Best Matthew Deibler Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 108- Mental Training Strategies, Is There An Upper Limit For Protein Intake, & Joel and Luke Hayes Discuss Their OCR's Greatest Project 1:10:48

16d ago1:10:48

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Welcome to the OCR Underground Show. Your best resource for all things to help you train better for your next obstacle course race. Each episode I cover training strategies plus chat with other experts to get other insight into smarter ocr training. In this episode I share more information about my latest project the Certified OCR Specialist certif…

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Ep14 The Adam Sayler Testimony: My Life is a Series of Miracles Part 2 1:03:52

2M ago1:03:52

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Back for Part 2 with Adam Sayler and we are getting ready to pack up and head out with him and his growing family on an inspiring journey of a life lived in faithful surrender. After leaving a long career in law enforcement in the rearview, Adam will take his crew south to Texas for a brief stay before inviting them to follow a call to true adventu…

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Ep13 The Adam Sayler Testimony: My Life is a Series of Miracles Part 1 47:03

2M ago47:03

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On this episode of the Discipled Podcast we sit down with Adam Sayler. When Adam raised his hand to record his testimony for our community, one of the first things he said to me was “my life has been a series of miracles.” And boy was he right. In fact, Adam’s earliest memory as a child is a miracle. God spared his life in a dramatic escape from a …

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Ep12 The John Storey Testimony: Take Up Your Cross & Follow Jesus Part 2 1:19:56

2M ago1:19:56

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Back for “The Rest of the Storey…” we begin with an impromptu overnight stop in Evansville, Indiana at the tail end of a 21-hour journey north from Florida. It is here that John will encounter his future wife, Jessica, who is staying in the room next door. It’s an amazing love story encapsulated within the greatest road trip love story ever told…th…

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Ep11 The John Storey Testimony: Take Up Your Cross & Follow Jesus Part 1 1:00:25

2M ago1:00:25

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Are you ready for a powerful Storey? Well HALLELUJAH, you have come to the right place! On this episode of the Discipled Podcast we sit down with John Storey. John has always been a guy with a bold identity. From the days of his childhood, while cruising the neighborhood on his big wheel, he connected with and related his persona to the Sons of Thu…

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Ep10 The Power of The Testimony with Michael Stover, Jonah Pulford & Chris Riedy 1:47:58

2M ago1:47:58

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We are bringing the band back together! Join us as we reconnect with the men of our community who were the first to courageously step out in faith and share their stories via our platform. Back to discuss their learnings and reflections on the power of the testimony are Michael Stover, Jonah Pulford & Chris Riedy alongside Discipled founder and hos…

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Ep9 Valentine's Day Special - The Matthew & Kelly Deibler Marriage Testimony: Imperfectly Perfect Love 1:33:26

2M ago1:33:26

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It’s Valentine’s Day! And that means that it’s Anniversary time for me and my beautiful bride Kelly. Today we are celebrating 8 years of marriage and 12 years together. About a year ago, as God began to reveal the Discipled vision to me, I felt a nudge from the Holy Spirit steering me towards capturing my wife’s story as well as our testimony in ma…

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Ep8 The Chris Riedy Testimony: The Examination & Rescue of The Heart Part 2 1:02:01

3M ago1:02:01

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Join us as we reconvene with Chris Riedy for Part 2 of an absolutely riveting testimony. This is where the story gets really good. In a hospital bed with a heart transplant looming, Chris was confronted with deep conviction while speaking with a visiting chaplain. The message from The Lord was clear “either you choose to come back to me, or it’s ov…

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Ep7 The Chris Riedy Testimony: The Examination & Rescue of The Heart Part 1 58:42

3M ago58:42

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In this episode, we sit down with Chris Riedy. Chris is an amazing human being with quite a special heart (more on that to come!). Chris grew up well rooted in the Christian faith. His family was involved in the church and he became saved at a young age. An active member of his youth group, Chris assumed the role of evangelist before many of us eve…

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Ep6 The Jonah Pulford Testimony: The Renewal of The Bond Between Father & Son Part 2 1:10:48

3M ago1:10:48

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We pick up Part 2 of Jonah’s testimony from the friendly confines of in an inpatient mental health facility where Jonah’s sanity is under question, but for the first time in a long time, he is clear – no drugs corrupting his focus, only a new awareness of God and a renewed sense of purpose. He’s alive, God’s Will has prevailed and in the eyes of Th…

