In this episode, I recap a bit of my Spartan Trifecta weekend and I also talk training tips and more! Come along with me as I trek through the crazy journey that is a Spartan Race!

1. Embrace the community around you to help you keep going. They are right there in struggle town with you and know what you're going through. Finish together.

2. No Matter how hard it is, you can tough it out. Know when to be safe about it... But you can do it!

3. The pain won't last forever. As bad as it can be, it will pass. You will refresh and rejuvenate and be able to move forward strong. Pain is temporary... Pride is forever.

Training Tips

1. Cross Train: Focus on what areas you don't usually focus on. If you run a lot, focus on adding in strength and mobility. If you are a weight lifter, add in the endurance, etc...

2. Nutrition: Hydrate is key! Bring your own hydration. Also get used to fueling with some sort of energy source like a gel or nutrition bar, etc. This will give you the energy to continue on.

3. Strength Training: This is key. Your obstacles are all strength based. So get to the gym at least 3-4 times a week and work on strength. Full body is great and DEFINITELY work with grip strength.

4. RUN: Put in the miles. Do easy runs, speed workouts, HIIT... All of it will help.

5. Train for the terrain: Figure out what sort of race your Spartan is... Flat, Trail, etc... Train on that sort of terrain (run, walk, hike) at least once per week.

Websites:

AUSTRALIA: www.spartanrace.com.au

US: www.spartanrace.com

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