POTSDAM – Raise the Bar Fitness & Performance Training invites the community to participate in the annual “Murph” workout challenge to honor the legacy of Navy SEAL Lt. Michael Murphy, who was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2005.

This year, the event will be held on two dates to accommodate participants: Saturday, May 24, at 7 a.m. and Monday, May 26, 2025 at 6 -9 a.m.

The “Murph” is a demanding workout that includes a 1 mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 squats and then another 1 mile run. 

This challenge, originally a favorite of Lt. Murphy’s, has become a Memorial Day tradition across the country to honor fallen service members.

Membership is not required to participate, and all fitness levels are welcome. To join the challenge, sign up at bio.site/raisethebar.

Raise the Bar is located at 8 Market Street, Potsdam. For more information, please contact owner, Katie Klassen at info@nnyraisethebar.com.