As an ultra runner, between training and races you put a lot of miles on your feet. Making it even more important to find the right shoes featuring a balance of performance and cushioning. Enter the Hoka One One Torrent. From one of the premier brands in trail running, the Torrens feature a 5mm drop…
If you love OCR and Spartan Race you have to see our original and favorite Spartan Race memes from around the web! Check back for new and originals updated regularly. *Spartan Race memes updated November 2019! How I discovered Spartan Race. You know the feeling. Why I really started racing. Push the…
A 5k course with 25 obstacles, Rugged Maniac is known for being a great first time OCR race that puts fun before competition while still attracting top level racers. Priced around $50-$70 (depending on when you sign up). Rugged Maniac is an attractive price point compared to other OCR races. I signed up for the…
Check out this 20 week high intensity interval training (HIIT) workout program that’s perfect for anyone from beginner to advanced. Broken into five 4 week blocks we’ll build from a 1:3 (10 second work to 30 second rest) to a 3:1 (30 seconds work to 10 seconds rest). Like most HIIT workouts this can be…
Check out these 5 forearm exercises that are sure to help you build strength and stability. I haven’t just chosen these forearm exercises at random or off the standard list. They are meant to be multi faceted building grip strength while incorporating stabilizer muscles throughout the full body. Let’s get started! Towel Farmers Carry’s For…
Crossfit offers some great high intensity workouts, but not all are are created equal when it comes their effectiveness for OCR training. I’ve put together five of my favorites to prepare you for your next OCR or Spartan Race. Check out these 5 Crossfit endurance workouts that will take your OCR and Spartan race training…
Training for a Spartan Race can feel like a large undertaking but I’m here to put your minds at ease. Your going to have a great time no matter what shape you are in. The Spartan Race community is one of the most friendly and inclusive groups of people I have ever met. This is…
Whether your looking for your next trail runner or the perfect shoe for a Spartan Race, Inov-8 has become a force to reckon with in the trail running industry. Gaining ground on popular trail running shoe brands like Salomon and Reebok, Inov-8 has built a reputation for high quality comfortable shoes at a reasonable price…
In 2018 I ran my first World’s Toughest Mudder. I’d never run a 24 hour event and had no idea of what I was getting into, so like most people I pored over the internet looking for every World’s Toughest Mudder tip, trick, and piece of advice I could find. There was a lot of…
Check out these Savage Race obstacle tips. Whether you are getting ready for your first Savage Race or just looking to get better, having a strategy for the harder obstacles is a must. Nothing is more frustrating than running strong all course then having to stop to figure out what to do at an obstacle.…