2014 Warrior Dash Arizona Photos

The Warrior Dash is an obstacle race in which participants are challenged to run, climb, jump over, and swim through a variety of physically demanding obstacles. 

These type of events have grown rapidly in popularity over the past couple of years, with many other events such as Tough Mudder and Spartan Run also drawing large crowds.

The Warrior Dash recently came to Phoenix, AZ on April 12, 2014. This was my first time attending one of these events and I took some photos which I hope will give you an idea of what to expect at an obstacle race.

Participants raced through the starting line at 15-minute intervals

Dashing past some burning coals. The entire course was 3.2 miles.

Climbing a rope wall obstacle

The final obstacle, Goliath

A muddy slide awaits on the other side of Goliath

Participants crawl underneath barbed wire in the mud before crossing the finish line

Crossing the finish line

Washing the mud off was a very messy affair!

A pile of used sneakers which would be donated for recycling