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Ep5 The Jonah Pulford Testimony: The Renewal of The Bond Between Father & Son Part 1 51:44

3M ago51:44

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On this episode we sit down with Jonah Pulford. Jonah is a man whose courage and resilience I admire greatly – his story is gripping and highly impactful. In Part 1 of his testimony, we dig into the pressure cooker that drove Jonah as a child and as a young man, corrupting his identity and isolating him from the love and assurance that he longed fo…

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Ep4 The Michael Stover Testimony: The Relentless Love of God Part 2 1:10:12

3M ago1:10:12

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In Part 2 with Michael Stover, we reconvene to watch God move in incredible ways to transform his life. From a witness manning the pot sink at Chili’s to a traumatic brain injury and near-death experience, God was going to make His Presence known in Michael’s life in ways that could not be denied. The message would be clear…the FATHER figure that M…

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Ep3 The Michael Stover Testimony: The Relentless Love of God Part 1 45:30

3M ago45:30

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On this episode we sit down with Michael Stover. I’m not sure I’ve ever heard a testimony that better reflects God’s RELENTLESS LOVE than what is revealed through Michael’s life journey. In Part 1, we will go deep into Michael’s back story and the hardship that he endured as a child. His survival story is nothing short of miraculous. We will also e…

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Ep2 The Matthew Deibler Testimony: Let Go, Trust, Believe, Faith - The Journey To Discipled Part 2 59:22

3M ago59:22

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On this episode we pick back up for the second half of my personal testimony. I’ve been born again, but in the months and years ahead it will be revealed that my journey in faith is only beginning. Through seasons of ignorance, immaturity, wandering and flat-out disobedience, God will discipline me and prepare me for the call to discipleship, first…

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Episode 107 - New Year Better You & How To Get A Free Spartan Race in 2024 37:12

3M ago37:12

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The OCR Underground Show Episode 107 Show Notes Welcome to the OCR Underground Show. Your best resource for all things OCR and Hybrid training. Each week I dive into different topics to help you train smarter for your next OCR. The New Year is here and what better way to start than some insight on how to set goals and a few specific things you can …

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Ep1 The Matthew Deibler Testimony: Let Go, Trust, Believe, Faith - The Journey To Discipled Part 1 1:05:09

3M ago1:05:09

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As founder of our men’s community of faith at Discipled and the host of our newly launched podcast mission, I’m blessed to sit in the leadoff spot to witness via this beautiful platform. In Part 1, we will dive into my backstory leading up to my born-again moment in 2011. God has done miraculous things in my life. He led me out of the grips of extr…

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Episode 106 - The Truth Behind Cold Plunges 43:25

5M ago43:25

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Welcome to the OCR Underground Show. Your best resource for smarter obstacle course race training tips. Each episode I share insight into improving your training, interview other experts, and dive into the latest research to help guide you along the way. In this episode I share my experience at the So Cal Rugged Maniac race. I had a blast getting b…

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Episode 105 - Aaron Nowlin & Glen Racz Talk Training For Hybrid Events, DEKA Team strategy, & More 58:37

6M ago58:37

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The OCR Underground Show is here to help you train smarter for your next OCR or Hybrid event. In this episode I share a recent interview I had with two of the best Aaron Nowlin and Glen Racz are among the best in OCR. Recently they have been tearing up the courses in hybrid events such as DEKA. I have had the privilege to watch them compete many ti…

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Episode 104 - Training to Failure vs Non Failure & How To Become More Mentally Resilient 38:55

8M ago38:55

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Welcome back to another great episode of the OCR Underground Show. A podcast created to help you train and crush your next obstacle course race. Interested in racing the next DEKA STRONG or DEKA MILE with me? My gym San Diego Premier Training is hosting a combo event on 9/23 and 9/24. We will be having open, team, and kids heats on both days. We wo…

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Episode 103 - Maximizing Strength Research & How To Make Your Body More Resilient To Injury 55:20

10M ago55:20

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Welcome to the OCR Underground Show. You best resource for training tips and strategies to help you train for your next OCR. You may have heard already but DEKA will be holding a DEKA STRONG event at the IDEA World Fitness & Nutrition Conference at the LA Convention Center 7/14-7/15. I will be volunteering at the event as a judge and would love to …

