professional, or performance advice.
📝 Acceptance
You confirm that you understand and accept this disclaimer:
- When submitting race evidence (via checkbox), or
- At the point of entry (for new participants).
If you do not agree to these terms, you must not participate.