Best Obstacle Racing Media Podcasts (2024)

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Frontline OCR/Rocky Mountain Games 1:25:13

2h ago1:25:13

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The Frontline OCR was this past weekend in Byron, Illinois and we were there. We talked with the founder Ed Leon, and several participants. Matt B. Davis also talks about his personal experience during and after the race. We also have a hybrid event bonus for those of you hybrid curious - A look into The Rocky Mountain Games. Use code ORM-2024 for …

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The Swift Half - Episode 171 1:12:14

8h ago1:12:14

1:12:14

Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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Pint Sized OCR episode 5 1:41:08

15h ago1:41:08

1:41:08

Dedicated to the Junior Athletes with News reviews and interviews. This Weeks Special guest - Matt Brooke from Spartan Follow libbie at Libbie Joyce (@libbie_ocr) • Instagram photos and videos Follow Finley at Finley Greenleaf (@finleyocr) • Instagram photos and videos Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy …

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The Swift Half - Episode 170 1:23:03

11h ago1:23:03

1:23:03

Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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Joe De Sena 37:35

3d ago37:35

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With a ton of our listeners being avid Spartan racers we thought it was about time we had Joe De Sena on! As the founder of Spartan and endurance junkie himself, Joe De Sena joins us to talk about how Spartan was started, how it has evolved over the years including navigating the challenges covid brought, and shares some exciting news about the fut…

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Joe De Sena: Spartan School, The Olympics, and Death 34:57

8h ago34:57

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Are you an OCR Report Member yet? For less than $5 a month you can support the sport we love. We are on the way to our first 2,000 members. Join us today! --- Joe De Sena is the President of Spartan. Joe joins Will Hicks to talk about Spartan School through 2Hr Learning. While they were talking, OCR in the Olympics came up, and they wrapped up with…

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Whos Hot - Episode 63 -Nuclear CC Review 1:02:10

10h ago1:02:10

1:02:10

Wil Chung and company looks to answer the Big Questions about the Big Races. Each show Wil Chung is joined by Elite runners Becky Neal and Chris Shipley. Join them as they discuss the obstacles, the tactics, the terrain and most importantly which athletes you should look out for. Follow Wil chung on Instagram by Clicking Here or on YouTube by Click…

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The Swift Half - Episode 169 1:07:00

9h ago1:07:00

1:07:00

Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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DEKA Norcal and Rules Update With Yancy Culp 1:03:31

20d ago1:03:31

1:03:31

Are you an OCR Report Member yet? For less than $5 a month you can support the sport we love. We are on the way to our first 2,000 members. Join us today! --- This past weekend there was controversy at the finish line of DEKA Norcal. The Director of DEKA, Yancy Culp joins us to talk about the finish line and the resulting updates to the DEKA Rule B…

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🔥Emirati Excellence on the Global Marathon Stage🔥: Abdulla AlShehhi, First Emirati Runner to complete all 6 World Major Marathons 50:58

5d ago50:58

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Guest: Abdulla AlShehhi, First Emirati Runner to complete all 6 World Major Marathons, Brand Ambassador of Under Armour Middle East, Runner for VitaminwellUAE & has completed 15 marathons Date: 09th May, Time: 15:30 GST Contact info for Abdulla AlShehhi Instagram: @abdullabinhajarAmbassador @underarmourme Runner @vitaminwelluaeSummary of the conver…

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The Swift Half - Episode 168 1:07:12

5h ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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How to conquer mountain races without access to them! 43:07

3h ago43:07

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City folks this one's for you! Coach Faye spent the majority of her Spartan Race career training for some big mountain races in the middle of Manhattan so she knows a thing or two about getting mountain fit without any access to elevation. So whether you’re heading to the mountains for the last stops at the Spartan USNS or trying to nail an epic tr…

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Who;s Hot - Episode 62 -Nuclear CC 2024 Preview 59:11

2h ago59:11

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Wil Chung and company looks to answer the Big Questions about the Big Races. Each show Wil Chung is joined by Elite runners Becky Neal and Chris Shipley. Join them as they discuss the obstacles, the tactics, the terrain and most importantly which athletes you should look out for. One of the Biggest Races of the season - The Nuclear races Challenge …

