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Recapping Savage Anywhere I
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Getting Yourself Ready to Train and Race in the Heat
Heat acclimatization can be achieved with 60-90 minutes of exercise a day in hot conditions, doing so for 1-2 weeks. Those who are less fit or those more susceptible to heat-related problems may require more days or weeks to fully acclimatize.
Spartan Seeks to Attract 1 Million Participants From 140 Countries for World’s Largest Virtual Race
The virtual race consists of running and completing the equivalent distance and obstacles in one of Spartan’s four signature obstacle course races, including the 5k, 20-obstacle Spartan Sprint; 10k, 25-obstacle Spartan Super; half-marathon, 30-obstacle Spartan Beast; and 50k, 60-obstacle Spartan Ultra.
Spartan South Africa: Athlete Highlight Jacques Pienaar
Jacques (AKA SuperStompie) was born without his lower left forearm, but he has not let that stop him from competing in Spartan Races. His Spartan journey began in 2018 when he signed up for the Kings Kloof Super.
Fitness Made Fun – A Review of Playout The Game
Playout definitely proved to be an innovative workout tool that is easily accessible to anyone currently staying at home, and also, I believe, will transfer well when we are able to get back to the gyms, schools, and playgrounds. I loved that the only equipment needed was a pull-up bar (there is no equipment needed in the original fitness pack) and that I was able to get a full-body workout that was fun, challenging, and extremely unique.
Important Information
Virtual Race Guide
List and guide of virtual races to take part in during our home quarantine.
COVID-19 Race Updates
List of races that have been postponed, as well as rescheduled events.
Newest Videos
40,000 Athletes from More Than 100 Countries Finish Spartan’s Project Unbreakable Virtual Obstacle Course Race
Project Unbreakable: The World’s Largest Virtual Race, powered by Rakuten Posts Big Numbers for World's Leading Endurance Brand
Movie Review: New Addiction: The Story of Jesse Bruce
Need your OCR fix in quarantine? Check out New Addiction: The Story of Jesse Bruce, a documentary that tells a story of addiction, prison time, and overcoming obstacles in both life and on the racecourse.
The 2019 Muddies- Best of OCR Winners
The votes have been tallied and it's time to announce the winners of this year's Muddies!
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Book Review: Legend of the Death Race
Curious about Death Race? Check out Tony Matesi's book “Legend of Death Race: Conquering Life with Courage, Power, & Wisdom.”
Spartan's Back – For Good?
Spartan's Jacksonville event is open for registration June 13th - will athletes decide it's safe to race?
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