Obstacle Dominator

Hunter McIntyre is launching his own race!   OCR Stars is the Premier OCR Event for 2020 and the only race this year that qualifies you for OCRWC 2021.   Listen in for the deets! Sign up for Hunter's Academy Of Strength (HAOS) at https://huntermcintyre.com/training. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Shawn is usually interviewed for his unparalleled knowledge of the supplement industry, but this conversation steers in a very different direction right off the bat! Get connected with Shawn: Instagram: @ingredientologist www.shawnwells.com Sign up for Hunter's Academy Of Strength (HAOS) at https://huntermcintyre.com/training. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

"Shawn Wells is quite simply the World's Greatest Formulator. Period. If you want the best...it starts and ends with him." -Dr. Jacob Wilson. "A leading voice in the world of nutrition and fitness." -Fox News "Shawn is a 'rainmaker' in supplements. When it comes to supplements, he's known all over the world as the best of the best, but when it comes to never-before-seen novel ingredients, he's truly groundbreaking." -Ben Greenfield "The sexiest scientist on Earth." -Beni Gifford Get connected with Shawn: Instagram: @ingredientologist www.shawnwells.com Sign up for Hunter's Academy Of Strength (HAOS) using code "Fthevirus", which takes it from $70/month to a ridiculously low $10/month at https://huntermcintyre.com/training. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Arguably the most influential author in the world of endurance sports, Matt Fitzgerald joins us to talk about the new frontier of athletic development: the psycho-biological connection. Otherwise known as "mental game." Get Connected with Matt: Instagram: @fitzgerald.matt Check out his books here: https://mattfitzgerald.org/ Sign up for Hunter's Academy Of Strength (HAOS) using code "Fthevirus", which takes it from $70/month to a ridiculously low $10/month at https://huntermcintyre.com/training. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Hunter McIntyre has more world titles/records than you. We cover some great training content and answer listener questions. Tune in to hear the mentality and life experiences behind the brawn. Sign up for Hunter's Academy Of Strength (HAOS) using code "Fthevirus", which takes it from $70/month to a ridiculously low $10/month at https://huntermcintyre.com/training. Get connected with Hunter: Instagram: @huntthesheriff Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Ian Hosek is an elite Spartan Racer, a high level running coach that used to work for Nike and is the reigning USA Spartan Mountain Series Champion. Get connected with Ian:com/ocr_hosek" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">instagram.com/ocr_hosek Facebook: facebook.com/ocrhosek NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Tune in to hear all about: Surfing Jesus and nutrition. Watch the episode on YouTube - and remember to SUBSCRIBE! Get connected with Matthew: Facebook: MatthewWalrath Instagram: groceryninja NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Most youth in modern, Western society will never experience an intentional Rite of Passage. This gap is affecting boys and young men who often face tremendous pressure to fit into the “Man Box,” an unhealthy and inauthentic image of manhood. Journeymen facilitates vital experiences to guide the men of tomorrow to discover their authentic gifts, create a strong vision for their future, and fully engage in their lives through meaningful service and effective, heart-centered action. Get Connected with Journeymen: https://journeymen.us/ Facebook: Journeymen Instagram: @Journeymen NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Milton Mize (a valued member of the team Beni has assembled to keep him a healthy, progressing athlete) is a Doctor of Chiropractic with almost 2 decades of experience. He talks about: - The unethical medical practices insurance companies demand from their providers that are screwing patients and why he stopped working with them years ago... - A fascinating bit on where the medical industry spawned from and why that's led to so many people (incorrectly) thinking the entire chiropractic field is a "quack" practice... - His #1 recommendation for the most efficacious health practice he's come across... and much more! Get connected with Milton: Instagram: @mizechiropractic Website: www.mizechiro.com NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

