Exercising Demons
Strangers and Freaks
Run for your life.
You can run, but you can't hide! — Mary-Ann Quinn
Overview
Exercising Demons is a Strangers and Freaks mission in Grand Theft Auto V. In this mission, Franklin Clinton encounters Mary-Ann Quinn, an intense and competitive fitness enthusiast, at Vespucci Beach.
Mary-Ann challenges Franklin to a race along the beach, testing his stamina and speed. The mission involves a foot race along a designated path.
The mission is part of a series of encounters with Mary-Ann, showcasing her eccentric personality and obsession with fitness.
Mission Objectives
- Race Mary-Ann to the finish line.
- Follow the designated path along the beach.
- Avoid obstacles and maintain speed.
- Reach the finish line before Mary-Ann.
Walkthrough
1 Meet Mary-Ann Quinn
- Approach Mary-Ann at Vespucci Beach. Franklin finds Mary-Ann stretching and preparing for a run near the beach.
- Listen to Mary-Ann's challenge. Mary-Ann enthusiastically challenges Franklin to a race, setting the stage for the mission.
2 Start the Race
- Begin running along the designated path. Follow the markers along the beach to stay on course.
- Maintain a steady pace. Keep an eye on Franklin's stamina to avoid slowing down.
3 Avoid Obstacles
- Dodge pedestrians and beach equipment. Navigate around people and objects to maintain speed.
4 Reach the Finish Line
- Cross the finish line before Mary-Ann. Ensure Franklin finishes the race ahead of Mary-Ann to complete the mission successfully.
Gold Medal Objectives
- Quick Win — Finish the race in less than 1 minute 42 seconds.
- Clean Race — Avoid bumping into any obstacles during the race.
To achieve the gold medal, maintain a steady pace and use shortcuts where possible. Avoid collisions to ensure a clean race.
Aftermath
After completing the mission, Franklin gains no monetary reward but establishes a unique relationship with Mary-Ann Quinn.
This encounter unlocks the next mission in the series, Exercising Demons - Michael, where Michael De Santa faces a similar challenge from Mary-Ann.
Trivia
- Mary-Ann Quinn is a recurring character who challenges all three protagonists in separate missions.
- The mission is part of the Strangers and Freaks series, focusing on eccentric characters in Los Santos.
- Franklin's stamina skill can affect performance in the race, making it easier if improved.
- Mary-Ann's competitive nature is a recurring theme in her interactions with the protagonists.
Featured
- Franklin ClintonPlayable protagonist
- Mary-Ann QuinnMission giver
- Vespucci BeachMission location
