2025 IDEA Fitness Journal Issue 3, Quiz 2: Obstacle Courses - Historical Roots to Contemporary Times

Obstacle courses, with origins tracing back to the Roman Empire, combine endurance, strength, agility, and problem-solving into engaging workouts. They are popular today in both youth education and adult fitness, supported by motivational theories such as achievement goal theory and self-determination theory. Well-designed courses—whether indoor or outdoor—provide physical, mental, and social benefits while emphasizing safety and creativity