In this week's episode, Beni sits down with the Hoont and Ian Hosek to discuss: - Beni's highway crash where he totals his car yet miraculously walks away without a scratch - Recap of the groups Appalachian backpacking trip (a huge female swirly twirly poop, unforgettable sunsets and hilarious trail shenanigans) - Goodbye to Tough Mudder - Talks about purpose and how to express love - and much more! Get connected with Ian and Hunter: Instagram: @ocr_hosek @huntthesheriff Facebook: Ian Hosek Hunter McIntyre NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Brian Johns is a world renowned wildlife photographer. After serving in the military, Brian became Yellowstone's official photographer. He shares some amazing stories (being surrounded by a pack of grey wolves deep in the wilderness) and insight into what it takes to capture his incredible work. Enjoy! Get connected with Brian: Instagram: @brianjohnsadventures Facebook: Brian Johns NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

YES. WE KNOW IT'S BEEN AWHILE. SHUT UP. This episode has Brakken Kraker, Hunter McIntyre, Veejay Jones and Matt Kempson.   -Brakken moves out as OD co-host, this is his farewell   -Interrupted by a random call from patron saint Hoonter and rising #leanbodysorcery star Veejay Jones   -With a Matt Kempson intro chatting about 2019's best new obstacle, Underdog 2.0   and much more! NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Alexandra Walker had already been on our radar for awhile from her consistent podium presence in almost every race she's in, but after she placed top 5 at the Spartan World Championships when no-one even had her as a dark horse, we had to have her on. We chat about: - How a girl from Texas could get top five at the biggest mountain race, with the most competition, with freezing weather AND at altitude (aka the opposite of training conditions inTexas) - Her love of Charlie the Unicorn (see below for video) - Hyrox predictions for the race this weekend between Hunter Mcyntire, Brakken, Isaiah, Ryan Kent, Matt Kempson, Jack Bauer (and several more.) and much more! Charlie Candy Mountain video: https://youtu.be/CsGYh8AacgY Get connected with Alexandra: Instagram: @alexandra_celeste_walker Facebook: Alexandra Walker Head on over to Artist Organics and use the CODE: "OBDOM" for 15% off your order NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

This episode stinks a bit of our TMZ-esque compadres (ORM) as we discuss the drama that took place online (as usual) surrounding Ryan Woods, newly re-crowned Spartan World Champ Robert Killian and bully-battling Aaron Newell...with a valuable call to action by Brakken. Head on over to Artist Organics and use the CODE: "OBDOM" for 15% off your order NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

With only 2 days before the Spartan World Championships in Lake Tahoe, Beni and Brakken thought they'd chat with the guy whos been trying repeat his championship winning performance since 2015, Robert Killian. They talk about... - What Robert has done differently this year to make the difference between another podium finish and a win. - His detailed predictions for everyones performances, such as Atkins, Johnny Luna Lima, Albon and Woods - His push for Spartan to go BACK to their previous level of harder obstacles in former years, as well as to add a full on North American Stadium Series next year and much more! Get Connected with Robert: Facebook: Robert Killian Instagram: @robert_killian Head on over to Artist Organics and use the CODE: "OBDOM" for 15% off your order NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

With the Spartan World Championships a week away, Beni and Brakken thought it was a good time to talk all things Tahoe: - Final tips and tricks for the two types of athletes hitting Tahoe: the folks shooting for top 20, and the folks looking to beat the mountain - Some EXCELLENT, high level training tips for literally getting WEEKS of training on your competition without spending anymore time training than you already are - How Beni is at risk of snapping his neck because "poor people make poor choices" - Brakken and Beni's top picks for Tahoe and much more! Head on over to Artist Organics and use the CODE: "OBDOM" for 15% off your order NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

