Podcasts about spartan agoge

Grit is a personality trait or quality beyond talent or intelligence. It is about having the determination and resilience to overcome obstacles and stay committed to a task or objective. In this episode, we take a unique turn as we dive into the world of epic grit with special guest Clay Speakman. Clay, a distinguished entrepreneur who has navigated the complexities of building technology companies, ventured on an extraordinary 10-year journey. He conquered over 100 challenging events, including 12 ultra-marathons, the Spartan Agoge, and three 70-hour death races. In our conversation, he unveils the profound transformation he experienced through these grueling trials and shares how his epic grit philosophy can redefine success and fulfillment for anyone. We explore the power of grit, the significance of embracing challenges, how simple daily actions can transform your life, avoiding the comfort trap, and much more! Join us as we explore the boundaries of your potential and unlock the key to building lasting wealth and personal fulfillment. Tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Clay and his incredible grit journey.How grit can be developed and maintained.The importance of continually challenging yourself.History about his company EPIC GRIT.Clay provides practical tips for developing a grit mindset.He recounts his grueling experience at Death Race.Finding joy in adversity to transform your mindset.His approach to helping entrepreneurs find their grit.Avoiding the trap of seeking comfort.Upcoming plans, including a GRIT event in Georgia.Clay offers final words of advice to help find your grit.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Clay Speakman on LinkedInAllectiveThe EPIC GRIT Club on FacebookThe EPIC GRIT Club on InstagramThe EPIC GRIT Club EmailSpartan AgogeCanadian Death RaceAsset Management Mastery Facebook GroupBreak of Day CapitalBreak of Day Capital InstagramBreak of Day Capital YouTubeGary Lipsky on LinkedInJoseph Fang on LinkedIn

60+ hodín. Premočený a zmrznutý na kosť, bez spánku a takmer bez jedla. Kto by sa na niečo také dal? A prečo? Je to výzva. Podľa Filipa, účastníka Spartan Agoge v r. 2022, to je neopísateľný zážitok, ktorý ho naučil veľa o sebe samom. Najmä, že keď si už myslí, že je na konci svojich síl, v skutočnosti má ešte nejakých 70%. V dnešnom interview sa s tebou podelí o detaily - aspoň o tie, ktoré si ešte pamätá :D Filipov IG @filipdemeter --- Spoj sa so mnou: FB: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.weiss.3192 IG @performanceoptimized Facebook skupina: https://www.facebook.com/groups/803033073180211/ Otázky posielajte na otazky@danweiss.eu

Végig csinálta a világ egyik legdurvább fizikai kihívását a Spartan Agoge-t, hogy megküzdjön a démonaival és átírja a sorsot, amit egy alkoholista családban felnőve kapott. Ma boldog családapa, és sokaknak segít életmódtanácsadóként nem csak a küzdésben, de az étkezésben, sőt a hitben is. Benkovics Péter a vendégem ma este!

Nacido y crecido en Ciudad de México. Lleva en USA 6 años. Trabaja en @Hocoma, una compañía que se dedica a hacer robots para rehabilitación, específicamente exoesqueletos. En Hocoma es Manager de su departamento de aplicaciones clínicas. Un amante del Endurance (alto rendimiento), graduado de Spartan Agoge 002, Krypteia en Spartan Extreme Endurance Agoge 004, 005, 009, múltiples Spartan Hurricane Heat en USA y en Mexico, marshal para Hunter Endurance en 2017, y actualmente VP de Operaciones en Redpath: Quest 003 Performance Group

On this weeks Podcast Jake, Graham, John and Aaron discuss the recent Game Changers Documentary and why you shouldn't get your nutrition advice from Netflix. John also discusses his recent Roots Adventure Night Race, and we discuss the recent Agoge and how its changed since a couple of years ago. @Spartanrace @Rootsadventure @Spartanextreme Trust me its a good one & its all available on iTunes, Spotify and all other decent podcast apps! Rise & Grind Host Details: Jake Barber – @Riseandgrindrunning Graham Roberts – @ispiremc John Chambers – @idesignthisway George Edwards – @ge_training Aaron Selfe – @the.a_ron126 Glenn Coleman – @glennyc1981

