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We have designed a 13-week running program for the weight of war

Date: 17 July 2026 Author: Josh Atkins, Managing Director & Founder Righto, listen up. Dragging a 10kg weight vest for 21km in the middle of the Australian summer is a massive physical undertaking. To do it safely and ensure everyone crosses the finish line, hydration isn't just a suggestion, it’s a critical part of the operation. Trust me, I have shit the bed more than once. So we needed a partner who produces elite gear, but more importantly, one who fundamentally believes

Date: 23 June 2026 Author: Josh Atkins, Managing Director & Founder Righto, listen up. The wait is over, the dates are locked, and the routes are all but set. I am officially calling all veterans, first responders, and everyday Australians to the start line. The Weight of War Run 2026 is officially GO for Saturday, 5 December 2026. What started as one bloke taking the piss in a weight vest and a pair of budgy smugglers to shine a light on a heavy issue has exploded into a nat

The first official SITREP is live. From a near-death experience by sports nutrition to the bureaucratic trenches of registering Weight of War Ltd, this is where we have been, where we are standing, and where we are marching next. Get the full breakdown on last year's numbers, our Phase 2 operational programmes, and how you can officially put skin in the game as a company member.