Obstacle Dominator

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Episode #56: Listener Q&A (and much more!) with Ben Greenfield and Hunter McIntyre Apr 13, 2016

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In this episode, Hunter and Ben drink alcohol, Hunter craps his pants, and you get massive doses of epic goodness, including:

-The brand new SEALFit 20x/Obstacle Dominator course taking place this July 10 with Hunter and Ben in Spokane, WA at Ben Greenfield's house!

-The results of Hunter's recent appearance on Steve Austin's Broken Skull Challenge...

-Hunter's new TV show Boundless... -The upcoming Spartan NBC Team Challenge show...

-Whether or not the "Training Mask" really works...(and yes, we have a 20% discount code "GREEN1" if you wanna try for yourself)...

-Bone broth for obstacle racers... -How to train for obstacle racing if you have a desk job (and Kelly Starrett's new book "Deskbound")...

-And much more!

Resources from this episode: -Hunter's Facebook page/workout of the week video -Splendid Savage book about a US Scout against the Apaches... -Deskbound book by Kelly Starrett -Ben's YouTube demonstration of the TrainingMask mobility routine... -Ben's Pre-podcast Snapchat -Black Ant Powder -Crickets and Cricket Flour -DNAFit Analysis -The brand new SEALFit 20x/Obstacle Dominator course

Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...

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Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Episode 55: Eating Disorders In Obstacle Racers, Hunter McIntyre's Broken Skull Challenge & More! Mar 08, 2016

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In this episode, Rose Wetzel and Ben Greenfield interview author and physical therapist Theresa Larson. Theresa has been a semiprofessional softball player, an award-winning fitness competition contestant, and a lieutenant in the Marines, where she led an entire platoon while deployed in Iraq. She is now a doctor of physical therapy and the founder of Movement Rx, offering support to wounded warriors and individuals with movement issues. Theresa travels all over the world as a speaker for the CrossFit Movement and Mobility course and is a consultant for the world-renowned Mobility|WOD. She is a Lululemon ambassador and works with Team Red White & Blue, LinderKids, the Resilience Project, the National Eating Disorders Association, and other nonprofits.

During this episode, you'll discover:

-The results of Hunter's recent appearance on Steve Austin's Broken Skull Challenge... -Rose's recent Panasonic commercial...

-Theresa's scary and amazing story of her experience with bulimia...

-Rose's personal experience, feedback and research on eating disorders...

-How Theresa uses mindfulness-based meditation...

-How Ben uses deep nasal breathing and kundalini yoga...

-How long you should hold stretches...

-And much more!

Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator55.mp3"]

Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Episode 54: An Interview With Ryan Woods - Mountain Running & Obstacle Course Racing Feb 15, 2016

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In this episode, Hunter McIntyre interviews road racer and mountain running champion, Ryan Woods. Woods resides in North Carolina where he runs his chiropractic clinic, Marathon Chiropractic. He has represented the USA on the mountain running team for multiple years, while also focusing on a competitive road running career. In recent years, Ryan Woods has began competing in Obstacle Course Races. In this episode you will discover:

-What it takes to grow from a runner to an OCR athlete...

-How to overcome your fear for obstacle courses...

-How consistency pays off...

-How to deal with injuries and the importance of warming up...

-What are some of the essential core strengthening exercises that will prepare you for obstacle racing...

-And much more!

Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator54.mp3"]

Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Episode 53: Agoge Synopsis with Director of Spartan Endurance, Anthony Matesi, and Spartan Elite & CrossFit Coach, Dylan Davis Feb 10, 2016

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In this episode, Hunter McIntyre interviews Tony "La Tigre" Matesi, and Spartan Dylan to discuss the Spartan Agoge.

In this episode you will discover:

-How to prepare your mind for events like the Spartan Agoge...

-How to prepare your body for endurance, cold and fatigue...

-What to expect during the Agoge...

-How reading about Shackleton will help you get a foot up on the game!...

-And much more!

Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator53.mp3"]

Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Episode 52: SpartanX Special Episode - What Is Your Eulogy? Feb 04, 2016

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In this episode, Ben Greenfield introduces you to SpartanX and asks you a very important question: what is your eulogy? Imagine you have lived a long, full life and died of old age in the future. Write your own eulogy that will be shared with friends and family at your funeral. Imagine you are on your deathbed today. Think about how others would remember you if today were your last day on Earth. Imagine your 80th Birthday party. Who is there celebrating with you? What kinds of stories are being told about you? What are you the most proud of at this momentous occasion?