The bulk pony returns! Previous co-host of the show, Crossfit Games athlete with 6 OCR world titles, Hunter McIntyre "The Sheriff" comes back on to chat with his buddies Brakken and Beni and as always...it's entertaining! -Hunter chats briefly about his Crossfit Games experience and his current struggling interest with thetype of training required to be a games athlete -His daily routine of massively overdosing (literally) on CBD -The increase in happiness in Hunter's life because he recently unblocked Kevin Gillotti -An example of Hunters idea of "dirty talk," and intervention with Beni (Yancy culp and Tim sinnett as well,) and some really good training talk and muuuuch more! Get Connected with Hunter: Instagram: @huntthesheriff Facebook: Hunter McIntyre Head on over to Artist Organics and use the CODE: "OBDOM" for 15% off your order NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

We welcome back the most handsome man in the game, Kirk Dewindt! Kirk and Brakken dive deep into the most frequent questions they receive about workouts:  - Their favorite workout for improving speed - Their go-to workouts for improving obstacle transitions - What to do race week - How to taper/peak for races and MUCH more! Get connected with Spartan Race: Instagram: @kirkdewindt Facebook: Kirk Dewindt NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

World of fitness...we have a new WORLD RECORD! Set by our own co-host Brakken Kraker. Listen in for the deets. BUT, this episode is really about David Watson and the massive amount of insider info he brings to the table as the VP of Product for the biggest name in OCR; Spartan Race. We talk about: - The new qualifying standards for ALL elite waves in 2020 (FINALLY, AFTER YEARS OF ANTICIPATION!) - Controversial topics such as "Truss-gate" in Jacksonville with Ryan Woods and how the company has had to evolve to keep up with it's own goals as well as the competitors - David's international foray into West Africa executing secret projects for Spartan Race involving Kenyan runners who casually run 2:09 marathons and MUCH more! Get connected with Spartan Race: Instagram: @Spartanrace & @Spartan Facebook: Spartan Race NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now. Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Aaron Newell has been all over OCR news lately, and we would be remiss to not chat about his break out race at the North American Championships (NORAM,)...but we took a turn to see who he was as a young man, and Aaron opened up. We explore: -How his violent relationship with his father drove him to spend hours every day running, competitive rock climbing and nordic skiing (earning him title of New York State Champ) -His dislike of boy scouts, love of chocolate milk and struggle with constant injuries for years -Where he's headed in the sport ...and much more! Get connected with Aaron: Facebook: Aaron Newell Instagram: @aaronnewell93 NEW TRAINING GUIDE HAS ARRIVED! Go to obstacledominator.com and use code "OBDOMVIP" for 20% off the entire package. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

It's NORAM time! Brakken is busy buffing his shiny head, so Beni shacked up in a cabin with Veejay Jones in the mountains of Stratton, Vermont. - Just hours before go time for the 3k North American Champs, Beni asks Veejay what his plans and predictions are...and he comes out swinging! - Just after finishing, the two rejoin to recap the details of the race; what it's like to race head-to-head with legend Ryan Atkins, the complexity of the obstacles and exactly how accurate (or not) his predictions were... - Some great not-so-rapid rapid-fire questions... ...and much more! Get Connected with Veejay: Instagram: veejay_jones Facebook: Veejay Jones Submit and get your questions answered: Instagram: @obstacledominator www.obstacledominator.com Obstacle Dominator Training Guide coming soon! Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Tyler Veerman makes his first appearance on the OD podcast right after his big breakout race in Utah at the series finale of the US Spartan National Series, where he took down some of the biggest names in the sport; Ryan Kempson, Ryan Kent, Ryan Roods, Robert Killian, Cody Moat etc. We chat about: -His extremely unusual athletic background... -A little chat about the Crossfit Games and Hunter Mcyntires presence there live this weekend... -Tyler's goal of top at the Spartan World champs in Taho... -A peak into his training that's propelled him to where he's at (and going)... ...and much more! Don't forget to tune in and watch the GRIT GAMES this SUNDAY starting at 8am. Here's the llink: https://www.facebook.com/gritfitnesstx/ Get connected with Tyler: Facebook: Tyler Veerman Instagram: @tveerman_ocr Submit and get your questions answered: Instagram: @obstacledominator www.obstacledominator.com Obstacle Dominator Training Guide coming soon! Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Time to answer your questions, you fantastic listeners you! -Lots of questions of training, Stadion racing tips and fueling... -Kirk Dewindt fires off some trash talk that leaves Brakken defenseless (but is then rescued by Beni)... -A bold statement about "smoking you so bad you'll retire" to both the show hosts from a listener call-in... ...and much more! Submit and get your questions answered: Instagram: @obstacledominator www.obstacledominator.com Obstacle Dominator Training Guide coming soon! Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

