Are you a man or mouse? Are you weak or strong? Are you courageous or afraid? What kind of person are you exactly? Do you have a strong mind, or a feeble one? Who are you?

Most of us at some point in time think about the stuff we are really made of. Are we tough enough? Finally we can answer this eternal question. There is a solution. Adventure Races. That's right, three of the craziest adventure races will be happening this year. Where will you be?

Will be hiding under you blankets on the couch at home, or will you be proving to your family, friends, and yourself that there is a inner beast waiting to come out somewhere deep inside.

Adventure Races are notorious in the outdoor world for being the vehicle by which a person can show their true color. You want to be part of a elite crowd? You want a t-shirt or bumper sticker that puts you in the upper echelon of this lazy society? Then pick one of these three crazy adventure races and see what you're made of.

The following three adventure races that will be held in 2012 are the craziest and best. They are listed in no particular order. Let us know if you survive.

1. Tough Mudder
The self proclaimed "toughest event on the planet", Tough Mudder is not for weaklings. This event is around 10 miles long, and is more of a obstacle course then a race, per say. If are really as tough as you think, you will become one of the 78% that finishes each year. Through water, over walls, through tunnels and a little electricity are just a few of the great things you will enjoy in a Tough Mudder event.

2. Warrior Dash
Want to be part of the "world's largest running series?" Then the Warrior Dash is something you may be interested in. One of the most well known race events, the Warrior Dash is not your typical run of the mill event, and don't forget to wear your costume.

3. Spartan Race
The Spartan Race, pretty much just like is sounds, is the "obstacle race." If you're looking for barbed wire, fire, mud, and water, the Spartan Race might be right up your alley. The interesting part of the Spartan Race is the different levels, Spartan Sprint, Super Spartan, and Spartan Beast, pick your poison.

Still think you are that tough? We will see about that. A lot of people think they have what it takes, but completing a Tough Mudder, Warrior Dash, or Spartan Race will put your feet where your mouth is.

Joining the elite club of adventure race competitor and finisher will give you confidence to conquer anything a cubicle and your boss can throw at you. Does a 40 hour work week really seem that hard now?

Have you ever competed in an Adventure Race? Which one, and where? Did you train hard? What is the key to success?