Your turn. Leave your questions, comments or feedback below...

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Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Episode 51: Q&A With Physical Therapist, Kenpo Black Belt & Spartan SGX Coach Dr. Joey Cadena Jan 22, 2016

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In this episode, Hunter McIntyre interviews Dr. Joey Cadena, owner and lead physical therapist at the specialized manual orthopaedic physical therapy center, PhysioSports Therapy.

Not only is Dr. Joey Cadena one of the leading physical therapist in his field, he also holds a Kenpo black belt and is Spartan SGX Coach.

In this episode you will discover:

-How improving your balance will improve your athleticism...

-What are some of the weaknesses that all athletes can strengthen...

-How to get stronger feet and glutes...

-And much more!

Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator51.mp3"]

Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Episode 50: What Is The Spartan Delta? (Part 2) With Joe DeSena Jan 16, 2016

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In this episode, Ben Greenfield and Hunter McIntyre interview Joe DeSena about all the nitty-gritty details of the Spartan Agoge and the Spartan Delta. Did you miss Part 1 of this series? Click here to listen to Part 1 of "What Is The Spartan Delta" with Joe DiStefano.

-Why Joe is hanging out with monks in Japan...

-The difference between the Spartan Agoge and the Death Race...

-Why the World Championship course was so friggin' easy...

-Joe's involvement with the new Spartan reality TV show...

-Click here to view the Finland swimming video Ben mentions...

-Click here to learn more about Spartan's 2016 "Year Of Resilience"

-Click here for the official Spartan Delta information and sign-up page

-Click here for the official Agoge general information page/schedule

-Click here for the official February "Winter Agoge" page

-Click here for the official June "Summer Agoge" page

Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator50.mp3"]

Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Episode 49: CrossFit Games Winner James Fitzgerald On How To Plan Your Obstacle Course Training Jan 11, 2016

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In this episode, Ben Greenfield and Hunter McIntyre interview James Fitzgerald. James is the founder of OPEX (Formerly OPT) and The International Center for Fitness. When not coaching, he’s a full-time husband, father and fitness athlete. James has found a desire and passion to understanding fitness through assessment, testing, research, programming and more. He has had many years experience as an athlete from early childhood into adulthood, from playing top-level soccer, short and long distance running to CrossFit where he was crowned “The Fittest on Earth”, Winner of the 2007 CrossFit Games. James is a top notch coach with a ton of knowledge applicable to obstacle racing athletes, and in this episode you'll discover:

-When a child can and should begin weight training, and when weight training might stunt their growth...

-How to create your own obstacle course training program based on the specific requirements of your race...

-What kind of measurements James recommends you do on your own body to track your fitness...

-James's top recovery methods, including how he uses deep tissue work and cryotherapy...

-And much more!

Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator49.mp3"]

Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Episode 48: What Is The Spartan Delta (and much more) With Spartan's Joe DiStefano Dec 31, 2015

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In this episode, Ben Greenfield and Hunter McIntyre interview Joe DiStefano, co-founder of Spartan Coaching, the world's first international obstacle race training certification program, and after you discover our big three goals for the 2016 New Year, we ask...

-What is Spartan Delta and a Spartan Agoge (click here to learn more)...

-How to become an obstacle course specialist...

-How to get a SpartanX and a SpartanSGX certification (click here and use discount code BEN10)...

-And much more! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator48.mp3"]

Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Episode 47: An Interview With "Solo" - Obstacle Racer & Adrenaline Junkie. Nov 09, 2015

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In this episode, Ben Greenfield interviews Ekaterina Solovieva, obstacle racer, adrenaline junkie, and author of the popular obstacle racing blog "Solo".

-Why Solo started blogging and why...

-Why Solo thinks OCR is kind of like UFC...

-Whether Solo thinks OCR will go to the Olympics one day...

-Solo's take on the recent trend of certain OCR events to go "underground"...

-The book every obstacle course race should read...

-The hardest obstacle race Solo has ever done...

-And much more!

Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator47.mp3"]

Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

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