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18.01.2022 - 14:35 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Brave souls from Crieff, Comrie and Muthill were among those finding out if they were made of stern stuff when they took on the MacTuff event at Knockhill on Sunday.
Billed as Scotland’s toughest obstacle course, competitors faced getting cold and wet as they tackled brutal challenges along a muddy course in a seven-kilometre race designed to test strength and determination.
And more than 20 Crieff Bootcamp regulars proved they could go the distance.
Carys Hughes said: “The reason for doing it was Wayne [McCartney] the personal trainer had shared it on his fitness page and was looking for people who attend his sessions to join as a team.
“It was an amazing day, everyone supported each other and there was lots of camaraderie.
“I’ve always loved taking part in challenges and especially as a team, where you experience such a strong team effort.
“It was amazing fun and I am looking forward to the next one.
“There were obstacles such as climbing frames, tyre flipping, barrel rolls, truck climbing, army crawls through mud, quarry jumps into the water and walking through bogs.”
Wayne McCartney, who runs local bootcamps, said: “We do many team challenges. Everyone did incredibly well – I’m very proud of everyone.
“We did it because we like to prove you can achieve anything you put your mind to and as a team there are no limits.
“Our oldest member was 69 year-old Mo [Thomson]. She did it all – every obstacle and she is an inspiration to us all.
“It was extremely cold and physical but we were well-prepared as we train in all kinds of weather.”
Mo Thomson, who is from Muthill, said she had good fun.
She said: “It took you out of your comfort zone.
“There were 23 of us from Strathearn and we split up into smaller groups depending on the
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