Think of a grueling OCR and you are likely to conjure up images of steep mountain climbs, technical single track trails, and plenty of mud. And it is true: though there are exceptions, the majority of obstacle course races (OCR) take place in the great outdoors. Therefore, it only makes sense that many obstacle racing athletes prefer to train outdoors. That said, factors such as weather, Continue reading →
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It’s Fine. I’m Fine. Everything is Fine.
Shipwreck log, day 8: The hardest part of an injury, for an athlete, is not the initial shock of the injury. Sure, you're upset. True, everything you were training for is simultaneously flashing before your eyes and slipping out of reach. Oh yeah, and let's not forget to … [Read More...]
The Benefits of Having a Crew When Running an Ultra
Running an ultramarathon? Wondering if you really need to bring along a crew, or if you can go it alone? Indeed, there are a number of benefits of having a crew when running an ultra, and it goes beyond simply having someone to help you tie your shoes when you can no longer bend over to … [Read More...]
Run Far/Lift Heavy: How to Balance Ultramarathon & Strength Training
As a coach, one of the soap boxes I often stand upon and shout from is about the importance of strength training for runners. I truly believe that resistance training -whether body weight or with strength training equipment - is absolutely vital for injury prevention and success for all … [Read More...]