Monday, May 25, 2026
The MURPH — In Honor of Lt Michael P. Murphy
The Murph Challenge, which started as a memorial to Michael, has grown into worldwide participation with thousands involved from every part of the globe.
Murphy was a United States Navy SEAL officer who was awarded the U.S. military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions during the War in Afghanistan.
Murphy was killed on 28 June 2005 during Operation Red Wings. He had left cover and moved to a clearing away from the mountains, exposing himself to enemy fire in order to obtain a signal for his satellite phone to contact headquarters, relay the situation and request help. He dropped the satellite phone after being shot but managed to pick the phone back up and finish the call. Murphy signed off saying "Thank you", then continued fighting from his exposed position until he died from his wounds.
WORKOUT:
1 mile run
100 pull-ups
200 push-ups
300 air squats
1 mile run
*Wear 20/14 lb vest*
No registration required. Earn Na Koa points for your unit.