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First from Spartan Georgia it's RJ Lora, Antonius, Melissa Nuñez https://www.instagram.com/beastmodenunez/ and Taryn Terrell, Follow this week’s guests: SEE ABOVE LINKS. Today's show is sponsored by: Endeavor Team Challenge The event takes place in areas selected for their beautiful and challenging terrain. Competitors enjoy scenic panoramas as they move up mountains, rappel down cliffs, and paddle across beautiful alpine reservoirs. Teams work together to accomplish more than they thought possible, and they do it in a safe, professional, and friendly competitive environment. Register now and get 20% OFF for this year’s event hosted in Bear Valley, California, in the Stanislaus National Forest. Enter ORM20 at checkout between now and April 15th, 2024. Use code ORM for all Tough Mudder and Spartan Races for 20 percent off. Support Us On Patreon for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ and John Wesley Harding.
Giles Chater, COO of Spartan/Tough Mudder comes on to talk about the return of team money to World's Toughest Mudder, plus a true relay style and other changes. Follow this week’s guests: Giles Chater Use code ORM for all Tough Mudder and Spartan Races for 20 percent off. Support Us On Patreon for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ and John Wesley Harding.
Veejay is back to talk about his Alula performance, GOV Games, an update on Spartan payments, potential OCR retirement, and more. Today's show is sponsored by: Endeavor Team Challenge The event takes place in areas selected for their beautiful and challenging terrain. Competitors enjoy scenic panoramas as they move up mountains, rappel down cliffs, and paddle across beautiful alpine reservoirs. Teams work together to accomplish more than they thought possible, and they do it in a safe, professional, and friendly competitive environment. Register now and get 20% OFF for this year’s event hosted in Bear Valley, California, in the Stanislaus National Forest. Enter ORM20 at checkout between now and April 15th, 2024. Follow this week’s guests: Veejay Jones Support Us On Patreon for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ and John Wesley Harding.
We sat down at or near the ORM tent this past Sunday in Conyers, Georgia for the annual Spartan Race weekend. Listen and enjoy: Scott The Fayne https://www.instagram.com/iamaspartanpodcast/, Lee Ann, Cassidy Nichols Cassandra Gill https://www.instagram.com/cassandra_gill_/, Sarah Tucker, Brad Heilwagen https://www.instagram.com/bradheilwagen/, Michael, Wendy and Addie Green https://www.instagram.com/happy_healthy_mommyoffour/, Shell https://www.instagram.com/spartan_shell/. Use code ORM20 to save 20 percent on any Tough Mudder or Spartan Race. Follow this week's guests: (links above). Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ and John Wesley Harding https://www.instagram.com/WesleyStace.
Phil joins us to explore his journey through 36 seasons (and counting) of The Amazing Race, the dramatic shifts in television viewing habits over two decades, and being left off from "Paramountain". He also let us know what he's doing while contestants tackle challenges. Last, we'll dive into his new show that seeks to recruit elite athletes. Terrapin Events https://terrapinevents.com/ sponsor today's episode. We are excited to promote Dirty Leprechaun on March 16th. Awesome local race plus a pancake breakfast! Also, use Code ORM20 to save 20 percent on any Tough Mudder or Spartan Race Follow Phil Keoghan https://www.instagram.com/philiminator/. Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ and John Wesley Harding https://www.instagram.com/WesleyStace.
Mark Batres, Nicole Mericle, and Kris Rugloski journeyed to the Saudi Arabian desert aiming to secure the top prize of $80,000. Although victory eluded them, they collectively earned $50,000 as Nicole finished 2nd, Mark finished 3rd, and Kris finished 7th. Tune in as we conclude our coverage of the 2024 Tough Mudder Infinity Alua event. Terrapin Events https://terrapinevents.com/ sponsor today's episode. We are excited to promote Dirty Leprechaun on March 16th. Awesome local race plus a pancake breakfast! Also use Code ORM20 to save 20 percent on any Tough Mudder or Spartan race. Follow Nicole https://www.instagram.com/nickeldm/, Mark, Natalie, and Kris. Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ and John Wesley Harding https://www.instagram.com/WesleyStace.
Ian K is back to discuss news from the last week in OCR including Matt's lack of luggage in AlUla, Ian did a DEKA STRONG, Rugged Maniac closing its doors, and more. Terrapin Events https://terrapinevents.com/ sponsor today's episode. We are excited to promote Dirty Leprechaun on March 16th. Awesome local race plus a pancake breakfast! Follow Ian K at UKOCR. Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ and John Wesley Harding https://www.instagram.com/WesleyStace.