Danielle Reick is tougher than you are. In this highly engaging podcast, Danielle tells stories about being the first person to earn the Spartan Delta after completing the Spartan Agoge and what it feels like to keep pushing, even when failure is certain. Danielle also shares some questionable nutrition tips, like swallowing your own vomit. “I need those calories! I’m not going to just throw them up.” Danielle is tough but it’s really her sense of humor that shines here.    Find out more about the Spartan Trail Race Series brought to you By Altra https://www.spartan.com/en/trail -- Follow Spartan Trail on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartantrail/ Follow Luis Escobar https://www.instagram.com/luis_escobar/ Follow Charlie Engle https://www.instagram.com/charlieengle/ Follow Spartan Up Podcasts https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Altra https://www.altrarunning.com -- Brought to you by Trail Runner magazine, the authority in off-road running. Head over to trailrunnermag.com to find training articles, interviews, upcoming races and more --   © 2019 Spartan

Josue Stephens talks about his new role(s) with Spartan and invites us all to take on an adventure of a lifetime in Namibia, Africa. Todays Podcast is sponsored by: 2019 Rugged Maniac - New obstacles, and new tech tee finisher shirts! Show Notes: Spartan - Namibia Agoge Support Us On Patreon  

An adaptive professional athlete, veteran,and Adaptive Athletes Liaison for Operation Enduring Warrior he has been “Lopezing” friends, comrades and racers sparking their passion and fortitude to conquer the obstacles of life and on the course - over walls, up the ropes and on extended endurance challenges, all with one arm and a ceaseless smile on his face. The excuse destroyer knows you can do more than you think you can! In this interview Lopez gets honest about the difficulties he faced, even considering suicide at one point, and how he found the passion to get others moving. Lessons: • You decide how you define yourself
 • It’s important to clearly define your mission  
 • No matter what, just keep walking 
 • Make someone’s day better, be a “spark” in their life
 • Always put things in perspective 
 • Learn what hard work actually means 
 • Love the fear of a new direction 
 • Use what bothers you as fuel 
 • Your story is not who you were, but who you are and want to BECOME 
 • Be better today then you were yesterday 
 • Don’t be afraid of the “hurt”
 LINKS: Spartan Elite Para Heat https://www.spartan.com/en/race/detail/4011/overview?filter=para Operation Enduring Warrior https://www.enduringwarrior.org/ Jonathan Lopez https://www.instagram.com/lopez.oew/ Spartan Agoge https://www.spartan.com/en/race/endurance-events/endurance-events-overview?article=29031 This episode of “Spartan Up!”  is sponsored by Athletic Greens.  Get 20 travel packs free when you order at https://athleticgreens.com/spartan Time Stamps: 0:00 host intro 0:33 Athletic Greens special offer 1:00 interview begins 1:40 does injury define you? 3:00 don’t take no for an answer 4:00 what is your mission? 6:00 inspiring strangers 7:40 athletic greens break 11:50 Elite Spartan Para Race info 12:27 interview continues 13:55 turning what bothers you into fuel 14:14 attempted suicide 15:00 you story as who you want to become 16:00 Spartan’s contribution to the adapted athlete community 17:45 Obstacle course racing as confidence building courses 19:00 Sefra, Angle, Johnny & Joe discuss the interview 24:15 Athletic Greens close SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye. Synopsis – Sefra Alexandra Production Assistant - Andrea Hagarty © 2018 Spartan

For 200 episodes Joe and the podcast team have been seeking the secrets to living the Spartan Way.  This week Col. Nye turns things around asking Joe what that process has taught him, and then he digs in and asks Joe’s wife Courtney if all this stuff is for real. Courtney doesn’t make many public appearances, so you won’t want to miss this one. Hear what happened when she spotted an eccentric barefoot runner in a wetsuit running in her direction.  Clearly, she’s a true Spartan!   This week’s show takes place at the scene of Spartan Agoge 009 in Pittsfield, VT. Joe, the Col. and special guest Zach Even-Esh talk about some of their favorite takeaways and how they inspired Joe’s new book The Spartan Way.   Lessons: You were born with all the tools you need to get through life. You don’t necessarily need any new ones. Practice adversity. Be passionate, but have fun. Links: The Spartan Way | Joe De Sena | Macmillan This episode of “Spartan Up!”  is sponsored by Athletic Greens.  Get 20 travel packs FREE when you order at https://athleticgreens.com/spartan    SUBSCRIBE:   Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow   YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT   Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP:   Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS:   Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc.   Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye with special guest this week Zach Even-Esh   Synopsis – Matt Baatz   © 2018 Spartan  