After a month break Beni and Brakken are back, and with quite a different look. They cover some GREAT content as well as... -WHY such a long time with no episode (and how thats related to why Beni is now missing several teeth, including one of the front ones...) -A recap of the Dallas Stadium, Brakken's first ultra trail race (50k) and a look forward at the final race of the US Spartan Series in Utah... -Common HUGE gaps in understanding of absolutely BASIC training principles... -Beni's new sub 5 mile PR and Brakkens new post-collegiate mile PR... ...and much more! THE OBSTACLE DOMINATOR GUIDE IS INDEED COMING SOON Give us a rating on iTunes (or wherever the hell you listen to us) As well as follow us on IG (and Facebook but, bleh. FB is dead.) @obstacledominator Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

This episode is one of the only two times that Yuri Force (the highest performing of the most underrated athletes in the sport) has been interviewed. With over 30 (probably 40) Savage Race 1st place wins, Brakken and Beni had to chat with the guy who runs at the top WHEREVER he shows up. They find out: -How Yuri has naturally been hitting the endurance training on the head even though he has no idea what he's doing... -A LOT of in depth information of training... -Beni tells the tail of when a bunch of people made him cry at the Atlanta airport... -A fitness challenge issued to the listeners... ...and much more! Get connected with Yuri: Facebook: Yuri Force Instagram: @foxforce13 Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

It's time to get to know Brakken! The OD hosts have been wanting to open up the range of topics discussed on the podcast and thought a great way to do that would be to interview and get to know Brakken as the person he is 1st and athlete second. We chat about... -How the parenting landscape has changed from his childhood compared to current day when Brakken had CPS called on him and his wife one evening for the activity they were doing in a parking lot with their kiddos... -The difference growing up in a passion driven home can make on a kids adult life... -Brakken's total denial of Beni's attempt to get him to try shrooms... ...and much more! Get connected with Brakken: Facebook: Brakken Kraker Instagram: @brakkenkraker Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

HEY. OD had Johnny on the books BEFORE Big Bear, there was just a scheduling conflict...but we got him now! Beni and Brakken chat with Johnny from a suprisingly audio-friendly car situation on top of a mountain. They chat about... -The deets on Johnny's HUGE break out win against an extremely stacked field at Spartan US Series race the Big Bear Beast last weekend... -His knowledge on how to prepare specifically for the aggressive stimulus your body recieves during a race... -Beni accidentally outs a secret of Brakken on the pood... -Some not so detailed deets about the upcoming Obstacle Dominator training guide 3.0... ...and much more! Get Connected with Johnny: Facebook: Johnny Luna Lima Instagram: @johnnylunalima Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Sticher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

One of the biggest names of the old-gaurd in OCR, over 30 podiums at BIG races (Spartan World Championships, Battlefrog Championships) and THE TMX Female World Champion (and runner up the following year,) Corinna Coffin is BACK with a 2nd place win at the 2nd stop of the Spartan Stadion series in DC at Nationals Park and an interview with Brakken and Beni. They chat about: -Her accomplishment of competing in the Crossfit Games and completing grad school at The University of Utah for Sports Nutrition... -Her race in DC and plans to throw down in rest of the stadion series this year... -What Beni said about her when he didn't know her boyfriend was standing right next to him at that race... ...and much more! Get Connected with Corinna: Instagram: @cscoffin13 Obstacle Dominator Training 3.0 guide coming at you in June! Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Sticher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

