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01/31/2012
33,000 Participate in Leading Obstacle Races in January

Roughly 33,000 participants took on leading obstacle races in January such as the Tough Mudder, Warrior Dash, Spartan Race, and others. (more…)

01/29/2012
My 2012 Goal Post
Filed under: Coach's Log, Goal Setting

I don’t make a habit of making resolutions each January, much less sharing them, but this year I’m going to try something different. This isn’t going to be a training post, so you may not be interested in reading on. (more…)

01/22/2012
11 Rules to Fuel Your Run

You can train hard and smart for an event like an obstacle race or traditional run, but there’s more to prepping for game day than your daily workouts.

Fueling properly for your mud run or road race is critical in order to be in peak form! The right nutrition will also ensure that you have the energy for your tougher workouts down the stretch.

So how do you have a healthy diet or eating plan for your next Tough Mudder or half-marathon?

Here are 11 rules of thumb to keep in mind.
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01/16/2012
Nearly 10,000 expected for Tough Mudder-Arizona; Orlando hosts Metro Dash

The Tough Mudder hit Arizona this past weekend, with up to 10,000 expected in attendance.
Orlando hosted the first Metro Dash for 2012. Click here for race results. Approximately 150-200 participated in the event.

The Tundra Challenge also held its inaugural event in Wisconsin. (more…)

01/12/2012
Your Next Obstacle Race Training Calendar

Over the next couple months, more than 15 U.S. obstacle course races (OCRs) are planned by leading and local organizers.

If you’re in the warmer South or West coast states, you may be training for Super Spartan, Tough Mudder, or Warrior Dash. In a colder region? You may be part of the few prepping for winter-oriented obstacle races like the Snow Dash or Tundra Challenge. (more…)

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