$1000 Deck Challenge
Deck of Death™ Challenge
210+ Cards. 90 Minutes. $1,000.
Finish all three Deck of Death™ decks in 90 minutes or less and you can win $1,000. Beat the current official record and you can win $2,000.
The Standard
Two Ways To Win Cash
Finish all three decks in under 90 minutes and you can win $1,000. Beat the current official record time and you can win $2,000.
Current Record
1:13:42
The current official record holder is Joe Cowan, who completed all three decks in 1 hour, 13 minutes, and 42 seconds in a verified attempt. Beat that time and the prize becomes $2,000.
Over 210 Cards
Every single card in Upper Body, Lower Body, and Core & Cardio must be completed.
Raw Proof
The video must be raw, uncut, and unedited from the shuffle to the final card.
Proper Form
Any skipping, shortcutting, poor form, or weak evidence can get you disqualified.
Official Rules and Terms
Overview
Think you’ve got what it takes to crush all three Deck of Death™ decks (Upper Body, Lower Body, and Core & Cardio) in 90 minutes or less?
Right now, there are two ways to win cash:
- Finish all three decks in under 90 minutes and you can win $1,000.
- Beat the current record time and you can win $2,000.
This isn’t for beginners. It’s for the bold, the crazy, and the few willing to go toe-to-toe with the most brutal bodyweight challenge out there.
Eligibility
- You must be 18 years or older to enter.
- You must be a legal resident of the United States to claim the prize.
- Only individuals may enter. No teams or shared decks.
- The challenge must be completed using official Deck of Death decks: Upper Body, Lower Body, and Core & Cardio. No substitutions allowed.
- Multiple attempts are allowed, but only one submission can be active at a time.
Challenge Requirements
To be eligible to win:
- You must complete every single card in all three decks, over 210 total cards, within 90 minutes.
- All exercises must be performed with proper form and full rep count or full time for timed movements like 45 second holds.
- Rest breaks are allowed, but the total time from the first card to the last must be 90 minutes or less.
- Any skipping, shortcutting, or poor form may result in disqualification.
- All three decks must be shuffled individually, then combined and shuffled together on camera before you start the challenge, so it is clear no cards are laid out strategically.
- A visible timer must be present in the video for the entire duration of the attempt.
- The cards and pulls must remain visible throughout the attempt.
- The video must be raw, uncut, and unedited from the moment you start shuffling until the final card is completed.
Rep Counting and Two Count Rules
Standard Rep Count
For all exercises except the four listed below, the number on the card is a standard rep count. That means if a card says 3, you do 3 total reps, not 3 per side.
This includes unilateral and left/right style movements such as lunges, step ups, staggered push-ups, and similar movements.
How To Handle Left / Right Movements
You can split the reps however you want as long as the total reps equals the number on the card and you keep it reasonable.
- “3 lateral lunges” can be 2 left and 1 right, or 1 left and 2 right.
- If you get multiple similar cards in a row, alternating which side gets the extra rep is recommended.
The Only Two Count Movements In The Entire System
Only these three movements use a two count:
- Side jumps
- Russian twists
- Bicycles
For these, 1 rep = left + right, so the card’s number stays the same rep count, but it equals double the individual side motions.
Examples
- “30 Russian twists” means 30 total reps where each rep is left + right.
- “25 bicycles” means 25 total reps where each rep is left + right.
- “15 side jumps” means 15 total reps where each rep is one jump left + one jump right.
Proof and Submission
To claim the prize, you must submit verifiable evidence in one of the following ways:
Option 1: Raw, Uncut Video
- Record your entire session in one continuous take from start to finish.
- No edits, cuts, or angle changes.
- A timer must be visible or overlaid throughout the entire video.
- Decks must be visible and cards must be clearly shown as you pull them.
Option 2: Live Verified Attempt (Preferred)
- You can coordinate a live challenge, in person or by livestream, with the team ahead of time.
- Email challenge@deckofdeathcards.com with the subject line “Deck of Death Challenge Submission” to set it up.
Prize Details
- The next verified finisher who completes all three decks in 90 minutes or less and meets all rules is eligible for a $1,000 cash prize.
- If your official time is faster than the current record, you are eligible for a $2,000 cash prize instead of $1,000.
- As of this update, the record is 1:13:42 by Joe Cowan. To earn the $2,000 prize, your total time must be less than 1:13:42.
- Payment will be sent via PayPal, cash, Venmo, or check.
- Additional prizes may be offered to future verified finishers at the company’s discretion.
- Winners may be featured in future Deck of Death™ content. By submitting, you give permission to use your name, footage, and story for marketing purposes.
- The record time and prize details may be updated as new record holders emerge. Any changes apply going forward, not retroactively.
Disclaimers
- Submissions will be judged by the Deck of Death™ team. Entries may be accepted or rejected based on form, clarity, or evidence quality.
- The company is not responsible for injuries sustained during the challenge. Attempt at your own risk and consult a physician if you have any health concerns.
- This challenge may be changed or ended at any time.
- Void where prohibited.
Final Word
We Didn’t Invent The Deck Workout. We Just Made It Harder.
If you’re the type who pushes through when most would quit, this challenge was made for you.
210+ cards. 90 minutes. No machines. No excuses. Finish under 90 and you earn cash. Beat the record and you take the big one.