Unconventional training methods for elite OCR results – Mik Gerylo
Mik Gerylo is a trainer, educator, and elite OCR athlete. But Mik is not your typical OCR athlete. He has a unique approach where he takes unconventional methods and makes them practical. He is the Founder of “The Weapon Factory” in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Where he leads group fitness to people who want to become…
How to improve your athleticism for better OCR results – Matt Kempson
Matt Kempson is a professional OCR athlete who has a vision. He wants to push people out of their comfort zone to increase the quality of athlete in OCR. Matt believes that athleticism should be the goal of every participant on the course and wants to incentivize them to perform at a higher level. He…
OCR Offseason Training – Kirk DeWindt & Brakken Kraker
Kirk DeWindt and Brakken Kraker join Rich to talk about off-season training and how to best prepare yourself for 2020 Obstacles course racing season. In this episode, we talk about: We do a deep dive into some critical running metrics and workout that will improve your performance. How much and how often you should do…
Marathon training tips from an Olympic Trails Qualifier – Crystal Bacon
Crystal Bacon is a high-level distance runner and a collegiate distance coach who has a ton of experience racing and coaching. In recent years Crystal has had one big goal in mind – to qualify for the Olympic Trials in the marathon. She has had success at many race distance, but the marathon proved to…
Why Balance is Killing Your Race Results
Why it’s okay to be extreme I like “lots”. I eat lots, I run lots, I drink (regrettably) lots. This is why I don’t pick up hobbies. I’ll inevitably dedicate too much time to whatever it is. I will practice, compete, buy equipment, do research, and usually invest in some kind of education. Whatever I…
Off-season training
The off-season is not that exciting, but extremely important. I’m outdoors a lot. If I’m not running, I’m walking or riding my bike. I am fortunate to live in an area where I experience all four seasons. Fortunate, I guess. It’s hot and humid in the summer, bitter cold in the winter, and it rains…
The best way to train for mountain races – Ian Hosek
This week the 2019 Spartan Race Mountain Series Champion and 5th place overall finisher at the Spartan World Championships hangs out with Rich to chat about how to smash the mountains. Ian Hosek is a professional OCR athlete and endurance coach who knows how to facilitate peak performance in himself and his high-level athletes. In…
How to overcome your limiters as an athlete.
This week John and Rich sit down and chat with each to bring you best practices for your offseason training. John and Rich also answer some listener questions. In this episode, we talk about Why you need to identify your limiters and overcome them. Some tips on how to mentally push past the final miles…
