Join the CrewLAB Winter Wipeout challenge.
Monday 16 December 2024 – Monday 3 February 2025
The CrewLAB Winter Wipeout Challenge is a 7-week, team-based training competition built to keep athletes motivated and connected through the mid-season holiday. Whether your crew is into rowing, running, swimming, or general fitness, this challenge makes winter training fun, effective, and team-driven.
In other words, it’s a high-energy way to keep momentum going—even when in-person sessions are limited. CrewLAB teams from schools, clubs, and colleges around the world have used Winter Wipeout to build accountability, improve consistency, and boost athlete engagement.
Led by team captains and athletes (and with minimal coach involvement) our CrewLAB Winter Wipeout Challenge, is here to promote accountability in training through friendly rivalry.
It’s a comprehensive 7-week challenge that not only keeps you engaged – but also sets you up for triumph for the upcoming season!
Why you should join us
Say goodbye to tedious spreadsheets
All team data will be conveniently stored in CrewLAB, and the leaderboard will be automatically updated.
Enhanced accountability
Athletes can track each other’s progress, provide encouragement, and stay motivated, fostering team spirit even when physically apart.
Minimal coach intervention required
Athletes can independently manage the challenge, alleviating concerns about team fitness during the off-season.
Witness increased training dedication
Previous Winter Wipeout participants have shown sustained motivation and consistency in their training routines.
How does the challenge work?
The challenge kicks off on December 16 and concludes on February 3.
All users of the CrewLAB app will be enrolled and grouped into squads (smaller teams within the main team) automatically two weeks before the start date, on December 3, 2024.
For latecomers, squad creation can be done manually through the coach/captain portal. Watch the tutorial here.
Starting December 16, the Analytics tab in the CrewLAB app will switch to display the challenge’s progress and leaderboard points, showcasing all squads in a competitive chart.
At the challenge’s culmination, achievements of the winning team, top-performing athletes, and most active contributors will be acknowledged on our socials or with spot prizes.
How you earn points
Participants earn points based on the time spent on various workout types, with each exercise contributing differently to the overall score.
Non-core sports (excluding rowing or running) earn points at 50% of the usual rate.
Sport |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|
Core sport (Rowing or Running) |
1 minute |
10 points |
Lifting and Mobility |
20 minutes or more |
200 points (max. per day) |
Swimming |
1 minute |
10 points |
Skiing |
1 minute |
7.5 points |
Cycling |
1 minute |
3.33 points |
Other |
1 minute |
2.5 points |
✅ Why Coaches Love It
“It kept our team connected all winter. CrewLAB made it easy for me to track accountability without micromanaging.”
— Coach, High School Running Program
“It’s a challenge that works for rowers, runners, and swimmers alike. Everyone felt like they were part of something.”
— Assistant Coach, College Endurance Team
Ready to join?
The CrewLAB Winter Wipeout Challenge is built for endurance athletes of all kinds. Whether you’re coaching a high school team, a college crew, or a multisport club, this challenge will keep your athletes moving and motivated.
Spots fill up fast—so join today and make winter your team’s strongest season yet.
Already a CrewLAB user? Access the challenge on the Analytics tab as it goes live on December 16! See you on the leaderboard! 😉