016 - Peter Cossaboon - Blind Pete Shares his Story and His Life of Conquering Endurance and Obstacle Course Races as a Visually Impaired Athlete In this episode I interview Peter Cossaboon. Peter is well known in the world of obstacle course racing. Peter races and he happens to also be visually impaired. Peter has a tenacious passion for completing in some of the toughest obstacle races in the world, with his guide running alongside him. His race portfolio is extensive including the Spartan Super, the Spartan Sprint, the Spartan AGOGE, Tough Mudders, the Savage Race, and more. He has qualified for the Spartan World Championship and the Obstacle Course Racing World Championship. Pete is also involved in various organizations, some focused on returning wounded veterans, he is sponsored by Asea, Longevity Fitness, The Original Warrior Pack, Legend Bourne, and Burst Energy Gel. Peter Cossaboon often goes by the name "Blind Pete.” He also raises awareness for the visually impaired community and we talk about some of the things he works on in this realm. Listen in to learn how Peter Cossaboon adapted. Find Pete on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/blindpete72/ Joey McGlamory on Facebook and Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/Joey.McGlamory https://www.instagram.com/joey.mcglamory/ Orgs talked about on the show: https://www.oscarmike.org https://www.facebook.com/MoreHeartThanScars/ https://www.facebook.com/TeamBelieve923/ This podcast is brought to you by Living Adaptive with Scott Davidson. Go to www.livingadaptive.com for more information. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/living_adaptive/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingadaptive/

Underground strength coach Zach Even-Esh has a unique distinction, the only guest to be interviewed three times in Spartan Up! During the insane weekend that in Pittsfield, Vermont (birthplace of Spartan Race,) that contained the Spartan Wrestling Camp, Spartan Agoge and a series of Podcasts, Col. Nye made time to check in with with Spartan up regular Zach Even-Esh. Meanwhile the Summer Agoge class is fire walking at Spartan’s own Area 51.  They talk about how Zach trains youth, not just for wrestling, but for life. How the camp trains the mind is paramount, and the true foundation of strength. As always, Even-Esh is a wellspring of inspiration. Lessons: 1. True strength must transcend gym walls.
 2. Convenience and excellence are never found on the same road.
 3. To be great at something, genuinely care.
 Links: Spartan Wrestling Camp - http://www.spartanwrestlingcamp.com/ About Zach http://ZachEven-Esh.com Encyclopedia of Underground Strength http://a.co/0QR1FTs Underground Strength Coach http://UndergroundStrengthCoach.com Underground Strength Cert http://UndergroundStrengthCert.com   This episode of Spartan Up is brought to you by Health IQ. Health IQ is an insurance company that helps obstacle racers like you get lower rates on your life insurance.  Go to healthiq.com/spartanup to see if you qualify.   SUBSCRIBE: iTunes: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay   FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod   CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, Col. Tim Nye, & Dr. Delle Synopsis – Matt Baatz © 2017 Spartan