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Episode 102 - Research on High Rep Training, Max Efforts vs Movements, & Scott Knowles From The I Am A Spartan Podcast 1:25:23

11M ago1:25:23

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The OCR Underground Show is the best podcast for training tips to help you with your next obstacle course race. In this episode, I share my thoughts on the Big Bear race setup after teaching the Spartan OS course. I also talk about a research study that looked at the benefit of performing high-rep strength training on endurance performance. Or lack…

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Episode 101 - How HIIT Effects Your Nervous System, Top Tips For Prepping For Altitude, & Matthew O'Quinn Shares His Story In Overcoming Failures 1:00:25

12M ago1:00:25

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If you are looking for a podcast loaded with tips to help you dominate you next race, you have come to the right place. Each episode I dive into relevant research to help mold you into a better endurance athlete, share training strategies I use with my clients, and interview other coaches and athletes in the OCR world. In todays episode I share res…

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Episode 100 - The Best Periodization Model, 3 Step Process For Restoring Mobility, & Dr. Robert Wolfe Talks Essential Amino Acids 1:02:12

1y ago1:02:12

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I can't believe I have put out 100 episodes. I truly hope that you have enjoyed listening as much as I enjoy creating them. Hopefully over these 100 shows you have found a few helpful tips to help you train for your next obstacle course race. As always I have a great one lined up for you today. It has been a whirlwind week spending spring break in …

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Episode 99 - Deka Team Challenge, Race Day Nutrition, & The Best Way To Build Endurance 41:31

1y ago41:31

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The OCR Underground Show is your best resources for training tips on obstacle course racing. Each episode is full of practical strategies to help you crush your next race. Thanks to my newest sponsor of the show Fit Track. Check out the Fit Track Dara scale at www.getfittrack.com. Get 17 health metrics every time you step on the scale to help you m…

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Episode 98 - SoCal Spartan Recap, Research On Improving Pull Ups, Principles of Training, & SGX Coach Gary Lombardo Chats Winter Death Race and Building Better Endurance 1:03:47

1y ago1:03:47

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Welcome to the OCR Underground Show. Your best resource to training tips to crush your next obstacle course race. As always this episode is packed with strategies for smarter ocr training. In this episode, I recap my first Spartan Race of the year in San Bernadino, CA. It was a fun race and excited to get back into it. My research review discuss di…

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Episode 97 - Epic Series Recap, Improving VO2 Max, Incorporating Breathwork, & Crystal MacConnell Talks Winter Death Race 1:16:21

1+ y ago1:16:21

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The OCR Underground Show is a podcast built to help you crush your next obstacle course race. Each episode is jammed packed with tips, strategies, and interview to help you train smarter. In Episode 97 I share my experience at the latest Epic Series event and how I did in the Average Joe & Jane category. In my research review I talk all about VO2 m…

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Episode 96 - Carbohydrate Restriction, Off Season Training Tips, and SGX Coach Gina DiSanto Talks Spartan Racing in Greece, Deka World Championships, and Overcoming Injury. 1:16:21

1+ y ago1:16:21

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The OCR Underground Show is the best resource for OCR specific training programs. In this episode I share two studies on Carbohydrates. Specifically they are about carbohydrate restriction training. When I wrote my book Fuel and Fire, my plan was to help readers understand the importance of food and training. These complement each other when done c…

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Episode 95 - Training to Failure, The Interference Effect, & Brain Training with Coach Joe Bala 1:14:08

1+ y ago1:14:08

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Back again with more incredible training tips for your next Spartan Race or other OCR. Excited there are no more burpees in Spartan Competitive heats or upset? Many have strong opinions on the rule change. I share some of my thoughts on this current topic. In my research review I share some really cool info on training to failure. This study looked…

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Episode 94 - Sleep Improvement Biofeedback & 3 Ways To Spice Up Your Training 48:14

1+ y ago48:14

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The OCR Underground podcast is jammed backed with useful training tips to help you train for your next obstacle course race. In this episode I share my experience after hosting our latest Deka Strong and Deka Mile weekend. It was a crazy weekend with over 80 participants. I love hosting and participating in these events. Can't wait for the next one…