The Stadium Series athletes know his name, but it's time to introduce the rest of the OCR community to Bo Muzikowski. From inner city Chicago to Ivy Leaguer to Spartan Stadium Series Champion, Bo has as unique of a backstory as you'll find in our sport: - how being home schooled prepared him for endurance sports... - his connection to Keanu Reeves... - overcoming training injuries... ...and much more! Get connected with Bo: Facebook: Bo Muzikowski Instagram: @bomuzikowski Obstacle Dominator Training 3.0 guide coming at you in June! Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Sticher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Everyone knows the "old gaurd" (Lyndsey, Amelia, Rose etc,) so lets get to know one of the new girls who are coming in and consistenly nabbing podiums and top 5 places at top races, Leigh Ann Wasteney (pronounced waste-uh-knee): -Leigh's childhood being raised on a farm... -Her trifecta as a triple sport collegiate athlete... -News that Hobie Call will come out of retirement and train to win the Spartan World Championships IF Joe Desena decides to reverse his decision to have the WC race on Sunday instead of Saturday... ...and much more! Get connected with Leigh-Anne: Facebook: Leigh Anne Wasteney Instagram: @leighanne-wasteney Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Sticher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Brakken and Beni decide to have a chat talking about some of the aftermath of the end of last episode where Beni brought up alot of instances of Isaiah Vidal cheating, as well as covering a wide range of topics such as: -How butt sex is alot like alcohol... -An official invite to Isaiah to come on the podcast to chat with B&B about the accusations leveled at him... -Why Beni is now trail running with a weapon on him... ...and much more! OBSTACLE DOMINATOR TRAINING GUIDE 3.0 IS BEING RELEASED IN MAY! Keep your eyes peeled like a banana. Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Welcome to stat city. Watch how Jack Bauer brings statistical backed facts to the realm of shit talking, showing who's hot and who's not in OCR...as well as some super controversial heated arguments between Beni and Brakken at the end of the episode covering: -How (with cited sources) Isaiah Vidal is by FAR the athlete with the most complaints filed against him for mid race unsportsmanlike conduct (and the juicy deets of those instances)... -The argument that Hobie Call is NOT the greatest OCR athlete because he's just been riding the title of "godfather" to his victories... -Defense of the statement that Robert Killian has greater range than Ryan Atkins does... ...and muuuuuuch more! Get Connected with Jack: Facebook: Jack Bauer Instagram: jack_bauer_ocr Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Soon to have his huge breakthrough race (fingers crossed for Seattle Spartan tomorrow,) and runner up for the the co-host position behind Brakken, Kirk Dewindt comes on to chat about: -Beni's massage from an Asian lady that...well, we're still not sure if it was an "Asian massage." -Kirks 4:09 miles and track history... -The pro's significant others in OCR... -A little trash talk from an audio clip a listener sent in... ...and much more! Get connected with Kirk: Facebook: Kirk Dewindt Instagram: @kirkdewindtpt Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Although Brakken and Beni skipped the train for an April fools joke, they took advantage of the March fever to bring you March Shoe Madness where they break down a bracket get the final answer on best OCR SHOE. Arguing back and forth for they're picks, they cover: -the 16 most popular OCR shoes available... -traction, durability, weight, water retention, fit, protection and comfort... -stories about fails and victories in the different models... -and a PSA announcment from Beni that you probably want to hear if you're using CBD oil... Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Brakken and Beni spend this episode chatting with Beni and Brakken about things that Brakken and Beni think about things.  -A rant from Brakken about people (mostly the pros) beginning and ending each race with a safe padding of social media proclaimed excuses... -Beni's struggle with caring TOO much about what other people think, yet learning that there can be a healthy level of that... -A conspiracy theory (and a suprisingly realistic possibility) surrounding the Ryan Woods Truss-Gate event, spurred by reviewing the recent John Penland fire jump debaucle... -A preview of the sexy (lit, sick, totally rad) NEW OBSTACLE DOMINATOR TRAINING GUIDE to be released very soon... ...and much more! Get connected with Brakken and Beni: Facebook: Brakken Kraker/Beni Gifford Instagram: @brakkenkraker/@benigifford Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Spartan Pro Team athlete, Drop the Hammer, Man-bun extroadinaire Ryan Kent joins Beni and Brakken today in what was supposed to be a usual interview, but then turned into the real talk episode about..well, lots of stuff: -The not so glamourous reality of being a full time professional Spartan Racer -How participating on the tv show (and being the first ever to complete) The Selection mentally, emotionally and physically wrecked Ryan for months afterwards -His undefeated USA 8k record that he set at 8 years old and much more! Get Connected with Ryan: Facebook: Ryan Kent Instagram: @dr0p_the_hammer   Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Speaking of people who have beat Beni, the 6'2 195 lb beast from South Africa Thomas Van Tonder chats with the OD duo today. They cover: -How he is one of the only 3 Redbull Sponsored OCR Athletes in the world... -How, contrary to popular belief, he does not regularly train with lions and giraffes... -The argument that even the most obstacle dense OCR (OCRWC 3K 2019) was still geared towards the fastest runner... -His personal record of nonstop 300m+ monkeybar traverse, and why the racing scene in South Africa is so awesome... ...and much more! Get Connected with Thomas: Facebook: Thomas Van Tonder Instagram: @thomas_ocr Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Last week we interviewed the male winner of the Jacksonville Spartan US Series race, this week we've got the female winner; multiple x OCR World Champion, accomplished rock climber, a Spartan Pro Team member who definitely runs faster than you...Nicole Mericle! We chat about: -Nicole's target to take down Lindsey Webster in 2019 (and how she's already taken down Beni in a Spartan this year...) -Her blow by blow of the Jacksonville Super... -Brakkens unsung heroism on the Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge tv show on NBC... ...and much more! Get connected with Nicole! Facebook: Nicole Mericle Instagram: @nickeldm Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

