In this episode Laurie and Daniel catch up on the latest news coming out of the world of OCR including Spartan Races and ROC Races. We also interview Charity Fick from GoMommyGo.run and talk Mud Mulisha. NEWS R.O.C. Race is back. Wipeout Race name gone New race bling Spartan Race – No more bell kick. New Joe DeSena book – Spartan Fit: 30 days to tr…

This episode Laurie interviews Dirk Hagen from The Zombie Blood Run and we talk about the fall of Lozilu Women’s Mud Run. Mud Gear Compression Socks get reviewed, and we also explain our long hiatus and why we had to take a break from Obstacle Racing and Podcasting. Where have we been? Laurie candidly discusses her diagnosis of Trigeminal Neuralgia…

In this episode Laurie interviews Aaron Baker, the Ambassador for Wings for Life World Run. Plus Daniel has a few news items. News Obstacle Racing Company for sale! Human Movement & Powdr’s First Race – The Dirty Bird Mud Run Feature Interview Aaron Baker ambassador for Wings for Life World Run. The only race that happens simultaneously all around …

In this episode we interview Heather Hudson who was the season 1 champion of Steve Austin’s Broken Skull Challenge on the CMT Network. We also break down the latest news news from the world of OCR. News OCR World Championships Announce New Qualifying events Tough Mudder to Bring Back Finisher Tees Powdr Acquires Human Movement Battlefrog Series For…

In this episode we interview Lance Landers from Atlas Race and talk what what’s new in 2015. We also talk about all of the recent Tough Mudder news. News Tough Mudder Launches Kids Course Tough Mudder Sues Kids Race New Tough Mudder Obstacles for 2015 Press Release Video – httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jim-ksScOoc No more Tough Mudder Shirts Feat…

In this mini episode, Laurie interviews Carl Bolm from The Battlegrounds in St. Louis. http://thebattlegrounds.com/ Use coupon code ‘podcast’ for $10 off! httpv://youtu.be/PTHKkXiO0j0 The post Mini Episode – The Battlegrounds first appeared on Getting Dirty with Laurie and Daniel - A Podcast about Obstacle Racing, Training, and Mud Runs..…

Laurie and Daniel return to talk about all of the latest dirt in the world of Obstacle Racing. OCR World Champions, Warrior Dash World Championships, and more. News A few weeks ago the OCR World Championships Happened Warrior Dash World Championships Atlas Race is Back! Local Race Love Kristen Villeneuve writes in and let’s know about Jail Break Mu…

Laurie and Daniel recap the Run Disney Disneyland Half Marathon. We are joined by Chris Cow to recap The Terrain Mud Run. Yishai Horowitz joins us to talk about Mud Mash. We also have our training tip as well as our video of the week. News SuperHero Scramble goes Public New OCR shoes in the works from Reebok competitor We already see the Virbram MR…

In this episode Laurie has an interview with Dirk from Zombie Blood Run. We also talk about getting sized for running shoes and how to transition into longer distance races. News 5k Foam Fest is no more http://5kfoamfest.com/ The Dirt on Dirty Girl – w. Virginia race abruptly cancelled 2 days before race Image – Obstacle Racing Media Interview Zomb…

In this episode Laurie Interviews Don Mann from Battle Frog. We also open a can of whoopass and talk about Stone Cold Steve Austin’s Broken Skull Challenge. News Hard Charge is no more Death Race no more or is it? Joe says no more… http://obstacleracingmedia.com/ocr-news/death-race-no-more/ Andy Weinberg says not so fast http://obstacleracingmedia.…

Daniel and Laurie recap Warrior Dash and Mud Factor. Laurie interviews the fine folks at MuckFest MS. And well.. Daniel failed America. This is an explosive episode you will not want to miss! News Have you ever been to a race and gotten sick afterwards? Hopefully you have never experienced the dreaded Explosive Diarrhea! – Slate Article Race Recaps…

In this episode Laurie interviews Margaret Schlachter founder of Dirt in your Skirt and author of Obstacle Race Training: How to Beat Any Course, Compete Like a Champion and Change Your Life. Margaret Schlachter – Dirt in your Skirt – http://dirtinyourskirt.com Obstacle Race Training: How to Beat Any Course, Compete Like a Champion and Change Your …

