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About Julie Palamar

I am a 34 year old mother who recently started running obstacle course races after setting it as a new years resolution for myself after loosing almost 75lbs. I work full time as a nanny and my life outside of OCR is pretty much my family and my daughter.

Blue Mountain – On The Mountain Obstacle Class

By |July 27th, 2020|

Rachel on the monkey bars. As the year has progressed we have all had to realize the season is pretty much done for obstacle course racing in many areas of the US. That has led me to look around for what things I could do near me. Things that might bring me some [...]

Running Alone, are you ever really alone?

By |October 22nd, 2019|

For those signing up for their first race, it can be scary to think about hitting the course solo. But, thanks to the wonderful OCR community, you're never really racing alone.

Race Recap: Spartan Race Ocean City Maryland

By |October 9th, 2019|

Spartan Race branches out, hosting a Urban Sprint race in Ocean City, Maryland. The course combined the best of a Stadion race and a traditional Sprint course.

Race Recap: Bonefrog Challenge, New Jersey

By |June 18th, 2019|

The Bonefrog Trident is earned by completing all three distances over a calendar year. See what it's like to attempt this feat in one day!

Race Recap: Your First Mud Run – Bethlehem, PA

By |June 11th, 2019|

Looking for a low key, family friendly race that is open to kids as young as 5? Your First Mud Run may be the race for you!

“You Plan to do What?” Honest First Time Runners Tell All

By |June 3rd, 2019|

Fear and worry seem to be one of the biggest reasons people are hesitant to sign up for an OCR. When I asked what they feared the most, it seemed pretty consistent: Worry about being able to do the obstacles, how long the race would take, would they even be able to finish or keep up with friends who had run before. Would people laugh at them when they failed an obstacle or had to walk? What if you need help over the starting wall?

Race Recap: Savage Race Maryland Spring

By |May 15th, 2019|

If you like your OCR with extra mud, this year's Savage Race Maryland was for you.

Race Recap: New Jersey Ultra and Beast

By |May 10th, 2019|

How did nasty weather impact the Spartan Tri-State New Jersey Ultra and Beast?

Spartan Stadiums vs Mountains: What is the Difference and How to Train

By |March 5th, 2019|

Stadion or Mountain? Which do you prefer? Find out more about how these races differ and how to train for each.

Race Recap: Fall FIT Challenge XI

By |November 29th, 2018|

Twice a year F.I.T. Challenge hosts a small race in Rhode Island. November 17th at Diamond Hill State Park  I had the pleasure of attending my 1st F.I.T. Challenge race. F.I.T. has won and been a top contender for many Mud Run Guide best of awards the last few years which made me very excited to see what all the talk was about.

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