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Episode 218: OCR Elite Master Charles “Jazz” Vassallo Talks COVID-19 in NYC,Making Kettle bells out of Sandbags & Nutrition Tips for Immune Function

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In this episode Mo and Miles sit down with elite OCR Master athlete Charles “Jazz” Vassallo. Jazz hails from Brooklyn, NY and is in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

We talk about :

  • Getting furloughed from his training job due to COVID-19
  • Getting creative making “kettle bells” out of sandbags, PVC pipe and a bag of rocks
  • Building your immune system with specific foods
  • Intermittent fasting
  • and more!

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Episode 216: Alyssa Hawley Talks About Her Gym, Training for Hyrox, Spartan Worlds, & Binge TV

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In this episode Mo and Miles catch up with Alyssa Hawley and chat about:

  • How she is is handling her gym & client during the quarantine
  • How training for Hyrox has made her stronger in life
  • Where her focus will be WHEN Spartan race starts back
  • Racing in Dubai
  • Her favorite tv binge series 🙂

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Episode 212: Top 5 Reasons OCR is Good for You and more

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In this episode Spartan Pro Ashley Heller and Elite Master’s Athlete Michael Mark join Coach Mo and dive deep into the psychology of racing and discuss the top 5 reasons OCR is good for your body, mind and soul. We also dive into the mental side of training and discuss the benefits of the placebo effect.  Tune in and check it out!!

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Episode 206: Spartan World Champ Robert Killian Talks Tahoe Race Controversy, His Mental Prep, Racing in Cold Weather, Iceland and More

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In this episode Spartan 2019 Spartan World Champion Robert Killian sits down with us to clear the air on the controversy revolving around Ape Hanger at the recent Tahoe Championship race. We also dive into his work with Dr. Don Wood to get him mentally race ready, how he handled the cold swim at the top of the mountain, his thoughts around the million dollar prize in Iceland, and more!

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Episode 203: Faye Stenning Talks Pre-Tahoe Recovery, Bears, The Importance of Sleep Hygiene, & More

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In this episode Mo and Miles chat with Spartan Pro Faye Stenning in the midst of her taper for Spartan World Championships in less than two weeks. We talk about:

  • Her recovery plan
  • The bear incident in West Virginia
  • Why she prioritizes sleep and sleep hygiene 
  • Training for mountain races
  • How she plans to beat her competition
  • Sex before races and for better sleep
  • and more! 

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Episode 201: Cheating Death and Finding Purpose with Sean Valigura

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In this episode Mo sits down with Operation Valor founder and Captain of the Texas OCR team The Lone Star Spartans to talk about A LOT of things… Sean Valigura has two unbelievable stories of being on death’s door and being pulled back to life each time. Through his experiences he has found purpose and passion in serving and saving the lives of the men that saved his.

We discuss:

  • Being at the right place at the right time when he had 3 consecutive heart attacks
  • Being captured and tortured during his Navy deployment
  • How he found OCR and the Lone Star Spartans
  • How and why he founded Operation Valor
  • How you can help/get involved through virtual races

To learn more about Operation Valor or to sign up for a virtual race or make a donation visit www.opvalor.org

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Episode 199: Racing Through Discomfort, Pain, & Why You Need a Sense of Desperation when Racing with Nicholas Ryker

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In this episode Mo and Miles chat with up and coming Spartan Elite Nicholas Ryker. Don’t know this young man?? Well, you soon will because he is making big waves in the elite division and is JUST getting started in OCR… Literally…. 

Although only 23 years old Nicholas has, and shares, wisdom about racing, training and mindset. A few of the key topics we discuss are:

  • If you want to win, podium, or do YOUR best why you need to race with desperation
  • 15 minutes of discomfort for a lifetime of success
  • How he races through the pain and discomfort of dislocated ribs
  • Do you really need to be skinny and lose most of your muscle to do well in OCR?
  • and more!! Again, this young man is wealth of knowledge

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Episode 198: Corrina Coffin Talks CrossFit, OCR, and More

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In this episode Mo and Miles sit down with TMX Champion, CrossFit Games Team athlete, and Spartan Pro Corrina Coffin to discuss:

  • How being raised on a horse farm with daily responsibilities helped mold her work ethic today 
  • How CrossFit training blends well with OCR racing
  • Can you be on the podium at both Stadium and Mountain series Spartan races
  • If she had to pick between CrossFit and OCR which one would she choose and why
  • Female athletes coming back stronger after having babies
  • Training without gadgets
  • and a lot more!!

This was an incredible conversation and we are excited for our next interview with Corrina!!! In the meantime, CLICK HERE to listen to this episode or download from iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Episode 197: Spartan Death Race Recap with 2x Finisher Ronald Tortola

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In this episode Mo and Miles sit down with 2x Spartan Death Race finisher Ronald Tortola to discuss and review this year’s event. Ronald gives us great insight on what it takes mentally and physically to complete such a physically and mentally grueling event! 

We cover:

  • The inner growth that happens
  • Rucking for 16hrs straight
  • Team work
  • Getting back into the race if you get DQ’d
  • The mental side of the Death Race
  • The importance of choosing the right pack/ruck
  • How the Death Race will make you better at life
  • and more!

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