After his dominant breakout race in Jacksonville at the 1st event of the Spartan US Series, we had to break Ryan Kempsons OD cherry and have him (and his similarly dominant brother Matt) on to chat about: -Ryan's big win in Jacksonville against a HUGE stacked field (Atkins, Woods, Killian, DeWindt etc)... -The team feeling between him and his brother instead of the usually sibling rivalry... -His struggle and triumph through long lasting injury... ...and much more! Get connected with Ryan and Matt: Facebook: Ryan Kempson/Matt Kempson Instagram: @coach_kempson/@rockymountainkempson Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

While Hunter's focus moves solely to Crossfit, Obstacle Dominator refocuses with a NEW host, marking the beginning of season 3 and some BIG, EXCITING changes. But who IS the new co-host to complete the sweet sweet Beni OD-partnership? -A man who has beaten EVERY name in Spartan Race (Jon Albon, Hobie Call, Ryan Atkins, Hunter Mcyntire, Robert Killian etc) except for Cody Moat and Sergei Perelygin -A true OG of OCR, proven by the fact that he's been around long enough to be one of the few that is still owed prize money by the long deceased Superhero Scramble -The most well read and educated competitive athlete in the sport on health and fitness, and all things OCR -A multiple time Spartan Series champ Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

So much in this episode! Beni has a convo with 3 of the best athletes in OCR: Veejay Jones (20 yr old on the Spartan Pro Team, undefeated in 2019), Nikolaj Dam (Denmark athlete, 5th at OCRWC 15K...beating Ryan Atkins btw) and Leon Kofoed (7th at OCRWC 3K). We cover: -Beni breaking his Spartan Race 3 1/2 year fast (losing to Veejay, but beating both the Danes) -Nikolaj's masters in exercise science and how he and Leon are in the US for several weeks to train at altitude and kick American ass in Spartan -Veejay's juicy runners booty and Leon's hand that is the size of his face cause he droppped the Yokahoma tire on it mid race -A first person breakdown of the crazy, 10+ lead changing Spartan Super and Sprint weekend from which all 4 people in the room are still unshowered and nasty from... and much more! Get Connected with Veejay, Nikolaj and Leon! Instagram: @veejay_jones / @nikolajdam_ocr / @leonkofoed_ocr Facebook: Veejay Jones / Nikolaj Dam / Leon Kofoed Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

