Welcome to another episode of the OCR Underground Show. This podcast is designed to help you train for your next OCR or hybrid race without destroying your body in the process. After taking the summer off, I am back with some more great tips for you.
I finally got back into racing and did the Spartan Sprint in Temecula (Pala) last month. Now I am getting ready for the DEKA Strong and Mile coming this weekend at my studio.
In this episode I share one of the most underutilized ergogenic aids for endurance performance. This is heat acclimation training. I will talk about what it is, how it can help you, and some research on this powerful tool.
Since this was my first race I have done in a while, I thought it would be a good topic to discuss how to pick up your training again after time off. You might have had an injury or just backed away from training for a while. If you want to find the most efficient way to get back into OCR shape check out this episode.
Sponsors & Links Mentioned In The Show:
DEKA STRONG 9/14: https://tickets-usdk.spartan.com/event/DS1237
DEKA MILE 9/15: https://tickets-usdk.spartan.com/event/DM612
Research on Heat Acclimation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6422510/
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Welcome to another episode of the OCR Underground Show. Each episode is packed with training and nutrition tips to help you train for your next obstacle course race without destroying your body in the process.
I am super excited to announce the release of my latest project. This one has been in the works for over a year and I am finally ready to share it. On top of being a coach and business owner, I have been a fitness educator for a long time. It is something that I have really enjoyed. I love learning and keeping up with my education and I love helping others get better at their craft.
Over the years of working with OCR clients, I have learned much to see what it takes to make improvements. I have had successes and mistakes. But each time I learned and developed a better and better system to helping my clients.
There are not many programs out there that really go in depth on the science and application of training for OCR. My goal was to put together a certification course for other coaches looking to sharpen their craft and better help their clients in the sport of OCR. Whether they are training for their first one or trying to podium, there are specific things to work on, to help with your success.
Whether you are a coach or not, this episode takes you though what it takes to create a successful OCR training program. If you are looking to improve your own program, or the programs of clients you are working with, check this out.
This new course is 7 modules packed with applicable information to help you take your clients results to the next level. These modules include:
No other program goes into this much depth in these topics specifically for OCR. There are over 13 hours of video lecture plus a 127 page manual.
If you are ready to step up your coaching or learn more to help with your own training click on the link below. I am lo0king for 10 beta testers to complete the program and be the first Certified OCR Specialists. As an added bonus you will receive $100 off when you use code COCRS100.
https://ocr-underground.newzenler.com/courses/certified-ocr-specialist
Enjoy the episode!
Links Mentioned In The Show:
The Body Pod Scale: https://myhumehealth.com/products/the-body-pod?bg_ref=OmkL9jt7FG Use Code OCRUNDERGROUND to save 15%
The Ice Pod Pro: https://snwbl.io/pod-company/MIKE17290 Save $10 with this link
The Certified OCR Specialist: https://ocr-underground.newzenler.com/courses/certified-ocr-specialist Save $100 with Code COCRS100
Welcome to the OCR Underground Show.
Your best resource for all things to help you train better for your next obstacle course race. Each episode I cover training strategies plus chat with other experts to get other insight into smarter ocr training.
In this episode I share more information about my latest project the Certified OCR Specialist certification coming out soon. To get on the waitlist for early access click here: https://ocr-underground.newzenler.com/f/certified-ocr-specialist-waitlist
I also dive into some keys areas of mental training. While this seems like a secondary part of training, there is no denying how much impact the mental game has on performance. In this podcast I review the 3 areas that most will need improvements in mental training and specific strategies on improving them.
In my research review, I look at the debated topic of protein intake. Specifically we look at research on the upper limit of protein consumption. Is it true that you cannot absorb more than 30g of protein in one feeding? We look at new research that provided 100g of protein and see some interesting results. I also look at some factors for protein consumption as we age.
And finally, in my interview segment, I have on coaches Joel and Luke Hayes from Trio Fitness Training. Brothers Joel and Luke Hayes are personal trainers specializing in coaching athletes in Obstacle Course Racing, Hybrid Competitions, and Tactical Competitions with their company Trio Fitness Training. They've been racing in OCR competitively since 2017, and since the more recent growth of Hybrid events, they've competed in dozens of events, and coached athletes to the Deka World Championships as well as other hybrid competitions. Their specialty is tailoring training specifically to individual athletes so that the athlete is put in the best possible position to progress and succeed.
They discuss some of their philosophies with training for both OCR and hybrid events. Also, they explain a really cool project they have been working on called the OCR's Greatest. This is an incredible program to bring about awareness for more local OCR events. Listen in on how you can help out local OCR races and win prizes.
Links mentioned in today's episode:
Dara Scale by Fit Track: http://getfittrack.com/ Use code OCRUNDERGROUND
The Ice Pod Pro: podcompany.com
Amino Company: www.aminoco.com/OCR Use Code OCR
Research on Upper Limit Protein Intake: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666379123005402
Research on Protein in Older Adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30722014/
Trio Fitness Training: https://www.triofitnesstraining.com/
OCR's Greatest: https://www.triofitnesstraining.com/ocrsgreatest
Welcome to the OCR Underground Show. Your best resource for all things OCR and Hybrid training. Each week I dive into different topics to help you train smarter for your next OCR.
The New Year is here and what better way to start than some insight on how to set goals and a few specific things you can work on this year. Don't get caught assuming this year will be better than last. It is up to you to make that happen. This episode is jam packed with tips to help you do just that.
To start I am announcing the upcoming release of my revamped Spartan Ultra Beast Training Program. This is my most downloaded program of the past few years. I revamped the workouts and added a few things to help you train for your next Ultra. While I am putting the finishing touches on the program I am running a presale promotion. Right now if you are one of the first 20 people to sign up, you get $50 off the program PLUS a free race code for your next Ultra in 2024. You just have to register by 1/31. To get access to this 4 month training plan and have all of your running, strength, and tactical workouts laid out for you click the link below. Plus get access to some cool bonuses like mental training strategies and a race day nutrition guide.
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This episode is a New Year special. I discuss the 3 steps you should take when setting your yearly goals, how you can set a baseline to determine your current level and discover any bottlenecks in your programming, plus how to plan out your yearly training to set yourself up for success.
All this and more in today's episode. Enjoy!
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Links Mentioned In The Show:
Fat Loss Blueprint Webinar: http://sandiegopremiertraining.com/webinar
Deka Strong at SDPT 3/3/24: https://tickets-usdk.spartan.com/event/DS948
Ultra Beast Training Program: https://ocr-underground.newzenler.com/courses/ultra-beast-training-program
Find an FMS Pro near you: http://www.functionalmovement.com
Broad Jump Testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb9t8j9ylPs
Seated MB Throw Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXO1eYu4kr8&pp=ygUfc2VhdGVkIG1lZGljaW5lIGJhbGwgdGhyb3cgdGVzdA%3D%3D