Want to try an obstacle race or mud run, but have no idea where to start. Margaret schlacters new book is a musthave for you. That day magida realigned his focus from training for road running and triathlon races to training for ocr. Survive your first spartan race mud run, ocr, obstacle. When hes not honing his body on the course or in training, hes sharpening his mind on two wheels. Nov 16, 2018 this post will be the first of a many part series covering the theoretical approach to spartan race obstacles and how to practically apply those principles into your training. He regularly provides expert commentary on obstacle race training for mens fitness. Brett stewart, author of ultimate obstacle race training margaret was with us at our first spartan race. The beauty of obstacle course racing is that it gets you out. Mud run guide has compiled a list of all the books training or otherwise currently available about ocr, obstacle course racing, and mud runs.
Spartan australia obstacle course races find a race. As the founder and ceo of spartan race, he has a solution for every common excuse you can think of. Tough mudder training spartan race training spartan sprint spartan workout obstacle course training backyard obstacle course obstacle course races spartan race obstacles sports were joined by doug from dirty dozen races, to show us a few great techniques for climbing over a vertical wooden wall. Spartan up a takenoprisoners guide to overcoming obstacles and achieving peak performance in life. Spartan in a bucket training kit beast edition mens. Essentials of obstacle race training, the human kinetics. Couch to sprint training plan week day 1 day 2 day 3 day 4 day 5 day 6 day 7 1 10 min brisk walk 1 min jog 3 min walk repeat all 5 times finish with mobility 1 exercises dynamic warmup.
Dont do your first spartan race without watching this video. It is something that we have never encountered, and hope to never encounter again. The book covers race preparation, training, offseason training, rest, recovery, nutrition, supplementation, techniques for maintaining motivation, and yearly scheduling. Shop the latest spartan apparel and gear for canada, mexico, south america, europe, middle east, asia, and australia. Theres nothing more satisfying than successfully crossing the monkey bars as easily as your 8year old self did. Anybody has the potential to train for, and participate in, a spartan race but building a solid foundation is key. Jan 01, 2020 spartan race training components 1 endurance training. Dec 18, 2016 before you sign up for your first spartan race, stop and watch this video. The ultimate 2month obstacle course race training plan. Our spartan coaches cater to all levels of fitness, so there are no excuses for excuses. Over the next two years, magida ranked in the top 10 nationally in the spartan race points series finishing ninth in 2012 and fifth in 20 as well as other race ranking systems. Survive your first spartan race mud run, ocr, obstacle course. Beginners guide to surviving a spartan race sprint trip fitness.
Before practicing the exercises in this book, be sure that your equipment is well maintained, and do not take risks beyond your level of experience, aptitude. We believe that you cant have a strong body without a strong mind, that you cant grow without pressure, that obstacles help shift our frame of reference and make us more resilient. This free complete training plan can take you from the couch to spartan glory in just 6 weeks. Proven training routines that gives you the strength and endurance for completing any spartan race. Spartan race training at its core is designed for competing in spartan races. Luckily for you margaret schlachter, founder of the website dirt in your skirt, has just come out with a book, obstacle race training. Whether youre training for a spartan race or simply want to work on your strength, endurance, and athleticism, the daily burn spartan training program is for you. Competitions like tough mudder and the spartan race demand both endurance and strength. The region trainers training courses contact accomodation charity partners book a course or training plan.
It is a beginners guide to participating in obstacle races. From the practical aspects of training, through finding balance in your life, this book is a mustread for the seasoned and newbie alike. The book answers all your questions about types of races, how to train, what to do on race day, and any other questions you may have about these sorts of events. This sixsession program from daily burn is based on spartan sgx training and is designed to help athletes at any level conquer the obstacles of a spartan race. The editors and publishers advise readers to take full responsibility for their safety and know their limits.
Joe desena, founder of spartan race in obstacle race training, margaret gives us everything we need to know about ocr, plus the inspiration to get started and keep going. The difference between randomized workouts and actual training for an event like a spartan race is focusing on a strategic mental and physical outcome that will be put to the test. Do not sell my personal information self may earn a portion of sales from. Training will be structured in an advanced way to challenge all spartan race athletes who have completed a minimum of one spartan race. Apr 28, 20 here is my team for the indiana spartan race.
Much needed reality check of what it takes to complete a spartan race and exciting to know exactly what needs to be done to conquer what would have seemed impossible months ago. If youre wondering how to start preparing or training for a spartan race, this is a great place to begin. If you are like me, then these may be some of the feelings and concerns that come to mind. Nov 14, 2017 if youre wondering how to start preparing or training for a spartan race, this is a great place to begin. Best books to read when youre in quarantine spartan race. Spartan has you covered with these five athleteapproved book choices. Its a combination that also requires a very different approach to training and preparation, and thats what this book provides. Obstacle race training online ce course human kinetics. Please comment if you give this spartan workout a shot. The race was great and i want to do one again, but this book spells out how to train, how to be realistic, and how to enjoy the whole process, which could have supplemented what i read beforehand and filled in the holes of how i trained. Check out our wide selection of spartan inspired designs and new styles from great brands like reebok, tomtom, spartan.
The essentials of obstacle race training is the perfect title for this book. Oct 02, 2015 with obstacle racing season heating up, and the oneyear anniversary of his book, spartan up. Ultimate obstacle race training book race training, spartan. Spartan race is the global leader in obstacle course races, with the right challenge for anyone from firsttime racers to elite athletes. This book has inspired me to complete the spartan race trifecta. This book provides you with some basic nutrition and workouts in order to prepare you for your first spartan race. Born in the gritty mountains of vermont, spartan is blazing the trails in the fastest growing participant sport in the world.
One aspect of spartan race training that i didnt even consider, but is an absolute must, was grip strength. Official rules, guidelines and penalties for spartan race. He is a founding member of the spartan race pro team and serves as the host of nbc sports spartan race. Although the race is only 34 miles, dont think youre getting off easy. Ill tell you everything you need to know about preparing for your first spartan race. The spartan workout tour is a free 90 minute bodyweight session that will challenge your mind while training and sculpting you. This workout is not for new spartan athletes just starting their journey. Better yet, after checking out the photos, workouts and inspiration in this book, my wife decided to sign up for a spartan race in montana and my. Switch it up, get out there with friends, and have fun. Magida is certified as a group fitness instructor with the american council on exercise and has spent years teaching obstacle race training classes. Do not sell my personal information self may earn a. Spartan japan obstacle course races spartan race inc. I ran my first spartan super a few months ago and sure could have used this book beforehand. Official rules, guidelines and penalties for spartan race obstacles.
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