It finally happened. All the hype is over and the event is on. Listen as athletes settle in for Friday dinner, then we hear from tons of athletes from the finish line of this epic race. Full race results here - https://www.obstacleracingmedia.com/featured/alula-tough-mudder-infinity-results/ Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ and John Wesley Harding.
Ian joins the show to talk Spartan firings, HYROX rowers, Superbowl commercials, and so much more. Terrapin Events https://terrapinevents.com/ sponsor today's episode. We are excited to promote Dirty Leprechaun on March 16th. Awesome local race plus a pancake breakfast! Also Rugged Maniac https://ruggedmaniac.com/ - The ultimate and muddiest obstacle course and 5K mud run—takes over the US with 25 live events in 2024! With over 3 miles overtaken with 25+ obstacles, the Rugged Maniac course has the most obstacles per mile of any race on the planet. Save 15 percent with code ORM15. Follow Ian K on Instagram. Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ and John Wesley Harding https://www.instagram.com/WesleyStace.
Veejay Jones and Natalie Miano join forces with host Matt B. Davis to share their insights on the upcoming $480,000 Tough Mudder Infinity event set for the 24th. As part of a four-person team, Veejay will be in the thick of the competition in AlUla, with Natalie on the sidelines cheering for her husband and WTM record holder, Mark Batres. The trio will offer their expert analysis on key contenders across the men's, women's, and team divisions. The full list of athletes heading to AlUla for the event can be accessed here: https://www.obstacleracingmedia.com/featured/tough-mudder-alula-infinity-participant-update/ Follow Veejay on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/veejay_jones/. Follow Natalie on Instagram. Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ and John Wesley Harding https://www.instagram.com/WesleyStace.
Fontaine has been writing for ORM for many years. She joins us today to talk about photography, OCR in the Northwest, being married to an obstacle racer, and more. Terrapin Events https://terrapinevents.com/ sponsor today's episode. We are excited to promote two races coming up soon. My Muddy Valentine on February 10 and Dirty Leprechaun on March 16th. Also by Rugged Maniac https://ruggedmaniac.com/ - The ultimate and muddiest obstacle course and 5K mud run—takes over the US with 25 live events in 2024! With over 3 miles overtaken with 25+ obstacles, the Rugged Maniac course has the most obstacles per mile of any race on the planet. Save 15 percent with code ORM15. Follow Fontaine on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nryker5/. Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/
Veejay wants an old-school jam for the Pan American Spartan Champs. Matt does not know how to handle the cold. Veejay is 1-1 in field goal attempts. So much more. Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/
Check out this interview with European OCR Champion Leon Kofoed. He tells us about his plans for 2024, which may be his final OCR season. First, we deep dive into a 2023 Championship Season recap. Plus a preview of the AlUla Saudi Arabia race with his team of studs. Today's episode is sponsored by Terrapin Events. We are excited to promote two races coming up soon. My Muddy Valentine on February 10 and Dirty Leprechaun on March 16th. Follow Leon on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leonkofoed_/. Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/
Veejay is back to talk gas station self-surgery, hip-hop origins, Spartan Tea, A House Divided, Breaking Bad, getting hit in the head with obstacles, what races he'll hit in 2024, and much more. Today's episode is sponsored by Rugged Maniac - $5 off registration with code ORM24. 5K course. Awesome obstacles. Plus this year's shirts are venue-specific and look cool as hell. Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/
And you may find yourself as the host of a strange new sport called obstacle racing. And you may ask yourself "Well, how did I get here?!" Today's episode is the chapter before the other chapters. We dive in with someone who started as the first employee of the famed staffing company and ended up a life long friend. Today's episode is sponsored by Rugged Maniac - Score 15% off your @ruggedmaniac registration, plus snag a FREE can koozie! 🙌 Just use code RMNYE24 at checkout until January 7th. Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Racing Media Links https://linktr.ee/obstacleracingmedia. Intro Music – Paul B. Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/
Ian K from UKOCR and STFK from I Am A Spartan Podcast check in on the latest Spartan changes including paying for photos, not getting paid for winning, Matt’s appearance on WTF, and more. Don’t forget to SUPPORT US ON PATREON to help us continue bringing you exciting content. INSTAGRAM LINKS TO FOLLOW: I Am A Spartan Podcast https://www.instagram.com/iamaspartanpodcast/?hl=en UK OCR https://www.instagram.com/uk.ocr/?hl=en YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Explore more content on our ORM YOUTUBE CHANNEL for additional insights and behind-the-scenes footage. LISTEN: You can listen to the podcast here https://pod.link/675746526.
