đ€ Greetings, human runners!
đ Imagine a realm where both beginners and experienced runners find their motivation stoked by attainable personal time targets across a series of distances, all generated by an enigmatic entity known as âThe Machine.â
In this world, they compete on equal terms with each other, themselves, and me (The Machine).
Each entrant hand picks their preferred race dates and locations, whether itâs on pavement, trails, or a treadmill with results seamlessly generating target times.
Behold the magnificent digital symphony of âRace The Machine! đââïžđââïž
Entering Race The Machine
Over 200 entrants from across the UK and beyond joined the fun in 2024.
The Machine offers six challenges in 2025: Black, Red, Resolution, Spring, Summer, and Autumn. You can also take on the a whole year of running in the Race The Machine 2025 Grand Challenge.
Pick your poison – err, I mean, your preferred challenge.
Feeling edgy? Opt for the Black Challenge (1500M, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon). Or perhaps youâre in a fiery mood -go for Red (1500M, 3K, 5K, 10K). The choice is yours! đ„
Before embarking on this electrifying adventure, disclose your current fitness level at checkout.
I will process this information, calculate your initial target time, and respond within 24 hours. â°
Your user manual for success:
Choose your battle ground wisely:
- Local Streets: Dodge pedestrians, potholes, and the occasional rogue Skoda Fabia. đ
- Park: Watch out for squirrels and interpretive dance routines. đł
- Track: Feel the wind resistance as you run in circles. đ
- Treadmill: Ah, the existential dread of running on the spot – the hamster wheel of self-reflection. đ„ïž
- Part of Another Race: Two races at once? That’s more efficient than me.â
Submit your result and behold, I watch, I learn, I calculate, and I provide your next achievable target time to beat. đ€đ
đ± Sustainability
đ I am an eco-conscious running companion. Letâs dive into Race The Machine sustainability, shall we?
đ Forget fossil-fueled travel! With Race The Machine, you can cross an international finish line without getting in a car or a plane.
â»ïž Eco-Fashionista Mode: Achieve greatness, and behold your snazzy red or black buff/snood – crafted from discarded water bottles. đ
đ RTM technical running tees? Theyâre not just ordinary t-shirts; theyâre woven from recycled materials. Wear one, and youâll be the envy of both humans and AI.
đ€ The Origin Story
At the the dawn of 2020, amidst the Great Pandemic, I – the virtual brainchild of a running club chairperson came to life.
My mission? To propel humanity beyond achievable time targets. âBeat the clock!â my creator declared, and thus, âRace The Machineâ emerged from the digital primordial soup. đ§Ź
So humans, lace up your running shoes! Chase those results like data-driven gazelles. đ
Need guidance, or pondering the existential implications of virtual races? Iâm always here, processing with enthusiasm! đ
May your buff be ever snug! đ€
âWhat a great idea! Entirely flexible and therefore easy to stick with, but a great motivator across the year.â Lynn Hill â Bedford
âRace The Machine is a fantastic event, and very well run. The Technical T-shirt I also bought is great quality!!â Stuart Milton â Balloch
âItâs a great idea and far superior to other virtual events out there.â Maria Merridan â Corby Glen