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Episode 93 - Do Your Own Research, Lower Body Asymmetries, & 5 Tips To Train For A Deka 40:59

1+ y ago40:59

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The OCR Underground Podcast provides incredible insight into smarter training so you can crush your next OCR. This episode is packed with great training tips to improve performance and keep you more resilient. In this one I discuss the importance of doing your own research. It is great to study the latest research trends on training and nutrition, …

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Episode 92 - How To Get Back Into Training After Time Off 12:58

1+ y ago12:58

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After some time off, Coach Mike Deibler is ready to help you get back on track. Since it has been awhile since the last podcast what better way to get back on track than to give of few tips on how you can get back into training after a break. This is a shorter episode this time, but we will be back soon with more full length episodes. Full show not…

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Episode 91 - 3 Steps to Conquering Any Obstacle, Stress and Injury Risk, & The Anabolic Window 38:15

2y ago38:15

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Back again with another jammed pack podcast with more OCR Training tips. It feels like forever since my last race and I am definitely getting the itch after seeing everyone post their pics and medals recently. Hopefully I will get my chance soon. But until then I will keep training and getting better every day. In this episode I share my 3 step pro…

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Episode 90 - Using Physiology To Train Smarter, Should You Train To Failure?, Recovery Methods Based On Fatigue 45:13

2y ago45:13

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Well I am in between trips so I wanted to get an episode out before I check out on vacation. As usually I have tons of good info to help you train for your next OCR. First up in the Inside Mike's Mind segment, I talk about one of my favorite subjects, Physiology. I know not everyone loves learning how the body responds to exercise so I did my best …

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Episode 89 - Planning your 2022 Season, Massage versus Cold Water Immersion, & Coach Paul Christopher Talks Deka Training 55:53

2+ y ago55:53

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Another great episode that will help you train for your next OCR event. In this one I discuss the two big concepts that should be the focus of your training program right now. This is testing and programming. I discuss different ways to set your baseline and then how to use that information to create a better program. In my research review I found …

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Episode 88 - Off Season Training For OCR Special Episode 51:51

2+ y ago51:51

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Now that 2021 is winding down it is time to look ahead to 2022. If you are looking for a race to start the year off with and are in the So Cal area, check out the Deka Strong event at my studio, San Diego Premier Training. It will be held on January 16th. You can register through the link here: https://endurancecui.active.com/event-reg/select-race?…

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Episode 87 - Practice Obstacles w/ Me, Keys to Running Faster, Research on Carbohydrate Gels, & 5 Mobility Mistakes 48:11

2+ y ago48:11

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Today I have a solo episode for you. I will be back next time with a new interview. But until then, enjoy todays latest podcast to help you with your OCR training needs. Would it be cool to have me right next to you as you attempt your most challenging Spartan Race obstacles? How about if I walk you through my system for hitting the spear every tim…

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Episode 86 - The Truth About Cramping, Bilateral Strength Deficit, and 6 Tips on Mindset From Coach Becky Webb 1:01:28

2+ y ago1:01:28

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Another podcast episode to help you with your OCR Training. This episode is brought to you by Ancore Training Systems. This is my new favorite training tool that is a MUST for any gym or garage. Get the power of a cable trainer in a compact size that is great for training function and power. Check them out at www.ancoretraining.com. Use code OCRUND…

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Episode 85 - Dealing With Adversity, Goblet Squat vs Landmine Squat, SGX Coach Adam Holt 1:02:09

2+ y ago1:02:09

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My first podcast since the Spartan North America Championship Race in Lake Tahoe. It was an awesome race with a great venue and beautiful scenery. Unfortunately though this one left me with a pretty significant injury. I talk all about what happened and what the next steps are for me. In the Inside Mike's Mind, I talk more about adversity. I figure…

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Episode 84 - Training for Adaptation vs Performance, Improving Running Economy, & SGX Coach Jason Archer on Being A Better Version of Yourself 59:12

2+ y ago59:12

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I recently made a pretty big mistake in running workout. It was a mistake and my performance suffered from it. but there were quite a few takeaways I wanted to share. I am hoping you don't make this same mistake or you at least understand why you might want to make it. Confused yet? In todays episode I share my mistake and how it may relate to your…

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Episode 83 - Getting more out of your training, Research on ankle mobility, & SGX Coach Brad Lane shares how to take your training to the next level. 1:09:01