Every couple of a years a new dark horse stud muffin makes their way into our growing sport of OCR. In 2018, that was Rebecca Hammond. Collegiate runner turned obstacle racer, Rebecca shocked the field by literally fumbling her way to a 2nd place in a series Spartan Race, taking down the champ of the females, Lindsay Webster in the process. We chat about: -Becca's background and why she's chosen OCR as her home to drop the hammer... -Hunter's obssesion with Zimbabwe and super charged dislike of hippies and "spiritual people." -How Beni is apparently turning into an athletic pothead... ...And much more! Get connected with Rebecca! Instagram: @becchamm Facebook: Rebecca Hammond Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)    

While Hunter is busy doing silly crossfit things at Wodapalooza, sweet sweet Beni met up with Kellie Kauten, who is one of the leading experts on the newest, hottest supplements that is so good, Spartan Race immediately got in the game when it became legal. We're talking about CBD Oil. Listen in to learn about: -How Beni uses CBD oil to increase his weekly volume and yet STILL wake up every day recovered overnight... -Kellie's search for a solution when she was told she'd be in assisted living within 10 years (at age 40) and doctors couldn't help... -Why, though CBD is now fully legal, there are more issues with regulation than ever before... -Why smoking pot gives you nowhere NEAR the amount of health benefits of CBD... ...and much, much more! Get Connected with CBD Wellness-Artistic Organics: www.artisticorganics.com Instagram: @cbdfrisco Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

Beni and Hunter (with some baxkground Mack Roesch and Matt Kempson) bring back the most eligible bachelor in OCR: Kirk Dewindt. Front pack elite racer, Kirk got his stab at fame on the TV shows Bachelor, Bachelorette, Bachelor Pad and Bachelor in Paradise...ok, you get it. He's hot and single. Now he gets to be REALLY famous by being on the podcast. They chat about:   -Hunters curly blonde butt-fro and current living state of a perpetual fart hot-box...   -How Beni "poops from his butthole" and refuses to wear shirts...   -Kirks plan to fail 3 obstacles in the upcoming Spartan Series race to model the genuis training of Ryan Woods...   ...and much more!   Get connected: Facebook: Kirk Dewindt Instagram: @kirkdewindtpt   Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

After a holiday hiatus from poodcasting, Hoonter and sweet sweet Beni catch up over an insult-filled reunion conversation while interviewing The King of Obstacles Mack Roesch (pronounced "rush.") They talk about: -How Beni's 101 mile weekly mileage has him looking like a hairy, Israeli squirrel-monster... -Mack's short course goals for the 2019 season... -Hunter's plan to get into the Crossfit Games through battling some Asian dudes... ...and much more! Get connected with Mack: Facebook: Mack Roesch Instagram: @mackroesch Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

Hunter and Beni sit down the OG obstacle racer Brakken Kraker. Spartan Stadium series champ, long time obstacle racer and arguably the most well rounded athlete in our sport. We cover: -In DEPTH each person's man grooming habits... -The most ridiculous "workout of the week" story from Beni... -The funniest memories that Brakken and Hunter share from the old wild west days of running through totally unregulated crocodile filled swamps in the name of OCR... ...and much more! Get connected with Brakken: Instagram: @brakkenkraker Facebook: Brakken Kraker Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

Beni and Hunter nail down the owner of the OCR World Championship organization, Adrian Bijanada, for an interview about the release of the new 100m OCR World Championship event. They chat about... -The format, purpose and available details of the course...   -What is going on and what to do when certain race companies aren't paying out what they owe for prize money -Hunter's predictions for the Iceland Spartan championships... ...and much more! Get connected with Adrian: Instagram: @adrianbij Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