In this episode Laurie reviews The Checkpoint Challenge and Merrell Down and Dirty. We also have an interview with Jenna Long from the ROC Race. Plus the latest happenings in OCR and a Beginners Tip. News Hybrid Runner online magazine – Mudrunfun.com Spartan Race Cruise Race Recaps Checkpoint Challenge Adventure Race Merrell Down and Dirty Intervie…

Laurie and Daniel recap the Zombie Run and we have interviews with Checkpoint Challenge and Merrell Down & Dirty. We also have tips on fueling during a race. News Tough Mudder Legions – New headbands No more Spartan Gladiators 2014 Spartan World Championship in Killington, VT again (9/20/14) Race Recaps The Zombie Run Extreme The Zombie Run Black O…

In this episode we recap Hit and Run as well as Atlas race. We also talk about some of the new books on the horizon about Obstacle Racing. And we have a interview with Matt B Davis about his new book. News Books, Books and more books Spartan UP! By Joe DeSena Obstacle Race Training By Margaret Schlatcher Race Recap Hit and Run – www.hitandrun5k.com…

In this episode Laurie and Daniel escape the nightmares with this scary recap. We also interview Chloe Swenson from Human Movement to discuss The Zombie Run. News Spartan Goes to Hawaii – Trifecta in one weekend Kualoa Ranch on Oahu Island http://run.spartanrace.com/2014-Spartan-Race-Hawaii-Trifecta-Weekend Hot & Dirty Mud Run in Acton is bringing …

In this episode Lance Landers from Atlas Race joins us for an interview. We also recap the Spartan Sprint and Super from a few weeks ago in Temecula Ca. and Daniel forms the exclusive running club W.I.SP.R. News Spartan Rookie Pass at Spartan Race in Australia Race Recap Spartan Sprint/Super in Temecula CA. Interview Lance Landers from Atlas Race –…

In this episode we have an interview with Frank Prather, founder of Bad Ass America. A race that was over before it began. We also recap The Hunger Runs, plus our tip for beginners. News Mud and Obstacle Racing Magazine 1st issue – https://www.facebook.com/mudandobstaclemag New Spartan Medals Race Recap Hunger Runs – http://www.thehungerruns.com/ I…

In this episode we talk about the Spartan World Championship program on NBC. We also have interviews with Jonathan Nolan from the Corn Fed Spartans and the folks from The Hunger Runs! – Spartan World Championships on NBC Sports network – Interview with Jonathan Nolan, Chief Corn Fed Spartan and their quest for The Crucible. – Hunger Runs Interview …

In this episode Daniel and Laurie review Gladiator Rock and Run, Rugged Maniac, and FusterCluck. Laurie also interviews Callie Stephens from Dirty Girl. News Items Rise of the SufferFests. Check out their kickstarter. Daniel and Laurie review the following races: Laurie also interviews Callie Stephens from Dirty Girl. Use code DIRTYLA for $20 off r…

In this mini episode Laurie interviews Socorro Solorio from the VNA Monster Mash. The VNA Monster Mash is a small event with a big heart. Very local, very fun. And all of the proceeds go to a great cause. To regester for the VNA Monster Mash visit http://vnacalifornia.org/events/monster-mash/. We will be there so make sure to say HI. Here are some …

Summer Muddin’ had me a blast / Summer Muddin happened so fast! Join us as we recap the races that got us dirty this summer. We also have Race Giveaways and Promo codes! Here is a list of races we did over the summer: Rockin The Desert www.rockinthedesertmudrun.com Mavericks Mud Run www.mavericksmudrun.com Neon Splash Dash www.neonsplashdash.com El…

This episode Laurie and Daniel talk about the Spartan Beast, Zombie Blood Run, and Virtual Runs. Special guests include Jonathan Noloan, Chris Okapal, and Todd Heckman. Spartan Beast Recap The Monterey Spartan Beast took place at Toro Park on Saturday, August 17th. Spartan claimed the course would have the most brutal terrain, only second to the Mt…

