MudGear-Hannibal Race Pro Rachel Watters joins Evan back on the podcast for a mid-season update.  Rachel talks Savage Points Series, Spartan Race, GoRuck Games and OCR Prize Money.  Evan shares some details from recent events including Wichita Gladiator Dash, THOR (Texahoma's Hellish Obstacle Run), Tough Mudder Infinity and Rugged Maniac OKC.

Watch Karate Combat Championship fight with S&S sponsored Josh Quayhagen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f14FtVaJHWM&t=14986s  (Fight starts 4:09:00 into the live stream)

Watch the Ultra-OCR Man Documentary here: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile

Order Evan's latest book "On Endurance" here: https://www.teamstrengthspeed.com/on-endurance

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Music by Dino Sinos

Joshua "The Preacher" Quayhagen is the current welterweight World Champion for Karate Combat.  His next fight is arguably the biggest of his career against Rafael Aghayev on June 24th in Miami at Karate Combat 40 (available for FREE on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@KarateCombat) and "Strength & Speed" is now one of his supporting sponsors for the fight! Evan and Josh talk training, lessons that can be applied to OCR, mindset of competition and how Josh's faith plays a large role in combat sports. 

Check out Josh's martial arts, gym and obstacle/ninja school here: www.petrainingcenter.com

Ultra-OCR Man Documentary link: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile

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Music by Dino Sinos

Weston Titus and his fiance Taryn Brees have an impressive list of certifications and degrees but they are about to take on one of their biggest challenges, The Death Race.  The two not only talk about the upcoming extreme endurance event but share some of their knowledge from their Masters degrees in Kinesiology and as F45 gym owners.  Plus, Weston shares some insight on his research into the effectiveness (or lack there of) of using CBD oil for sports performance and Taryn talks about where we lose strength/plateau for ultra-endurance.  Finally, Evan answers a question on the the importance of sleep deprivation training using lessons learned from the military (Ranger/Special Forces).  You don't want to miss this knowledge packed episode.

Participate in Weston's CBD study here: http://cbdstudy.org/

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Music provided by Dino Sinos

Cindy Herbert, a mother of three, was the recent winner of 5k Mythic Race in the Elite female field.  She joins Evan Perperis on the podcast to talk about he journey into the sport of OCR, what Mythic Race was like and information about the Phoenix Pro Team.  Plus, she shares some emotional stories about how she has put a past of disordered eating behind her. 

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Combat veteran Kyle Butters joins Evan to talk about raising money for Infinite Hero Foundation.  In June, Kyle is planning on running 22 miles a day for two days in a row to raise awareness and money for mental health care for veterans.  You can donate, participate in person pacing him or do a shadow run anywhere in the US.  Details are available on the Infinite Hero website: www.infinitehero.org

Read On Endurance: https://www.teamstrengthspeed.com/on-endurance

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Music by Dino SInos

A legend from American Ninja Warrior Jamie "Captain NBC" Rahn joins Evan to talk about ninja training, behind the scenes of ANW, how he came up with his iconic costume and more.  Then the two jump into OCR talking about some of the most unique brands like Goliathon in New Jersey and Hazelwood OCR Massacre (3 miles, 65+ obstacles) in St. Louis Missouri.

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Music provided by Dino Sinos

Filmmaker Bobby Ross returns for part 2 of commentary on Fox/Hulu's TV show Special Forces.  Bobby and Special Forces veteran Evan Perperis talk about what is realistic, what is Hollywood and how the military sometimes accomplishes the same results with less cost. 

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Pickup a copy of Ultra-OCR Man: From Special Forces Soldier to Record Setting OCR Athlete on hard copy, digital or audiobook: https://www.teamstrengthspeed.com/ultra-ocr-man

Ryan Hart, the owner of Hart Fitness gym and the head of the OCR team Flatliners joins Evan to talk about his team.  Flatliners are a staple of the Midwest and are at every race within driving distance of Chicago.  The group Flatliners has everything from new to the sport/fresh off the couch all the way to elite athletes, motivating those with their motto, "Failure is Dead on Arrival".  Follow their Facebook page for details on their upcoming events: https://www.facebook.com/HartFitDEKAOcRx

Pickup a copy of BleggMits or one of S&S's OCR training books from www.teamstrengthspeed.com

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Music provided by Dino Sinos

Filmmaker Bobby Ross (http://bobbyross.film) joins Special Forces veteran Evan Perperis to talk about Fox / HULU's new reality show Special Forces.  The show, very similar to The Selection, takes 16 celebrities and puts them through a Special Operations type selection scenario.  Evan shares his thoughts on how closely it resembles real military training, where it differs and why they do things a certain way.  Bobby add some details as an outsider and a filmmaker on shooting a reality TV show.  The two avoid major spoilers and link the lessons to mental toughness along with OCR so you'll enjoy this episode whether you watched the show, plan on watching the show or have no interest in watching the show.

Pick up a copy of Ultra-OCR Man book/audio book: https://amzn.to/2QuqJpV

Music provided by Dino Sinos

Army helicopter pilot and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) black belt Jon Jordan joins Evan for the latest Strength & Speed podcasts.  The two talk about training for BJJ, crossover points with OCR, how the structure of BJJ is like OCR with multiple brands/styles that don't always overlap with competitors, the benefits/drawbacks of having your sport in the Olympics and more.  As a BJJ competitor and an occasional run at OCR events, Jon brings some great insight to the conversation.

Interested in supporting veterans and BJJ?  Check out We Defy Foundation. They offer a jiu jitsu scholarship for veterans who want to try it out. They pay for up to one year in tuition and give you a free uniform(Gi). More info at www.wedefyfoundation.org  

Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordan.jon.522