Our thoughts about races, nutrition, training and all other things OCR.
You may have seen the exciting news that the UK has announced the first Age Group focused series for 2022. But, getting your head around new events and navigating the information that has been put out can be tricky, so we thought we’d take some time to share what we know so far! Read on for the full breakdown!
Have you got your eyes on some Spartan races in 2022? Are you considering making the move to age group but you lack the confidence or knowledge of what it entails? We’ve put together a blog with some of the key differences between open and age group racing to help you decide if you're ready to make the jump!
It’s time for another free, virtual OCR fitness competition and this time we’re making it bigger and better than ever. We’re bringing you 8 fun workouts and 8 key elements of Obstacle Course Racing plus this time we’ll be throwing in some bonus workouts! Complete all 8 workouts in 4 weeks and you’ll be entered into our draw to win training plans, coaching and apparel.
Are you one of the many athletes who find themselves iron deficient? Do you know your iron levels? Could you be missing out on the chance to build some marginal gains? Jessie shares her experience of her iron deficiency and how she got an iron infusion to boost her performance. Read on to find out more.
In a time full of uncertainly and ever-shifting norms and race dates, Jessie went from nailing her fitness during lockdown to feeling like she’d totally lost all her gains within the space of a few weeks.
Finding motivation and balance during a global pandemic is a challenging concept and it seems to be something that lots of people have been struggling with. So, Jessie has taken the time to reflect & share her thoughts in the hope it might give you a tip or two to get you back on track and stop beating yourself up!
It’s time for another Team Grit competition and with most people now able to run in their local areas, we thought it was time for a running based challenge! This time it’s all about elevation because those hill legs are crucial for OCR. Click on to find out the full details on how you can take part.
Lou is a French athlete living in Bali who trains smart and races hard. Competing since 2015, he’s a seasoned athlete and this year he performed fantastically at both the Spartan World Champs and the OCRWC. His dedication to his training is admirable and his community spirit makes him a pleasure to see at every race. Click on to read Lou’s full interview.