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Who's Hot - Episode 61 -Born survivor 2024 Recap 57:24

23d ago57:24

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Wil Chung and company looks to answer the Big Questions about the Big Races. Each show Wil Chung is joined by Elite runners Becky Neal and Chris Shipley. Join them as they discuss the obstacles, the tactics, the terrain and most importantly which athletes you should look out for. The 2nd Race in The UKOCR series 2024, hear from the team and some of…

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The Swift Half - Episode 167 1:01:31

14d ago1:01:31

1:01:31

Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene Alan is still on his holidat so Ian is joind by Megs from Talking Dirty OCR Podcast Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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2024 OCR Euro Champs Preview 31:56

14d ago31:56

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Enjoy today's episode with the following guests: Francesca Dambruoso, Vice President of FIOCR (Italian OCR Federation) and Race Director for the OCREC24 100 meters race. Mauro Leoni, President of FIOCR and Event Director for OCREC24. Stefano Zappa, Board Member of FIOCR, President of ESOF, and Competition Director for OCREC24. Together, we'll delve…

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Tink Mcdaniel - OCR athlete and OCR Gives back fundraiser 55:12

1M ago55:12

55:12

Tink and Alan chat OCR and discuss what OCR gives back is and how it helps the less fortunate aswell as how you can get involved Tink's fundraising page: Tink McDaniel is fundraising for Back 2 Back Ministries Inc (justgiving.com) OCR Gives Back page: OCR Gives Back – Back2Back Ministries Back2Back Ministries page: Back2Back Ministries – A Voice fo…

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The Swift Half - Episode 166 1:01:57

22d ago1:01:57

1:01:57

Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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If I knew then what I know now…. 47:13

1M ago47:13

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Grit coaching is 7 YEARS OLD this year, and we’ve learned a ton since Day 1. Sometimes coaches get a bit shy about admitting that they’ve changed their mind on something - there is a feeling that we must be all-knowing, and many coaches feel insecure saying “we’re looking at something differently now”. Not us! On this week's episode, Coach Jess sha…

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Endeavor Challenge | USAOCR Championship 1:07:59

19d ago1:07:59

1:07:59

Let's learn about the grueling and exhilarating world of the Endeavor Team Challenge with race director, Denis Dumas. Scheduled for August 24th and 25th, this unique 30+ hour competition covers over 40 miles of California’s scenic Bear Valley, pushing competitors through diverse challenges like the Crucible Road March, Competitor Field, Night Orien…

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Who's Hot - Episode 60 -Born survivor 2024 Preview 49:21

15d ago49:21

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Wil Chung and company looks to answer the Big Questions about the Big Races. Each show Wil Chung is joined by Elite runners Becky Neal and Chris Shipley. Join them as they discuss the obstacles, the tactics, the terrain and most importantly which athletes you should look out for. This Week its Born survivor preview, Follow Wil chung on Instagram by…

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The Swift Half - Episode 165 1:02:19

1M ago1:02:19

1:02:19

Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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Throwback to 53:10

1M ago53:10

53:10

Dave Peters, Mark Dickson, Michelle Carney Clips from some of our most popular Podcasts Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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VJ and Mudgear Partnership/Phillipe from BOCRA 1:18:32

1M ago1:18:32

1:18:32

First up we talk to Matt from VJ along with Alex from Mudgear to talk all about the all new SpeedRuck. Then, we dive into an exclusive interview with Phillipe Levy from the Belgian Obstacle Racing Federation (BOCRA), as he candidly shares his experiences. Despite promises of support in resources and funding, he reveals how BOCRA felt abandoned by i…

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The Swift Half - Episode 164 1:27:30

2M ago1:27:30

1:27:30

Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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Injury Prevention and Longevity in Running with Eoin Everard: Masters 3km World Champ & Physiotherapist 55:00

1M ago55:00

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This week we are joined by Eoin Everard, the current World and European Masters (Over 35) 3000m champion who also has a blazing sub-14 min 5km and sub-4 min mile under his belt. In addition to being an astonishing runner, but Eoin holds a PhD in Biomechanics and is a Physiotherapist and the founder of the BackAware Belt, a tool to help with back pa…

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Pint Sized OCR - Episode 4 - The Race Season Begins 1:00:20

