Sweat Drop Rating

- SWEAT DROP SCALE -

The GTD Sweat Drop Scale is our way of assessing the physical fitness demands an activity may require from an average participant in good health. It is a subjective estimate of how difficult an event may be and the amount of physical activity that may be required in order to participate. It is always best to consult a physician prior to participating. GTD rates all events on a scale of 1-5 Sweat Drops.

ACTIVE

1 SWEAT DROP

Expect minor physical challenges in order to participate.

Training not required, but recommended.

EXAMPLE: WALKING A 5K

ROBUST

2 SWEAT DROPS

Expect minor physical challenges & spurts of increased exertion in order to participate.

Prior fitness conditioning is highly recommended.

EXAMPLE: RUNNING A 5K

TOUGH

3 SWEAT DROPS

Expect moderate physical challenges & sustained episodes of increased exertion,
along with moments of emotional and mental challenges.

Some form of physical training or conditioning is required.

EXAMPLE: RUNNING A 10K

INTENSE

4 SWEAT DROPS

Expect hard physical, emotional, and mental challenges,
increased levels of prolonged exertion, and fatigue.

A regular training program is required prior to participation.

EXAMPLE: TRIATHLON

BRUTAL

5 SWEAT DROPS

Expect major physical, emotional, and mental challenges,
sustained levels of prolonged exertion, and constant fatigue.

A prolonged regular training program is required prior to participation.

EXAMPLE: RUNNING A MARATHON

.