This episode we recap the Mavericks Mud run and talk to Dirk Hagen from Zombie Blood Run. We also discuss what happened to Hero Rush. Training tips – http://m.active.com/running/Articles/6-Tips-to-Start-Trail-Running – Hero Rush out of Business – Mavericks Mud Run Recap – Interview with Dirk Hagen from Zombie Blood Run 8/17 at Santa Anita Race Trac…

In this episode we interview Darrel Courtney from High Desert Events and talk about what it takes to make a good race. We also recap Hot an Dirty Mud Run. – Darrel Courtney from High Desert Events. HDEvents.org – Hot An Dirty Mud Run Recap Video of the Week httpv://youtu.be/adEtKdD3_G4 The post Episode 23 – OCR 101 first appeared on Getting Dirty w…

In this episode Lauire talks to Ted Guilmette from Hot and Dirty Mud Run. We also have our video of the week. Now it’s time to get dirty! Interview – from Hot and Dirty Mud Run Website – https://hotandirtymudrun.com/ Hot an Dirty Mud Run discount code: gethalfoff for 50% off registration. Event takes place on July 20th 2013 Video of the week – Men’…

At last here it is! Our long awaited Tough Mudder episode. Ok so nobody was waiting, but we got a short interview with Sean Corvelle, and we sing the national anthem. We also have our video of the week. Now it’s time to get dirty! This episode is a new / old one. Meaning it’s newly uploaded but recorded way back in February. This episode is all abo…

In this episode we talk about some new Active Entertainment events. We interview the creator of the wild redneck race, FusterCluck. And we have some big news to share with all our listeners! Ever wanted to run through a pulse pounding rave-like night run? Then be sure to check out the Electric Run. The Bubble Run has some good potential for memorab…

This episode we will recap the ROC Race that we ran last week. We also have an interview with Solo who is an elite runner and blogger. We have our video of the week as well as some details about a new contest we are having. Have you ever wanted to play with big balls? Now you can at the R.O.C. Race! http://rocrace.com/ Interview – Learn everything …

This episode we talk about Parkour with Ryan Ford and how it is finding its way into obstacle races. We also chat with Pete Williams, author of Obstacle Fit. We have a great interview with Ryan Ford who, with his partner, opened APEX Movement, the world’s largest parkour gym. Apex Movement: http://www.apexmovement.com/ Twitter: @RyanDemonFord We sh…

In this episode we recap LoziLu, Hollywood Half Marathon, and Spring Break at the Lake. We also talk to Jonathan Nolan from the Corn Fed Spartans. LoziLu – www.lozilu.com Hollywood Half Marathon – www.hollywoodhalfmarathon.com Spring Break at the Lake (Irvine Lake Mud Run) – www.irvinelakemudrun.com Jonathan Nolan – Corn Fed Spartans www.cornfedspa…

In this episode Laurie interviews Britni Welsh from Lozilu – an obstacle race just for Women. This isn’t your grandmother’s race, but you just may see some spunky grandmas out conquering such obstacles as “Hot Mess”, “Tan Lines” or “Bad Hair Day”. But don’t let the names fool you. These obstacles will be challenging for the beginner mud runners and…

Daniel, Laurie, and Chris recap their adventure doing the Urban Warrior Dash in San Diego. We also have some Noteworthy News, our Video of the Week, and we some Shoutouts. Noteworthy News Hobie Call has announced his separation from Spartan. He is going to work with Extreme Racing. This is a new race that promises to change the face of obstacle rac…

In this episode Laurie interviews Adam Kimble from Urban Warrior Dash to get psyched about racing in the mean streets of San Diego. We also have our video of the week! Enjoy and please review in iTunes. CONTEST We are excited to offer a free registration to the March 2nd Urban Warrior Dash in San Diego, CA. All you have to do is login via Facebook …

In this episode Laurie talks to Lindsay Babb from Hard Charge and talks about this unique race. We also have an awesome contest where you can win a free registration for any Hard Charge Event in 2013! We also have our Video of the Week. Feature Interview with Lindsay Babb from Hard Charge. We also have an awesome contest where you can win a free re…