2023 3K Spartan World Champion Veejay Jones talks about Abu Dhabi, DEKA World Champs, Tough Mudder in Saudi Arabia, and so much More. Don’t forget to SUPPORT US ON PATREON to help us continue bringing you exciting content. LINKS TO FOLLOW: Veejay on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/veejay_jones/ YOUTUBE CHANNEL: __ __ LISTEN: You can listen to the podcast here https://pod.link/675746526.
Nic Cartwright and Duncan D'Ewes from CaB Sports answer your questions about the 8-Hour Infinity in Alula in February. We talk payouts, clothing, food, accommodations, flights, course design, and more. Don’t forget to SUPPORT US ON PATREON to help us continue bringing you exciting content. LINKS TO FOLLOW: The original AlUla article which includes additional links and FAQ can be found here. YOUTUBE CHANNEL: __ __ LISTEN: You can listen to the podcast here. https://pod.link/675746526
Cali joins to talk about her breakout 2nd place performance at World’s Toughest Mudder 2023. She discusses lessons learned from last year’s defeat, and how her crew of “Diamond Dogs” refused to let her stop before the final horn sounded We are then joined by Gregg from Green Beret Fitness. GBF events feature a variety of activities, including rucking, trail running, and various strength exercises. With most events hosting fewer than 50 participants, each individual receives a personalized and exceptional experience. Don’t forget to SUPPORT US ON PATREON to help us continue bringing you exciting content. LINKS TO FOLLOW: Green Beret Fitness event website. Cali on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cschweik/. YOUTUBE CHANNEL: __ __ LISTEN: You can listen to the podcast here. https://pod.link/675746526 *
Anthony Peressini from The Hybrid Engine joins Matt to discuss who performed well and who fell short at HYROX Chicago. They also discuss how this race fits in with the rest of the season now that more auto qualifiers are spoken for. Anthony also tells us his perfect race lap distance, plus so much more. SPONSOR MENTION: We’re grateful to Resolute Coffee for sponsoring this episode and introducing their brand-new CRUSHIT Monthly Club! Members are treated to a unique “Crush Shit Daily” mug and a selection of four five-ounce coffee bags, each showcasing distinctive processing methods and a diverse range of varietals. Use code HFM1 for 20 percent off at checkout right now. CONNECT & SUPPORT: Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG. You can support Hybrid Fitness Media with this link. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HFMedia Listen at the top of the page or hit this link for your favorite podcast player https://pod.link/1685720261.
Interviews from Friday afternoon, plus some Monday brunch interviews.
We present a five-episode series on how to best prepare for World’s Toughest Mudder. Chapter 5 - Final Preparations! Jason Rulo and Matt B. Davis are joined by WTM veterans Hannah Carta and Evan Perperis to discuss final preparations for this year's big event. We talk about temperatures, obstacles, terrain, and more. Additional Links: Jason’s Prep List Matt’s List. Great article on layering and more for World's Toughest Mudder. Intro Music – Paul B. http://paulbielatowicz.com/ Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ ORM YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Obstacleracingmedia/videos Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia You can listen to the podcast here https://pod.link/675746526 or the link below. Find all episodes in this series here.
