How to Become a Ninja Warrior Competitor

The Ninja Warrior competition, based in Japan and televised by the G4 channel, is sweeping the United States like any cult classic. The Ninja Warrior competition is thirty minutes jam-packed with some of the world’s finest athletes competing against the clock on an obstacle course that pushes them beyond their limits and boasts only a handful of champions. The G4 channel sponsors two Americans for each round of competition, so put down the donut, pick up your free weights, and prepare to become the next Ninja Warrior champion.

Difficulty: Challenging

Instructions

1. Work on your balance and flexibility. The Ninja Warrior competitors that consistently finish more of the course are former gymnasts, trampoline champions and athletes from other acrobatic sports. Surfers, free-runners and martial artists also have the balance and flexibility necessary to complete many of the obstacles.

2. Work on your strength. Upper body strength is especially important on the Ninja Warrior course. Some of the obstacles rely on balance and upper body strength alone, and those obstacles are what eliminate many competitors.

3. Develop great stamina. It’s not enough to be strong, flexible or well-balanced if you can’t perform quickly and consistently throughout the stages of the course. Fatigue plays a big part after Stage 2.

4. Attend a G4 casting call. G4 puts out a casting call for Americans interested in competing in Japan on the Ninja Warrior television show. Since Americans have been auditioning for the show, G4 has sent two competitors per round to Japan for the Ninja Warrior television show.

[jawhite664]

on 11/15/2009 I've never heard of this before. Thanks for the great information! 5*

[kims3003]

on 11/14/2009 Neat article!! Well done!

[rickzimmerman]

on 11/14/2009 JC: Great tips for a growing sport competition! 5*s and a recommendation. You might like my 'How to Enjoy a Stress-Free Life'. Regards, rickz