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What is Training The Dark Side? May 16, 2021

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Yes, I have been interviewed on the topic of Training The Dark Side before. However, this explanation, in my opinion is the most comprehensive view and rationale for why this training is so effective. Blue Benadum is an elite Marathon runner. He has embraced the concepts of Flow training and in fact, he has decided…

How to get to the Boston Marathon May 02, 2021

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The Boston Marathon is arguably the most prestigious running event in the United States and possibly the world. Qualifying for Boston is no easy task. I have a conversation with a friend Blue Benadum a highly successful runner who has run Boston 6 times and set a personal best of 2:23 at this event. He…

Interview with Nicole Mericle OCR Pro Mar 05, 2021

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I wanted to have a candid conversation with Nicole Mericle, not so much about her recent win at The Jacksonville Spartan Race which was spectacular by the way. My interest is in her new formation of The Dream Team and The OCR Women’s Development Team. This is a first in the sport and I for…

Introducing Hildervat – the new OCR series Feb 22, 2021

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As we all hope, we’re rounding the turn on this insidious pandemic and the summer to fall seasons busting at the seams with races clamoring to occupy what few weekends left for the 2021 season. Through all of this turmoil, it appears that another event producer is emerging on the obstacle course racing scene. HILDERVAT…

Training The Dark Side Review, Does it Work? Jan 27, 2021

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Training the Dark Side – Does it really work? A revolutionary approach to training that has shown to be highly effective for a variety of athletic pursuits. Richard Diaz, author and host of this podcast, decided to reach our to Larry Caldwell an enthusiastic Spartan Race competitor who has taken on the project to see…

Adrian Bijanda – OCR World Championships Dec 20, 2020

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OCW World Championships in 2021, is it going to happen? Who better to share these goings on then the founder of OCRW himself, Adrian Bijanda. It’s no secret that 2020 was a bust for virtually every type of mass gathering all over the world, Obstacle Course Racing was no exception. Leading into 2021 with hope…

Why Every Athletes Need CBD Dec 17, 2020

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Everywhere you turn these days you’ll find CBD for sale the acronym for “cannabidiol”. CBD is the active ingredient derived from a cannabis plant, yes, Marijuana . Over the past half decade, marijuana dispensaries have cropped up all over the country. The medicinal benefits prove to reduce stress, improve sleep, reduce inflammation and pain associated…

Are Trails better than Road for Runners? Oct 27, 2020

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There is much controversy that surrounds the choice of running shoes and how they may or may not protect you from injury. Some say they won’t run on pavement because it hurts their knees or gives them shin splints. In this interview, I speak with Dr Emily Splichal a world renowned board certified Podiatrist and…

Lauren Fisher and Jenn Ryan visit The Secret Lab Sep 14, 2020

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Two of the Fittest Women in the World Some may argue, that the fittest athletes on the planet are CrossFit athletes. I am not going to argue for or against the prospect. What I will defend is that Lauren Fisher and Jen Ryann have shown the world on many occasion that they belong on the…

Virtual Racing with OCR Stars Sep 11, 2020

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Things suck these days if you yearn to compete. The Corona Virus has everyone around the world in lock down mode. Finding an outlet for your competitive drive has been a challenge onto itself this entire year. With so many race companies struggling to stay afloat, not many have given a care for the athletes,…

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