1M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

Dedicated to the Junior Athletes with News reviews and interviews. This week its all about the start of the Race season, The Awards and a Guest appearance from OIliver Addy Follow libbie at Libbie Joyce (@libbie_ocr) • Instagram photos and videos Follow Finley at Finley Greenleaf (@finleyocr) • Instagram photos and videos Find out more about UKOCR …

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The Swift Half - Episode 163 1:03:07

1M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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Should Black Americans Receive Reparations For Past Racial Wrongs? 45:07

1M ago45:07

45:07

In this episode, Landon asks how we can make progress in putting our racial past behind us and focus more on our future together. Would resolving racial inequalities make a difference Are America's racial disparities still a product of racial injustice? Should economic reparations be part of the solution? What do our guests think about intensely de…

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Are Black Cops Part of A Policing Problem or Policing Solution? 36:06

2M ago36:06

36:06

Thank you for tuning into Healing Race. In this episode, our four guests - Marin, Susan, Landon and Marcus - continue to discuss their feelings about policing and the way that police are viewed and treated in America today. Marcus pointedly asks why he, as a black police officer, is outcast from his black community because of his choice to be a cop…

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Who's Hot - Episode 59- Tartan Warrior RECAP 55:06

2M ago55:06

55:06

Wil Chung and company looks to answer the Big Questions about the Big Races. Each show Wil Chung is joined by Elite runners Becky Neal and Chris Shipley. Join them as they discuss the obstacles, the tactics, the terrain and most importantly which athletes you should look out for. This Week they Recap the first race in the UKOCR race series alongsid…

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The Swift Half - Episode 162 1:09:38

2M ago1:09:38

1:09:38

The Swift Half – Episode 118 Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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The Positives of Negative Splitting 45:38

1M ago45:38

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You’ve done the training, and now all that’s left is executing your race. But…..how? In this episode, we give you the nitty gritty on different pacing strategies: what works, what doesn’t, and why. We tackle this both through physiology and personal experience: everyone’s got a good pace-related story! Proper pacing is absolutely essential for grea…

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Some Real Ones From Georgia Spartan 1:11:16

2M ago1:11:16

1:11:16

First from Spartan Georgia it's RJ Lora, Antonius, Melissa Nuñez and Taryn Terrell, Follow this week’s guests: See above links. Today's show is sponsored by: Endeavor Team Challenge The event takes place in areas selected for their beautiful and challenging terrain. Competitors enjoy scenic panoramas as they move up mountains, rappel down cliffs, …

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Were Racial Justice Protests Right to Call for "Defunding" the Police? 44:01

2M ago44:01

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In this episode, our four guests discuss racial protests and policing. Why have some of today’s protests become more violent or destructive than the silent, nonviolent marches that have taken place in decades past? Is this more forceful approach necessary to create social change? Our guests also explore their feelings about police and the idea of d…

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Gemma Harris - Ultra Runner 47:07

1M ago47:07

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After meeting Gemma at Farmyard Jam last year we have kept in touch and she has just done her first backyard ultra so i thought lets have a catch up Follow gemma on IG at @gemmas_running_adventures Follow Rasselbock Running (@rasselbock.running) • Instagram photos and videos Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here o…

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Do Black Americans Use U.S. History To Feel Like Victims or Victors? 25:54

2M ago25:54

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Thank you for tuning into Healing Race. In this episode, our four guests - Marin, Susan, Landon and Marcus - talk about how they view our racial history. Landon wonders how the other guests process the good, the bad and the ugly of our history, particularly as it relates to race - do we feel bitterness or espouse a victim narrative? Do we idealize …

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Giles Chater - 2024 World's Toughest Team Money + Other Changes 39:38

2M ago39:38

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Giles Chater, COO of Spartan/Tough Mudder comes on to talk about the return of team money to World's Toughest Mudder, plus a true relay style and other changes. Follow this week’s guests: Giles Chater Use code ORM for all Tough Mudder and Spartan Races for 20 percent off. Support Us On Patreon for LOTS MORE behind the scenes. All other Obstacle Rac…

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The Swift Half - Episode 161 1:08:20

2M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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MVP - March 21, 2024 1:36:42

