Fun Mile Tests

Written By Kayla Condon

How Creative Can You Get Running A Mile

If you’re tired of the usual jogs and looking for a fun way to test your endurance while having a blast, mile challenges are the way to go! These fun and unique mile tests combine fitness with quirky activities, from eating donuts to squatting your way through the whole distance. Whether you’re racing through a mile with a twist or pushing your limits in creative ways, these 30 mile challenges will make your fitness routine anything but boring.

Here’s How To Do It

1.Donut Mile

  • How It Works: Run a mile, but with a twist! Stop every quarter-mile to eat a donut. The catch? You can’t continue until the donut is completely finished!

2. Big Mac Mile

  • How It Works: Run a mile and stop at every lap to eat a Big Mac (or any fast food item of your choice). It’s about the challenge of eating and running, so pace yourself!

3. Beer Mile

  • How It Works: Run a mile with a twist—at every quarter-mile, drink a beer (or a non-alcoholic beverage, if you prefer). The goal is to complete the mile while consuming a drink at each checkpoint.

4. Squat Mile

  • How It Works: Instead of running, squat your way through a mile. Do 10 squats every 10 steps or squat for a set time before moving on.

5. Pizza Mile

  • How It Works: Run the mile and eat a slice of pizza at each lap (or every quarter mile). Make sure to choose the pizza that suits your mood: cheese, veggie, or pepperoni.

6. Jump Rope Mile

  • How It Works: Skip rope for a mile, alternating between running and jumping rope at different intervals. Every 100 meters, switch between running and skipping.

7. Dance Mile

  • How It Works: Instead of running, dance your way through the mile. Whether it's hip-hop, salsa, or just freestyle, keep moving to the beat of your favorite music.

8. Plank Mile

  • How It Works: Hold a plank at each quarter mile for a set amount of time (like 30 seconds). Between planks, jog or walk to your next checkpoint.

9. Hula Hoop Mile

  • How It Works: For every lap of the mile, hula hoop for a minute. Alternate between walking and hula hooping to complete the mile.

10. Karaoke Mile

  • How It Works: As you run, sing your favorite songs (loudly and proud). You can choose one song per lap or change it up every quarter-mile.

11. Push-Up Mile

  • How It Works: For every lap or every quarter-mile, stop and do a set number of push-ups (e.g., 10). Complete the mile with intervals of running and bodyweight exercises.

12. Yoga Mile

  • How It Works: After each lap or quarter-mile, stop and do a yoga pose for a set period (e.g., 30 seconds to 1 minute). Poses like downward dog, warrior pose, or tree pose will work.

13. Ball Toss Mile

  • How It Works: Run a lap and then stop to toss a ball (or a beanbag, soft toy, etc.) into a target (like a basket or bucket) every quarter-mile.

14. Fruit Mile

  • How It Works: Eat a piece of fruit at each quarter-mile. Pack easy-to-eat fruit like apples, bananas, or grapes for a fresh treat along your run.

15. Cartwheel Mile

  • How It Works: Incorporate cartwheels at every 100 meters or at each lap. Not everyone can cartwheel, but it adds a fun challenge to your workout.

16. Water Balloon Mile

  • How It Works: Carry a water balloon while you run and make sure it doesn’t pop. Stop at intervals to toss water balloons at a target (or a friend).

17. Roller Skating Mile

  • How It Works: Roller skate instead of running. Time yourself as you glide through the mile, switching between skating and taking mini breaks to rest.

18. Climbing Mile

  • How It Works: Stop at every lap and do a climbing challenge like climbing a tree, scaling a playground structure, or using a rock climbing wall.

19. Frisbee Mile

  • How It Works: Run a lap and then stop to toss a frisbee a set distance. Keep repeating this cycle until you’ve completed the mile.

20. Bear Crawl Mile

  • How It Works: Instead of walking or running, crawl like a bear (on your hands and feet) for the entire mile.

21. Tug of War Mile

  • How It Works: Pair up with someone and play tug-of-war at intervals during the mile. Each lap you complete, have a quick tug-of-war session.

22. Giant Steps Mile

  • How It Works: Instead of walking or running, take giant, exaggerated steps as you move through the mile.

23. Jumping Jack Mile

  • How It Works: For every lap, stop and do 50 jumping jacks. Alternate between running and jumping for a full-body challenge.

24. Speed Walking Mile

  • How It Works: Speed walk your way through the mile as fast as you can. Every time you want to slow down, challenge yourself to increase your pace.

25. Relay Mile

  • How It Works: Create a relay race with friends, where each person completes a segment of the mile (e.g., one person runs, another does squats, etc.).

26. Backward Mile

  • How It Works: Try running a mile backward. It’s much harder than you think and will engage your muscles in ways you don’t expect.

27. Burrito Mile:

  • How It Works: Wolf down a burrito and try to run the mile without throwing up

28. The Mexican Mile

  • How It Works:

    • Lap 1: one taco

    • Lap 2: one burrito

    • Lap 3: one quesadilla

    • Lap 4: a shot of the hottest hot sauce you can find

29. Tequila Mile

  • How It Works: Take a shot of tequila before every lap and try to complete the entire mile

30. Speed Mile

  • How It Works: Run the mile at full speed as fast as you can

Kayla Condon
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