Our time and energy are the most precious things we can give to another human. - Earl Granville Operation Enduring Warrior is a 100% volunteer-based organization composed of current and former members of the military, family members, and patriotic citizens who wish to give back to our nation’s wounded veterans. Their program helps participants overcome adversity and hardship through innovation, teamwork, and perseverance. JOIN THE FACEBOOK GROUP | REVIEW THIS PODCAST Join us on Wellness Force Radio 138 as we talk with Jonathan Lopez and Earl Granville, both military veterans and amputees, who are members of Operation Enduring Warrior and have a mission to help our wounded soldiers live life to the fullest.   Links From Today's Show: Operation Enduring Warrior: Website Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Jonathan Lopez: Facebook Instagram Earl Granville Facebook Twitter Spartan Race Inc. Obstacle Course Races United States Army Special Forces selection and training Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge - NBC.com Unbeatable Mind - Mental Toughness Training by Mark Divine Spartan Honor Series Nick "The Raging Panda" Koulchar Jonathan's Rope Climb Video Oscar Mike Fort Benning Fort Carson West Point Fort Campbell Fort Knox Listen To Episode 138 as Jonathan and Earl Uncover: Why 100% of efforts for OEW are volunteer-based How OEW is fostering the lost connection and lack of comradery that affects many of our veterans after the military The emotional healing our soldiers go through after suffering injuries How Jonathan and Earl are motivating our wounded veterans to live an active lifestyle Developing a purpose that's bigger than yourself How giving our time and energy to others can help us create a fulfilling life Finding a sense of community and connection How to mentally navigate the 32-mile Spartan Ultra-Beast course The deeper motivation we receive when helping our fellow brothers and sisters Learning to adapt to life's challenges and meet our goals in different ways How we can tap into the fuel, fire, and motivation to rise out of the darkest moments in life Ways to shift perspective and pull ourselves out of the victim mentality How to recover and move forward in life after suffering a tremendous loss The impact we feel from helping others who have nothing to give in return Power Quotes from Jonathan and Earl   "We need local communities to come together and support our country's veterans." - Jonathan Lopez "I realized that playing the victim wouldn't get me anywhere. I had to get back out there and live my life." - Earl Granville "Each step forward is another step closer to the finish line." - Earl Granville "Life will never go 100% according to plan. We must be able to adapt and overcome." - Earl Granville "Die first, then quit." - Jonathan Lopez "This obstacle is more than just a 6-foot wall. It's an obstacle for someone who was laying in a hospital bed being told they would never walk again." - Jonathan Lopez "Our time and energy are the most precious things we can give to another human." - Earl Granville "Operation Enduring Warrior fosters the comradery many veterans lose after removing their uniform." - Jonathan Lopez About Operation Enduring Warrior Operation Enduring Warrior is a 100% volunteer organization composed of current and former members of the military, family members, and patriotic citizens who wish to give back to our nation’s wounded veterans. The team members who don the mask are members of the Masked Athlete Team (MAT).  These members have gone through a rigorous selection process known as Warrior INDOC. This in-depth process is composed of several phases of personal, professional and physical analysis, fundraising abilities, and teamwork assessment. The final phase is a 48-hour physical and mental endurance component during which candidates complete a series of challenges under the close supervision of selected team members. Candidates who successfully complete this stage may then be invited to join the ranks of the Team. Completion rate from start to finish is often times less than 20%. We also rely heavily on our OEW Community Ambassadors (OCAs). These are selfless men and women who have chosen to take up the banner of our cause to honor, empower and motivate wounded veterans.  They accomplish this by fundraising on behalf of the team, arranging social events, and participating in a wide variety of athletic events in our branded gear (gas masks not allowed). Often these athletes will run alongside the MAT at events. The OCA members are invaluable to the success of our mission. Become an OEW Community Ambassador (OCA) Our Community Ambassadors (OCAs) are volunteer supporters who wish to assist in raising awareness and donations for OEW through spreading the word, participating in local community events wearing OEW branded gear, and promoting our cause through social media outlets. The OCA program was established to give everyone across the country the opportunity to personally support our nation’s wounded service members and their families. While only our Masked Athlete Team assist our wounded veterans at athletic events, all of our OCAs can assist in the community! Whether you are participating in your first event, or are a seasoned athlete, or are acting as a volunteer in one of many ways, your efforts can make a difference in the quality of life for our wounded service members! Check our Facebook page for updates and events where the OEW Team calls all existing and aspiring Community Ambassadors to join us in our mission to, “Honor, Empower and Motivate” our nation’s wounded service members. Click here to Join the OCA Community! Join The Operation Enduring Warrior Team If you would like to sign up as an OCA, please visit enduringwarrior.kintera.org and click on Community Ambassador Registration. Once you are registered as an OEW Community Ambassador, you are eligible to join our closed Facebook OCA group. Please email info@enduringwarrior.org for further instructions on how to join. About Jonathan Lopez Previous to 2000, Jonathan was a highly-motivated infantry soldier on a successful career trajectory. He had completed Airborne training, the Ranger Indoctrination program and trained abroad with the Belgium Commandos. He deployed with the first infantry division and had just attended Special Forces Assessment and Selection – when the universe decided it had other plans for him. While he does not have much in the way of actual memory of the accident itself, he was told that he had been hit by a drunk driver while on his motorcycle. He has a vague memory of laying on the pavement, a helicopter, doctors speaking in German desperately working on him and the plane ride leading to his arrival at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington DC. He was told he had suffered multiple injuries, including the loss and subsequent amputation of his left arm. Jonathan was subjected to many surgeries the first couple of months to replace his tibia and femur with titanium rods and multiple bone grafts. The loss of his arm was overshadowed by the overwhelming concern of never being able to walk again. Jonathan Lopez was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army in 2001 following the amputation of his left arm. But having one arm hasn't stopped Lopez from competing in Spartan races and even climbing a 30-foot rope. With the help of Operation Enduring Warrior, a veterans charity that helps "facilitate the physical, mental and emotional rehabilitation of our nation's wounded service," Lopez has been able to participate in Spartan races, even in spite of his disability. About Earl Granville A nine-year veteran of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard as an infantryman, Granville served in support of Operation Joint Forge in Bosnia, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. In the summer of 2008, while on patrol in Zormat, Afghanistan, his vehicle was hit by a roadside bomb, resulting in the amputation of his left leg through his knee. His comrades, Specialist Derek Holland, of Wind Gap, Pennsylvania, and Major Scott Haggerty, of Stillwater, Oklahoma, were killed in action. In December 2010, Granville suffered the loss of his twin brother, Staff Sergeant Joseph Granville, who took his own life. Today, Granville speaks publicly about the importance of finding professional help when coping with mental distress, particularly for members of the military who have served in combat. In addition to speaking engagements, Granville competes in adaptive sports, including monoski, sled hockey and in GoRuck Endurance Challenges and Spartan Races. He has competed in numerous marathons across the county on a hand bicycle, including the Marine Corps Marathon and races in Boston, Detroit, Chicago and New York. He ran two half marathons alongside Operation Enduring Warrior is a finisher of the 2016 Bataan Death Memorial March; and completed the Spartan Agoge, a 60-hour endurance event. He is a team member of Operation Enduring Warrior, a non-profit organization managed by veterans, and he is the lead ambassador of Oscar Mike, an American-made apparel company founded by veterans. 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Wearing a pageant sash did not come naturally to Neely Fortune, that’s why she did it. Her challenges with social anxiety, especially in public speaking, were what spurred her into the pageant world in the first place. Then she used the platform to promote PTSD awareness, a cause close to her heart. Through a number of happy coincidences it lead her to Spartan Race, the Death Race all eventually to a role as Race Director of a Spartan Agoge. In this episode Neely talks about the qualities that enabled her rising fortunes. Lessons:   1. Seek out situations that will give you the qualities you seek.
 2. Find your area of weakness and tackle it.
 3. Pursue your passions to the fullest extent and see where they lead. 
 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay CREDITS Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, Col. Tim Nye, & Dr. Delle Synopsis – Matt Baatz © 2017 Spartan