2M ago1:36:42

1:36:42

Veejay is back to talk about his Alula performance, GOV Games, an update on Spartan payments, potential OCR retirement, and more. Today's show is sponsored by: Endeavor Team Challenge The event takes place in areas selected for their beautiful and challenging terrain. Competitors enjoy scenic panoramas as they move up mountains, rappel down cliffs,…

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Do Black Americans Still Have To Face More Obstacles Growing Up? 37:23

2M ago37:23

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Thank you for tuning into Healing Race. In this episode, our four guests continue to discuss how their upbringings shaped their views about race. Marin and Marcus share what they learned as Black Americans growing up about what it means to be black or white in our country. The conversation touches on the role of race in standards of beauty, in how …

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2024 Georgia Spartan Race 1:13:49

2M ago1:13:49

1:13:49

We sat down at or near the ORM tent this past Sunday in Conyers, Georgia for the annual Spartan Race weekend. Listen and enjoy: Scott The Fayne, Lee Ann, Cassidy Nichols Cassandra Gill, Sarah Tucker, Brad Heilwagen, Michael, Wendy and Addie Green, Shell. Use code ORM20 to save 20 percent on any Tough Mudder or Spartan Race. Follow this week's guest…

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Who's Hot - Episode 58- Tartan Warrior Preview 1:04:40

2M ago1:04:40

1:04:40

Wil Chung and company looks to answer the Big Questions about the Big Races. Each show Wil Chung is joined by Elite runners Becky Neal and Chris Shipley. Join them as they discuss the obstacles, the tactics, the terrain and most importantly which athletes you should look out for. Tartan warrior March 23rd and 24th, the first race of the UKOCR Race …

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🔥 Alaa Akawi 🔥 From Grit to Greatness: Alaa Akawi's Adventures in OCR, Hybrid Fitness, and Beyond ❗ 1:51:00

2M ago1:51:00

1:51:00

Guest: Alaa Akawi Episode Name: Beyond Boundaries, From Grit to Greatness: Alaa Akawi's Adventures in OCR, Hybrid Fitness, and Beyond Host: RA George (The Race Space Podcast) Contact info for Alaa Akawi Instagram - @alaa_akawi https://tinyurl.com/yj5vjrh8 Artology Creative - A creative video content production boutique in Dubai IG @artologycreative…

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Catching up with Nicole Mericle: Tough Mudder Arabia, Knee rehab, and so much more! 1:00:03

2M ago1:00:03

1:00:03

This week we are thrilled to catch up with OCR superstar Nicole Mericle! Nicole is fresh off her 2nd place finish at Tough Mudder Arabia which was arguably one of the most competitive OCR races in history with a prize purse that did not disappoint! We also discuss Nicole's road to recovery after knee surgery, how the short course specialist changed…

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The Swift Half - Episode 160 55:39

2M ago55:39

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Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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Phil Keoghan - Amazing Race and Tough As Nails 58:27

2M ago58:27

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Phil joins us to explore his journey through 36 seasons (and counting) of The Amazing Race, the dramatic shifts in television viewing habits over two decades, and being left off from "Paramountain". He also let us know what he's doing while contestants tackle challenges. Last, we'll dive into his new show that seeks to recruit elite athletes. Terra…

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🔥 Dana Matar ,Co-founder of Peak Sports 🔥: Beyond the Trail, Summiting Peaks & Inspiring Lives Through Trail Running 53:15

2M ago53:15

53:15

Guest: Dana Matar Episode Name: Beyond the Trail, Summiting Peaks & Inspiring Lives Through Trail Running Guest: Dana Matar Host: RA George (The Race Space Podcast) Contact info for Dana Matar Instagram: @dana.runsultras ⁠https://tinyurl.com/2j4vet9a⁠ Co-founder and director of Peak Sports Peak Sports website: ⁠https://peakssports.com/⁠ Peak Sports…

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Kevin Dent - This Dad Does 1:06:38

2M ago1:06:38

1:06:38

Fron struggling to run to fast becoming a contendar kevin is one of teh nicest guys you will ever meet, Here is his story http://www.youtube.com/@ThisDadDoes.... https://www.instagram.com/this__dad__does/ https://lincolnshirerunner.co.uk/ Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we d…

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The Swift Half - Episode 159 56:12

2M ago56:12

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Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

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