Kettlebell Kountdown
Pelham, United States • 10 Oct 2026
Kettlebell Kountdown - Pelham, Alabama
The Kettlebell Kountdown is an elimination-format 50K held at Oak Mountain State Park. The race consists of repeated one-mile loops; competitors must carry a 20-pound kettlebell for the entire loop with at least one hand in contact at all times. Each loop has a set time limit that decreases as the competition progresses; failure to complete a lap within its time limit results in elimination and the runner may not re-enter the course. Only competitors who complete lap 31 receive an official finisher’s medal and are eligible for division awards.
Awards are given in two divisions, male and female; the top three finishers in each division receive custom kettlebell trophies: first place receives a 20 lb kettlebell, second place a 15 lb kettlebell, and third place a 10 lb kettlebell. The organizers provide a kettlebell for each runner and personal kettlebells are not permitted. All participants must be 18 or older.
Crew may assist runners only in the start/finish area between laps; no pacers or on-course assistance are allowed. Water and light snacks will be available on site and runners may set up personal aid in the start/finish area. There is no early packet pickup; race-day packet pickup occurs at the Lakeside Pavilion near the south trailhead. Entries are nonrefundable but may be transferred to another runner. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.