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Alan and Michelle Carney break down the revamped Endurance League scoring system, from bonus points at World's Toughest Mudder to new age group categories and strategic race picks. 🎯 Hear how Chris Garcia's epic efforts and Grant Thompson's WTM grind illustrate the new point structure. 📅 Get the scoop on the 2026 race calendar — six events, three score, and head-to-head tiebreakers. 💡 Alan shares insights on where best to pick up points - and you might be surprised Whether you're chasing podiums or just love the mud, this episode is packed with insight, strategy, and heart.

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This week Alan & Ian go full outdoorsy: bees, birds, barn owls, and even a toad‑watching night out. Ian also takes us on a mini‑tour of Liverpool, from the Cavern Club to a top BBQ spot, The Smokin' Door.

We break down:

• 🏃‍♂️ Endurance League and Wild forst Results
• 🏛️ British Obstacle Sports updates — EGM outcomes, new team leadership, and the hunt for a new membership platform
• 🌍 World Obstacle dissolution vote & what UIPM's takeover means
• 🤝 OCRWC x Spartan partnership drama
• 🤝 HYROX rule inconsistencies
• 🏆 Race round‑up — Barclays Tunnel 200‑miler, US Half‑Marathon chaos, LA Marathon off‑course madness
• 🥇 Medal debate — Should marathons give medals at 18 miles?

It's a packed one: governance shake‑ups, race controversies, and plenty of laughs along the way.

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Each episode, host Wil Chung teams up with elite athletes Becky Neal and Finley Greenleaf to break down the toughest races in OCR. From brutal obstacles to terrain tactics, they dive into what it really takes to conquer the course—and who's out there making waves. Whether you're chasing podiums or just chasing grit, this is your inside line to the athletes and strategies that matter.

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From the effects of drink to CrossFit chaos, this week's Swift Half is stacked: - 🍻 Brewdog's £33M sale to a cannabis firm sparks hundreds of job losses & 30+ bar closures. Ian's equity? Gone. - 🏃‍♂️ OCR updates: Nuts this weekend, Born Survivor price freeze, Total Warrior Ultra sold out! - 💼 Alan's new job — with a parking space! Monetization ideas incoming… - 🧠 World Obstacle vote: March 9 deadline. Alan flipped his vote. Ian's all-in for dissolution. - 🏋️‍♀️ Xenom: The "Decathlon of Fitness" hits London in August. Wall walks, snatches, rowing — 2,000 athlete cap. - 🏢 Corporate Decca Ignite: 4-person team event. Manchester offices, get your gym squads ready! - 👟 Lidl's £50 carbon-plated runners vs Alan's Trail Talons. Plus: Kit Brick's football-themed deal. - 🏞️ Free Ultra in burton this Saturday — 4.2 miles every hour for 7 hours. Who's in?

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Alan Is joined by James and Becky as they dive into the big question facing British Obstacle Sports: should World Obstacle be dissolved?

James and Becky broke down why the board backs the move — unified global governance, stronger funding pathways, and a clearer professional future for the sport.

They tackled the big worries head‑on too, from autonomy and debt to how OCR would sit within UIPM, stressing that the sport's identity and culture stay firmly intact. Alan added his own perspective.

The conversation also explored where British Obstacle Sports currently stands in its recognition journey and what collaboration with Pentathlon GB could look like.

The episode wraps with how members can get involved: upcoming Q&A sessions, what to expect at the EGM, and how to cast their vote on one of the most important decisions in the sport's history.

More details can be found here British Obstacle Sports EGM 2026

and the resolution letter from BOS board can be found here Resolution 2 Board Statement to BOS Members

In this special 5-year anniversary episode of the Swift Half podcast, Ian and Alan celebrated their milestone by reflecting on OCR's evolution over the past five years and discussing the future of both the sport and their show. They shared personal insights about OCR's current state, including concerns about market saturation and entry-level race opportunities, while also exploring new developments in fitness racing and sponsorship partnerships. The hosts engaged in an "Ask Alan Anything" segment where they answered listener questions about their podcast history, favorite guests, and future plans. They concluded by discussing the podcast's future direction, with both agreeing to continue evolving the show while maintaining their core format, though they acknowledged a need to adapt with thw changing times

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Adult language warning - this episode contains adult language, please bear this in mind when listening

This week's Patreon chat is all about race‑season plans, volunteering wins, making OCR more inclusive and racing abroad

Wendy and Bea share their goals for 2025—Wendy returning to racing after a year of volunteering, and Bea dedicating her season to giving back after smashing Limitless. We dive into junior race support, accessible setups at TMHQ, and standout volunteer perks like the 13 Valleys Ultra package.

