2025 Memorial Day Murph

Honor, Sweat, and Sacrifice: Join Us for The Murph Challenge This Memorial Day at Muscle Factory USA

This Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2025, we invite you to push your limits, honor our heroes, and join a powerful community of athletes across the nation by participating in The Murph Challenge at Muscle Factory USA.

Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a first-time participant, this is your chance to unite in tribute, test your endurance, and be part of something bigger than yourself.

What Is The Murph Challenge?

The Murph Challenge is more than just a workout—it's a memorial workout (or “Hero WOD”) performed in honor of Navy Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy, a Navy SEAL who was killed in action in Afghanistan on June 28, 2005.

Lt. Murphy was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during Operation Red Wings. One of his favorite workouts, which he called “Body Armor,” has since become a national fitness tradition that honors his legacy and the sacrifices of all who have served.

💪 The Workout

The Murph Challenge is a test of endurance, strength, and mental grit:

• 1-mile run

• 100 pull-ups

• 200 push-ups

• 300 air squats

• 1-mile run (again)

  (All while wearing a 20 lb weighted vest or body armor—optional but encouraged)

  
  

Don’t let the numbers intimidate you. We’ll have scaling options and modifications available so everyone can participate safely and meaningfully, regardless of fitness level.

🗓 Event Details

📍 Location: Muscle Factory USA 1358 I-49BL, Neosho, MO 64850 (across from Skateland)

📆 Date: Memorial Day – Monday, May 26, 2025

🕘 Start Time: 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM (Arrive early to warm up and check in)

🎽 What to Bring: Workout gear, water, weight vest (optional), and a determined mindset

All are welcome—members, non-members, friends, and family.

🔗 Why It Matters

By participating in The Murph Challenge, you’re not only paying tribute to Lt. Michael Murphy—you’re also supporting the LT. Michael P. Murphy Memorial Scholarship Foundation, which helps fund scholarships for exceptional young Americans.

You can register officially at www.themurphchallenge.com or simply join us at Muscle Factory USA to show your support.

🙌 Ready to Rise to the Challenge?

Mark your calendars, gather your crew, and prepare for a day of honor, sweat, and purpose. This Memorial Day, let’s come together to remember the f

allen, push ourselves, and inspire each other.

👉 RSVP on our Facebook Event or DM us on Instagram [@musclefactory_usa] to let us know you’re in.

See you soon. Let’s do this—for Murph.