“Right now, in my mind, this is nothing but grip strength and focus.” -Joe Teti Grip strength is often overlooked by many when it comes to obstacle course racing, but this key element of fitness should never be underestimated. Your ability to grip and hold on during a race can make or break your performance … Read more
It was Marine Corps boot camp. Summer of 2002. Well before I even knew about obstacle course racing. The sun was blazing hot in MCRD San Diego and a twenty foot rope hung in front of me. I hadn’t climbed a rope prior to that so I made sure to pay close attention to the … Read more
“Spartans! What is your profession?” “Aroo! Aroo! Aroo!” It was at that moment that I realized I was meant to be at my Spartan race. Or maybe I was just engorged with adrenaline… Either way, I was motivated and happier than you could imagine! Then, when I finished the first of many Spartan races to … Read more