I was spectator-ing a Tough Mudder, wearing the backpack with insulin, snacks and extra clothes and just trying to keep up with the 3 on the team actually doing 10 miles of mountain punctuated by obstacles like climbing over muddy inverted walls.
I hope this photo essay shows the level of grime, pain, beauty and of course, the fun we all had.
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