Daniel and Laurie are joined by Chris Carpenter and chat about the Sol Cal Spartan Super. We also read some emails and give shout-outs to our listeners. Enjoy and please review in iTunes! Video of the Week httpv://youtu.be/zI-se-X3DrI twitter – @gettingdirtypod email – gettingdirtypodcast@gmail.com Voice – (858) MUDDER8 (858) 683-3378 Please leave …

Daniel and Laurie talk about the new partnership between Spartan and Reebok. We also review and discuss The Hunger Runs obstacle race in Santa Clarita CA. Enjoy and Review in iTunes! If you still want more Spartan be sure to read Laurie’s blog where she goes in depth about the deep love spartan fans have for the race, and what her thoughts are for …

In this episode we look back at our racing adventures in 2012 with special guests, Lexie Jones and Chris Carpenter. 2012 brought us many firsts. We were lucky enough to experience some great obstacle races that ranged from small community races to some of the largest races in the country. Throughout the year we were able to make some great memories…

In this special episode Laurie interviews Christine from the The Hunger Runs which is taking place Saturday, January 12, 2013 at Rowher Flats in the Angeles National Forest near Santa Clarita, CA. The Hunger Runs is an adventure 5K obstacles and challenge race where you will work with your teammates to compete for the highest supremacy. Online Regi…

This episode is all about Warrior Dash. We have not one, but two interviews with Warrior Dash Race Directors. We discuss all aspects of Warrior Dash including the brand new Iron Warrior Dash. We also have our Video of the Week. We have two interviews with Warrior Dash this episode. Interview number one is with the Chairman of Cheesiness, Matt Robin…

Having just completed the Spartan Sprint, Daniel and Lauire show off their battle scars. We discuss the race, Laurie’s volunteer time, Daniel’s dislocated foot, and much more. We also have our Video of the Week. Video of the Week This is the official video from the Spartan Sprint we attended on December 1st 2012 http://spartanrace.tv/?v=malibu2 twi…

In this Episode we list out some of our favorite obstacles and we have a special interview with Matt B Davis, host of the Matt B Davis Runs Podcast, a podcast that all is about Obstacle Racing, and we talk to Matt about his passion for this sport. Our Favorite Obstacles Climbing the Net Mud Crawl Rock Climbing Trenches Though the Tube Walk the Plan…

There were plenty of monster themed obstacles races this past month and we talk about two that we did: Run For Your Lives and The Monster Mash Obstacle Race. We also interview Steve Carlisle who is taking fundraising and obstacle racing to a whole new level. Run For Your Lives – A 5K zombie infested obstacle race. Check out Laurie’s review for more…

Daniel and Laurie talk to Olivia Orth at Run For Your Lives! A unique Obstacle Race with a Zombie twist. We also discuss an article that came out in the November issue of Outside Magazine. In this article there is an expose on the big three obstacle race companies and it would seem, that some of these companies play dirty. We also have our Mini Tra…

This episode we interviewed GiGi Muth from the Monster Mash Obstacle Run and we talked about their upcoming event. We’ll also catch up with our training progress and update you on some of the latest events. Thanks for listening and now it’s time to get dirty. Our Progress: Laurie ran Towsley Canyon Trail. 5.5 miles with 1200 foot elevation gain. Lo…

Daniel and Laurie start a series of training tips to help prepare you for your next race. We also talk about a little snafoo that happened at Tough Mudder Mid-Atlantic, and we bring you up to speed with our own training progress. Tough Mudder Snafu http://baltimore.cbslocal.com/2012/09/09/2nd-day-of-obstacle-race-course-canceled/ Apology Video http…

Daniel and Laurie talk about the Rockin the Desert Mud Run held in Apple Valley, California on Aug 25th 2012. Work out Update Daniel – He had so much going on he forgot to exercise. Laurie – Kept her same routine in preparation for the race. She added extra distance to her run and increase her weights. Rockin’ the Desert Mud Run Rockin the Desert M…

In this first ever episode of getting dirty we will introduce ourselves and let you know who we are and why we are passionate about obstacle races. So what are obstacle races? You may already know but just in case, we will explain what they are and why thousands of people show up at these events. After we explain, you will soon realize that YOU can…