He Is Spartan

Jeff Schoenfeld makes his way up the rope obstacle during the Super Spartan competition in Vernon, New Jersey on Saturday, September 8, 2012.

I took a trip up to Vernon, New Jersey today to watch my friend Jeff compete in the Super Spartan. I honestly don't know how anyone is able to complete these races -- running long distance is hard enough without an obstacle course in your way! The race was supposed to be between eight and nine miles but ended up being over 11. The ropes are one of the final obstacles of the course. Competitors have to climb to the top of the rope and ring a bell. From there they slither up a super muddy hill covered in barbed wire. Once that's done, all that's left is a quick jump over a fire pit and flogging before the finish. Congratulations Jeff, I'm sure you'll sleep well tonight! Below is a look at some more of The Super Spartan. Thanks for looking!