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Mavericks Mud Run Giveaway
July 23, 2013 By 1 Comment
We were lucky enough to interview Darrel Courtney, the race planner for the Mavericks Mud Run. The interview will be up very soon.
But in the meantime I wanted to share some great news! Darrel was kind enough to offer up some free race entries for this event. And since it is happening this weekend, we wanted to get the word out! [Read more…]
Episode 16 – Lookie-Loo at Lozilu
March 19, 2013 By 1 Comment
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In this episode Laurie interviews Britni Welsh from Lozilu – an obstacle race just for Women. [Read more…]
Episode 13 – Hard Core with Hard Charge
February 18, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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In this episode Laurie talks to Lindsay Babb from Hard Charge and talks about this unique race. We also have an awesome contest where you can win a free registration for any Hard Charge Event in 2013! We also have our Video of the Week. [Read more…]
How to Prepare for an Obstacle Race
February 10, 2013 By Leave a Comment
I found this article and thought it was worthy to report here. This was originally posted on Livestrong and written by Pete Williams. This nicely recaps everything we have been saying on our show. You can find the full article here.
In the world of endurance sports, 2012 was the year of the obstacle race, with more than 2 million people competing in some sort of muddy challenge run.
Last year nearly 500,000 people completed a Tough Mudder, the 12-mile slog through strength challenges and Fear Factor-style obstacles, and just as many went through the shorter (5K) Warrior Dash. More than 350,000 competed in one of three versions of Spartan Race, ranging from 3 to 15 miles and requiring athletes to perform 30-burpee penalties each time they fail an obstacle, as well as navigate a gauntlet of mallet-wielding Spartan warriors to reach the finish line.
Malibu Spartan Sprint Review
January 18, 2013 By 1 Comment
The last of the Spartan Sprint races in Southern California for 2012 were held in the Santa Monica Mountains at Calamigos Ranch December 1st and 2nd. The Spartan Sprint is the shortest of the Spartan Races, which does not always mean the easiest of races. This race would prove to be one of those cases. [Read more…]
5 by 5th Virtual Run Series – January Check In
January 2, 2013 By 2 Comments
As 2013 rolls around many of us start to think about what goals or resolutions we should set for the new year. As I mentioned before I decided to take part in the 5 by 5th Virtual Run Series. This was set up to help people get moving and move towards a more active lifestyle.
As I woke up on New Year’s Day I knew I wanted to log my miles on this first day of the new year. Daniel and I decided to go out to Placerita Canyon, which is a short distance from our house and an area full of great trails. The trail we chose to do was a 4 mile out and back trail with a couple inclines along the way.
I brought my camera along because I love all the beauty that can be seen while hiking in the canyon. This area in particular dramatically changes with the seasons and becomes very green with just a little rain.
Oak groves line the paths at Placerita Canyon.
Special Bonus – Hunger Runs Interview
January 1, 2013 By 2 Comments
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In this special episode Laurie interviews Christine from the The Hunger Runs which is taking place Saturday, January 12, 2013 at Rowher Flats in the Angeles National Forest near Santa Clarita, CA.
5 by 5th Virtual Run Series
December 24, 2012 By 3 Comments
I never would have thought having a doctor telling me not to run for 12 weeks would be heartbreaking. This is definitely something new for me. A few years ago, if my doctor would have told me to stop exercising I would have considered that doctor’s strict orders to lay on the couch and put myself quickly into a junk food coma. Wow, how things have changed.
I now find myself perched on top of a slippery slope that I don’t want to fall down from. I am very aware of how my body is reacting to this less active lifestyle I have been forced to accept (for the time being). I have had to temporarily give up my long trail runs, weight lifting and boot camp. This time of year it is especially hard. Even more so since I have just perfected the most sinfully delicious chocolate chip cookie recipe that would rival anyone on Food Network or the Cooking Channel. [Read more…]
Episode 6 – Zombies and Monsters and Mud, Oh My!
November 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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There were plenty of monster themed obstacles races this past month and we talk about two that we did: Run For Your Lives and The Monster Mash Obstacle Race. We also interview Steve Carlisle who is taking fundraising and obstacle racing to a whole new level.
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