With the demise of female-only races (Diva Dash, Mudderella, Lozilu, etc.) the limited investment in kids-only mud runs and most of the big events adding a kid's course as an afterthought, the long-term future of OCR seems to be taking a backseat to present profits. Aren't there new ways to reach kids now and start developing the next generation of OCR fanatics?
Make sure you check out the Acre Breaker Adventure Race in Manheim PA. The Acre Breaker race provides a great experience in a smaller loop course to give the racer and the race viewers a really fun experience. The course is on about an acre or so of land, but a number of obstacles and the running trail that is the course were a great surprise as I moved through the terrain.
Obstacle Athletics is Long Island’s only Obstacle Fitness and Ninja Warrior training facility. The "playground" opened up its doors earlier this year and has already welcomed several OCR and Americas Ninja Warrior pros. This facility also offers Private Classes, Open Gym, and Groups/Parties.
As I’m halfway through a week working with the Marine Corps down at Camp LeJeune, NC, I thought to myself, “Man, I’d like to see some Marines on the Skullbuster.” Tonight, my wish came true. The Marines totally stormed the show. This is the first time the ladies faced Trench Warfare with the double [...]
Those who will take risks and enjoy the gift called life that we are all blessed with, and go after amazing goals. This brings us to Krisstina Davis. She is a single mom who works on ensuring her boys have a fit, active and healthy lifestyle.
When heading into World’s Toughest Mudder (WTM), I recommend setting tiered goals. Tiered goals provide a target to shoot for or safety nets to keep you going as the race drags on for 24 hours.
If you only read one line of this review, let it be this: "Drywear Apparel's Men's Performance Series short-sleeve tee is the best training and racing shirt on the planet as far as I am concerned. Period." If you would like to know why - read on!
This Training Tuesday, instead of an instructional video we bring you the story La Gaffe du Draveur. The Northman Race obstacle that became a highlight of the 2017 OCR World Championships. Marco Bedard, the creator of the obstacle explains the history behind this obstacle and why it's more than just climbing a pole.
As the pre-race briefing started on Sunday for the Spartan Race Glen Rose Sprint, the start line was informed that instead of burpees at Olympus, the penalty would be a running lap. No burpees just a penalty running lap. Is this the beginning of a change in the elite racing scene for Spartan or just a one-off test?
This fifth point, Inflated Expectations, ended up being so long I broke it apart into a second article because I didn’t want to gloss over it. With that, enjoy the conclusion of the article and hold on tight, some people may get some feelings hurt but you’ll thank me in the end.
