The First Responder Strength Challenge is one of the most exciting team competitions at the 2026 Lee Haney Games Bodybuilding & Fitness Expo, bringing together police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and emergency response teams from across Georgia and the Southeast.
This Atlanta fitness competition takes place on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Georgia International Convention Center in College Park, GA, just minutes from downtown Atlanta and Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
Departments will assemble teams and compete head-to-head in a series of strength and endurance-based challenges designed to test power, teamwork, grit, and resilience—the same qualities required on the job every day.
EVENT LINEUP
Truck Push
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Test total team power and drive as teams push a weighted vehicle for distance or time.
Tire Flip Relay
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A fast-paced relay combining strength, speed, and coordination.
Chin-Up Relay
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Upper body endurance challenge—each rep counts toward your team score.
Bench Press for Repetitions
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Max reps under control to accumulate team points.
WHO CAN COMPETE?
The First Responder Strength Challenge is open to:
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Police Departments
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Fire Departments
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EMT & Paramedic Units
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Sheriff’s Offices
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Emergency Response Teams
Team Format:
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Teams of 3–5 competitors
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Co-ed teams encouraged
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Departments may enter multiple teams
Competition Format
This is a team-based strength competition where departments earn points across multiple events.
Final standings are determined by cumulative team performance.
Each event is designed to reflect real-world strength, endurance, and teamwork under pressure.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Location: Georgia International Convention Center
Address: 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park, GA 30337
• 15 minutes from Downtown Atlanta
• 5 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Scoring & Awards
• Teams earn points based on placement in each event
• Overall standings determined by total team points
Awards Include:
🏆 1st Place Team – Championship Title + Trophy
🥈 2nd Place Team – Awards
🥉 3rd Place Team – Awards
Additional recognition may include:
• Top Individual Performer
• Best Team Spirit / Representation
WHY COMPETE?
Why Your Department Should Compete
This isn’t just a competition—it’s an opportunity to:
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Build camaraderie within your department
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Represent your badge, station, and community
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Engage with the public in a positive, high-energy environment
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Promote fitness, strength, and wellness within your team
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Compete for bragging rights across departments