We look ahead to the 3K Series, British Champs, Tartan Warrior, and a packed awards weekend, plus the brilliant idea of Nuclear's volunteer dry robes. Alan also breaks down the new adaptive‑friendly scoring for Limitless, with Bea cheering the changes.

The episode wraps with Alan chatting to Wil Chung about racing overseas—travel tips, race‑day hacks, and how to make international OCR trips actually enjoyable.

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This week on Swift Half, Ian and Alan cover a huge mix of life, laughs, and OCR madness—plus a few spicy opinions along the way.

💙 Valentine's Day Tales From impromptu run‑walk dates and Morrisons meals to tapas triumphs (and rubbery calamari), the lads compare their Valentine's Day experiences and the rise of themed restaurant menus.

🏙️ Leeds Adventures & Rugby Rumbles They dive into the quirks of Leeds city centre, questionable customer service, and Oldham Rugby's ongoing fan‑relations drama. Alan shares his wisdom‑tooth recovery saga, while Ian tests out Fanta Zero.

🏃 Parkrun Goes Viral Valentine's Park in London smashes attendance records with 2,333 runners. Influencers? Podcasters? Holiday hype? Theories fly—and themed runs like Easter Bunny or Halloween Park Run get floated.

❄️ Winter Olympics & New OCR Events Curling debates, clever speed‑skating tactics, and a fresh OCR event on the horizon: the Alzheimer's Society Seaside Scramble. Details are still emerging, but excitement is building.

🌨️ Winter Notes Prep With brutal weather expected, the duo look ahead to the Endurance League's Winter Notes race and reflect on the recent chaos at the Barclays Marathon in the US.

🔥 Team News & Tunnel Madness Nuclear Phoenix is no more, rising from the ashes is a new tem with potential roster boosts incoming. Plus, the mind‑bending Tunnel Race in Bath—200 laps through a mile‑long tunnel over two days—is officially on the calendar for March 2026.

🏋️ OCR & Running Round‑Up HIROX Vegas, Deadly Dozen youth events, UK OCR chatter, and the pros/cons of massive run clubs. Alan also gives a shout‑out to SportsShoes.com for standout customer service.

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This week we're joined by Tough Mudder HQ heavyweights Matt Brookes and Karen Trickey for a deep dive into everything shaking up the OCR world. From World's Toughest Mudder 2026 to the evolving relationship with Spartan, nothing is off the table.

Matt and Karen pull back the curtain on some of the new course features coming to WTM—yes, including the much‑whispered Morning Glory—and share early insights into how the event is evolving for 2026. We also rewind to the standout moments of 2025, celebrating the athletes, obstacles, and stories that defined the season.

But that's not all. We explore the brand‑new Hex Medal Collection, the launch of the Tough Mudder Trifecta, and the gear choices that are winning over the community—right down to Alan and Matts love of shoes

It's an episode packed with transparency, nostalgia, and a look ahead at what's next for the world's muddiest family.

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Alan powers through a toothache, shows off his DIY core board, and somehow ends up debating northern accents, oat‑milk lawsuits, and why he's currently fuelled by cow's milk instead of beer.

Ian brings the chaos with fitness trends gone wrong (yes, someone runs a 6‑minute mile just to justify fast food), questionable race branding like "Hyathlon," and the latest hybrid racing gossip.

They dive into: • The dog‑friendly OCR • AI vending machines behaving badly • Spartan's halftime challenge • DEKA's big marketing opportunity • OCR series updates & adaptive athlete wins • Judges get pay at Deadly Dozen • Six Nations predictions and England's chances

It's fast, funny, and full of the usual Swift Half tangents — from dodgy Amazon deliveries to sea‑creature TV shows.

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