Sweat Hot Oklahoma Summer Trials 2026

06/13/2026

Your last SHOST is getting closer!

If you’re looking for the shortest trip to the start/finish give Landon at the Gibson Motel a shout.

If you feel like camping, Double Creek Cove at Oologah Lake is also a short drive.

I know there are a couple Airbnb/VRBO that people have gotten in the area. If you need more amenities Owasso/Bartlesville will probably scratch your itch.

There is a new ice machine being installed by Nowata RV Park on 169, you can also get ice from multiple gas stations in town (closest to course is Busters).

Food options in Nowata consist of El Tapatio, The Depot, Sonic, Pizza Hut, Simple Simon’s, Subway or Smokey Joes.

There are several projects going on around the school. We will not be able to park as many near the start finish line as of now. You can still put your tent on the practice field as usual.

Can’t wait to see everyone!

06/10/2026

Here’s your chance!!! 🔥🔥🇺🇸🇺🇸

Don’t forget! This Monday is theSweat Hot Oklahoma Summer Trials 2026 giveaway!!!! Your pick of the 5k, 6 hour or 12 hour! This is the last year, and you don’t wanna miss this one! All you have to do is show up at run club, write your name down, and we will do the drawing before the huddle! We hope you put yourself on that start line with us!

06/03/2026

2026 shirt!

05/29/2026

Hello hotness, my old friend

The latest NAM model is trying to crank up the summer vibes Saturday afternoon across Oklahoma.

Heat index values over 100° are showing up across a big chunk of the state, including 106° around Tulsa and 107° near Bartlesville. It’s only May and the atmosphere already thinks it’s late July.

Summer is trying to kick the door down early. Hopefully the NAM is overcooking this, but we’ll keep an eye on the trends. A solid reminder that NuPool & Outdoor Living weather isn’t far off.

05/05/2026

Anyone got their eyes on Cocodona 250?
We’ve got a fellow SHOSTer out there! Be sure and send her some extra vibes ✨

Bib #82 🔥
V Bek Mullenix

04/27/2026

Nearly 100 people have already signed up for KROP 2026! That's 50% of the 2025 field!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2026, Kaizen Running Club presents...the KAIZEN RITE OF PASSAGE!

This trail running event will take place at the scenic WELLING RIDGE TRAILS in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

The race:

4 mile run, 8 mile run, 16 mile run, 32 mile run and this year a BRAND NEW 40 MILE RUN option! Also returning is our ever popular 4 person TEAM RUCK RELAY event where you and three of your pals will share a 20lbs weighted ruck or vest and go for the most miles in a 10 hour time limit.

KROP is a 4 mile loop on root twisted and rock covered, single track trails. These trails are beautifully maintained by the Tahlequah Trails Association. All donations made to KROP during registration goes to the TTA for all of the hard work they do to support our community!

At 6AM we start serving donuts for breakfast from the local donut shop as well as all the standard ultramarathon sweet and salty snacks veteran trail runners expect to see.

At 11AM we start grilling burgers and hotdogs and we do this for the ENTIRE remainder of the event! NO FOOD TICKETS! NO DRINK TICKETS! If you're hungry, we feed you. We don't care if you're a runner, a hiker or a spectator, we will feed you. You mom and kids coming to hang out and watch you finish? Awesome. They can eat too. No one goes hungry.

Course details:
-4 mile loop
-aid every 4 miles
-400ft of elevation gain per loop
-course marked WELL. This ain't Barkley. We want you to focus on running your heart out, not getting lost.

The main aid station is a VIBE! This year we promise MORE COWBELL! More Kaizen hospitality! Bring your canopy and some chairs and hang out before/after your race! Help us cheer on the plus ultra runners! The RUCK TEAMS will be camping all day! This is a great place to mingle and learn from experienced trail runners!

WALKERS WELCOME! Choose your distance and walk the whole time. Ultra Distances and the 25k have 12 hours to finish. 4 milers and 8 milers have 9.5 hours to finish! You can walk the entire time.

If you need more details or want pictures of KROP itself...click the link below!

ALL Kaizen Run Club members get a 20% discount for KROP! Message us for a special code. 👊

https://runsignup.com/Race/OK/Tahlequah/KROP

04/27/2026

With the SHOST finale just under 3 months away, it’s almost go time. Everyone’s chasing PRs… but will any of these records fall? 👀

12 Hour
Nicole Laughton – 75.9 (!!) (2024)
Justin Franklin – 69.3 (2024)

6 Hour
Joel Dutton – 42.9 (2025)
33.3 (multiple)
– Kim Burden (2023 & 2025)
– Sarah Jones (2023)
– Brenna Wells (2024)

5K
Joel Dutton – 16:58 (2024)
April Shroff – 21:31 (2024)

What are you chasing this year? (besides one more good time with the crew)

Register Now!

04/22/2026

One of our favorite graphics. HAPPY ERFDAY yall 🌍
Take advantage of this cool breeze today and get outside!

Happy Earth Day! What are you doing outside to celebrate today?

04/07/2026

If you’re around Tulsa on Monday nights, our pals at Kaizen Running Club in Tahlequah have expanded to a Kaizen Run Club Riverside Tulsa meetup!
Every Monday at the Discovery Lab gravel parking lot, 6:15. In the Gathering Place. Get some of those miles in with friends while training for your favorite summer races 🔥🔥

03/31/2026

B&B Southern Snoballs is open and still as good as ever! Karen and crew will be there on race day slangin’ that icy goodness like always!