2+ y ago1:09:01

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The OCR Underground Show has another great episode to help you train for your next obstacle course race. In this one I share my experience recently at the Spartan Super in Asheville. Plus I share two exciting new announcements. In the Inside Mike's Mind segment I discuss the concept of adaptation versus demonstration. Sometimes we get confused a li…

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Episode 82 - Avoiding Training Burnout, Research on When Training Can Backfire, & SGX Coach Ryan Baxter Talks Ancestral Mismatching 1:00:18

3y ago1:00:18

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Another podcast episode to help you train that much better for your next race. As I get ready to head out on a vacation to North Carolina and prep for the Asheville Super, I wanted to get one more episode out for you before I check out for a week. In this one I chat about some of my go to strategies to avoid burnout and plateauing in your training.…

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Thirsty Thursday: Don’t Wait for Rain 17:34

3y ago17:34

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The forecast shows a chance of storms... Such is life. There will always be a risk of adverse conditions. You cannot sit and wait for a string of sunny days or for all the stars to align before you take a step forward... Your life will waste away in the hesitation. It's impossible for the human mind to perceive what lies ahead. That's out of our pa…

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Right Where You Need To Be 28:36

3y ago28:36

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The world is continuously pushing us to do more and be more. We can easily get consumed by the busyness. And we can become very rigid in allegiance to our routines if we're not careful. The reason that this is a concern is because often our daily commitments lack flexibility for God's spontaneity. The Holy Spirit may be nudging us, but are we liste…

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Episode 81- How to Embrace The Suck, Research on Water Therapy & Recovery, SGX Heather Binns Help Find Your Inner Athlete 1:00:22

3y ago1:00:22

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Back with another great resource for your OCR Training needs. Summer is here and we are seeing more and more races which is a sight for sore eyes. In this episode I share some insight on how you can embrace the suck. We hear things like this all the time, but reading a quote online or meme, often doesn't really help us at all. So I share some strat…

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Thirsty Thursday: Words Matter 15:04

3y ago15:04

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"Words do matter." This was a text that I received from my father a few weeks before his passing. It arrived on day 8 of his initial 10.5 day stay in the hospital at the front end of March. My dad was struggling with COVID related pneumonia, but the Holy Spirit was beginning to act in an extremely powerful way in his life. He was on fire... Touchin…

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Critical Fuel 31:15

3y ago31:15

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There will always be critics. That's just a part of life. And sometimes criticism isn't very constructive in nature. It can be downright mean spirited at times. That type of criticism can leave an awful sting, particularly when it originates in people whom we perceive to be in our corner. Criticism, whether silent or in your face, can stir emotions…

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Episode 80 - Prepping for Racing at Altitude, Caffeine Effects in Hot Temperature, Interview with SGX Coach Rose Dey and Her Comeback Story 1:07:32

3y ago1:07:32

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Freshly back from NY after visiting family and running the Spartan Sprint in Bethel, NY. This was the site of Woodstock back in 1969. It was a first time at this location and hopefully they will continue having it here. It was a great venue and a fast course. Looking forward to more great Spartan Races the rest of this year. In this episode I share…

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Episode 79 - How To Avoid Back Pain, The Secret to Metabolic Training, & Coach Gary Lombardo Talks Death Race and More 1:07:32

3y ago1:07:32

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Today's episode is full of training tips and strategies to help you train for any obstacle course race. In this one I share my tips from a recent webinar I did on preventing back pain in your training routine. If you tend to suffer from back issues or just want to make sure you avoid them, follow these 5 steps I share. Once you learn how to move be…

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Thirsty Thursday: Aligning The Team 23:59

3y ago23:59

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I didn't get here without help... God has provided me the support to advance my mission at every stage. Brothers and sisters from around the world have shown up in my life at the very precise moments when I've needed them most... And perhaps, when they've needed me as well. It's remarkable how the Holy Spirit draws these relationships nearer to us …

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Endure Hardship as Discipline 31:38

3y ago31:38

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Perhaps today you find yourself in the valley... You feel alone. You feel forgotten. Maybe you feel separated from God or perhaps you even feel that He has distanced Himself from you. I want to encourage you in this season. Because I've lived it myself. And it's important that I assure you... He has NOT left your side. God disciplines those who He …

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