Beni sits down with Matt Mosman and Hoonter (kind of hoonter) to chat supplements. Matt is the CEO (Chief Endurance Officer...so clever) of EndurElite, the new super hot, super sexy, super transparent supplement that is sweeping the OCR podiums. -How his product is so good, the unsponsorable (Ryan Woods) is sponsored by it... -Hoonty needs to get some quality signal... -All the different tricks that supplement companies try and pull over on the consumers to save money on manufacturing... -As well as some tips from the supplement on how to get the most out of your supps... ...and much more! Get connected with Matt: Facebook: Endurelite Instagram: @endurelite https://endurelite.com/ Beyond Macros Nutrition Coaching Hunter has been working with for the last 2 seasons. If your goal is to nail your nutrition to a T to perform your best for upcoming races, go to beyondmacros.com/OCR to learn more and sign up. If you’re interested in 1-on-1 nutrition coaching you can set up an initial call with Matt by emailing coaches@beyondmacros.com Want to be trained personally (online) by Hunter? Email HAOSTraining@gmail.com for rates and details. Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

Hunter and Beni find Richard Diaz (the running doctor) at a coffee shop in Squaw Valley after the Spartan World Championships and sit down to chat about: -How OCR people are more fit than most average athlete from other sports... -Rich's opinion of the Truform curved treadmills... -How "you can't win if you run like shit"... ...and much more! Get connected with Rich: http://www.naturalrunningcoach.net/ Facebook: Richard Diaz Beyond Macros Nutrition Coaching Hunter has been working with for the last 2 seasons. If your goal is to nail your nutrition to a T to perform your best for upcoming races, go to beyondmacros.com/OCR to learn more and sign up. If you’re interested in 1-on-1 nutrition coaching you can set up an initial call with Matt by emailing coaches@beyondmacros.com Want to be trained personally (online) by Hunter? Email HAOSTraining@gmail.com for rates and details. Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

Ian Hosek chillaxes with Hunter and Beni in Squaw Valley CA to chat about: -How the owner of Dave's Killer bread is quite the killer... -How you can't interrupt the recording everytime someone farts (yes that's Rose Wetzel who walks by, smells the room and says "ooooh thats terrible!")... -Ian worked for Nike during their Breaking 2:00 marathon attempt and he got a deep inside look at the inner workings of how they choice and trained the athletes for the attempt... ...and much more! Beyond Macros Nutrition Coaching Hunter has been working with for the last 2 seasons. If your goal is to nail your nutrition to a T to perform your best for upcoming races, go to beyondmacros.com/OCR to learn more and sign up. If you’re interested in 1-on-1 nutrition coaching you can set up an initial call with Matt by emailing coaches@beyondmacros.com Want to be trained personally (online) by Hunter? Email HAOSTraining@gmail.com for rates and details. Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

Hunter and Beni wrangle short-short donning gollum Ryan Woods at the BeetElite party house in Lake Tahoe the day before Spartan World Championships, with a guest appearance from Rose Wetzel and Mack Roesch. They cover: -Ryan's racing kit (or lack thereof)... -Lyndsay Websters epic win at the Tougher Mudder Champs where she stuck around to help the other elite women up Everest (quarter pipe obstacle)... -Rebecca Hammonds hilarious fumble with her first time attempting the tyrolean traverse mid race (yet somehow still getting 2nd and beating Nicole Mericle)... ...and much more! Get connected with Ryan: Facebook: Ryan Woods Instagram: @rjwoodsy Beyond Macros Nutrition Coaching Hunter has been working with for the last 2 seasons. If your goal is to nail your nutrition to a T to perform your best for upcoming races, go to beyondmacros.com/OCR to learn more and sign up. If you’re interested in 1-on-1 nutrition coaching you can set up an initial call with Matt by emailing coaches@beyondmacros.com Want to be trained personally (online) by Hunter? Email HAOSTraining@gmail.com for rates and details. Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)