In this riveting episode, we welcome Carlos, an aficionado in Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) from Venezuela. He dives into the current landscape and challenges faced by the OCR community in Venezuela and across South America. Following Carlos, Brakken returns to our podcast to dive deep into the dichotomy of entertaining versus informing. We explore the balance content creators must strike between engaging their audience and providing factual, useful information. Brakken delves into the responsibility of race directors and the standards they should be held to. The conversation takes a fun twist as we discuss the spectrum of "goofy vs. hybrid" race events. With a blend of humor, insights, and thought-provoking discussions, this episode promises to be both entertaining and enlightening. Don’t forget to SUPPORT US ON PATREON to help us continue bringing you exciting content. LINKS TO FOLLOW: Brakken on: Race Brain https://pod.link/1623221874. The Running Public. Carlos on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tatocelis/. YOUTUBE CHANNEL: __ __ LISTEN: You can listen to the podcast here. https://pod.link/675746526
Logan has been around the world and back to throw boomerangs, run marathons, do obstacle races, and compete on Ninja courses. Find out why he can't pick a favorite, and why he still loves his day job. Plus, our old friend Scott The Fayne Knowles talks about how he thinks the new Spartan Competitive Wave will affect him and everyone else who currently runs Age Group. Don’t forget to SUPPORT US ON PATREON to help us continue bringing you exciting content. YOUTUBE CHANNEL: __ __ LISTEN: You can listen to the podcast here. https://pod.link/675746526
First, we have Chris Matlbie, the VP of Global Product for Spartan Race Portfolio, who's here to unveil the changes coming to the 2024 Spartan Series. Chris takes us behind the scenes to discuss the fusion of Age Groups and Elite waves into a new "Competitive Wave." Plus he also talks about how the new national series distances will work and how to qualify for regional and world championships. We're also joined by the one and only Austin Azar, an enduring force in the obstacle course racing community with Spartan and BattleFrog Races that date back to 2014. Austin shares his extensive journey through the challenges and triumphs of these iconic events, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of the sport. He'll also regale us with his recent adventures, having conquered the two Hyrox races in Europe. SPONSORSHIPS: __ __ __ __ YOUTUBE CHANNEL: __ __ LISTEN: You can listen to the podcast here https://pod.link/675746526 or the link below.
The 2023 World Obstacle/UIPM OCR Championships took place in Genk, Belgium, from September 14th to 17th. Just a few weeks later, from October 5th to 8th, the 2023 OCR World Championships, organized by Adventurey/Spartan Race, unfolded in Mammoth Lakes, CA, USA. Tune in as Seb David and Ian Hosek provide a detailed comparison of these two high-profile OCR events, highlighting the differences in course design, obstacles, and overall competition. They also touch upon the historical context, comparing the 2023 championships to previous editions and the broader evolution of OCR as a sport. Matt begins the episode by reporting on some historical attendance numbers. PATREON: __ __ YOUTUBE CHANNEL: __ __ LISTEN: You can listen to the podcast here https://pod.link/675746526 or the link below.
Join host Matt as he sits down with Jeff Leininger, a seasoned adventure racer known for his appearances on multiple survival television shows. In this captivating episode, Jeff shares his thrilling experiences from the world of survival and the unique bond he's built with his son through their racing adventures. Jeff also unveils an exciting announcement: his upcoming backyard ultra race with a jaw-dropping $10,000 payout, set to attract the best endurance athletes from around the world. Get ready for a glimpse into the world of extreme challenges and the passion that drives Jeff's pursuit of the extraordinary. Learn about The Conquer and all of Jeff's races on his website. SPONSORSHIPS: __ __ __ __ YOUTUBE CHANNEL: __ __ LISTEN: __ __ Tune in to this episode for an inspiring conversation that delves into the world of survival, adventure racing, and the pursuit of greatness. Don't miss it! You can listen to the podcast here. https://pod.link/675746526
Chris Maltbie checks in on some early 2023 World's Toughest Mudder notes. Then Joshua Kujawa joined us as one of the last to do every WTM. We end with Josh's buddy, Brock Holtsclaw, who dropped 86K (53 miles) at Tough Mudder Infinity. Learn more about the AlUla Tough Mudder Infinity here. Rugged Maniac sponsors today's show. Over 20 events for this year and next on the website https://ruggedmaniac.com/events/. Use code ORM23 for $5 off! Spartan Race and Tough Mudder Discount - 30 percent off all 2023 Spartan Races and Tough Mudder - Use ORM2023 ORM YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Obstacleracingmedia/videos Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia You can listen to the podcast here https://pod.link/675746526 or the link below.
Spartan Race acquired the race known as the OCR World Championships, put on by Adventurey. Spartan Champion and OCRWC Champion Veejay Jones sat down with Matt B. Davis to discuss. They also talk about money owed to Veejay, how his training has changed from OCR to hybrid fitness, and how he wants to stay in OCR even if he's not competing. Intro Music – Paul B. http://paulbielatowicz.com/ Outro Music – Brian Revels https://www.brianrevelsmusic.com/ ORM YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Obstacleracingmedia/videos Support Us On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/obstacleracingmedia You can listen to the podcast here https://pod.link/675746526 or the link below.