The sole survivor in a vehicle obliterated by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan, Earl Granville had to find a way to get up again, but with only one leg remaining. This interview transpired after Granville completed the seventy+ mile, sixty hour adventure known as Spartan Agoge, so clearly he is well on his way.  As if the accident weren’t bad enough, Granville’s twin brother took his own life, but in his greatest tragedy he also found his redemption. As a motivational speaker, he has used his misfortune to be in service to others. Granville’s life so far is a testament to the Nietzsche truism, “He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.” Lessons:     1.    Sometimes the most unfortunate people are the ones who are never tested.     2.    We should honor the privilege of being alive by giving back.     3.    The upside of adversity is that it can be harnessed to find your passion.

Before retiring Sgt. Major Frank Grippe was the senior enlisted Soldier for US Central Command in charge of military operations in 20 countries in Northern Africa, Central Asia and the Middle East. He came out of the subzero weather of the Spartan Agoge to share his wisdom of grit hard earned through his 30 years as a ranger in the army. His is decidedly a no nonsense approach. Grippe knew what he wanted and simply did the job day in and day out, learned all he could from the best mentors he could find and when the opportunities to advance presented themselves, he was ready. He has gone through life with a single minded purpose and one might come away with the impression that he hasn’t entertained  the idea of an alternative livelihood, even for a second. Lessons:     1.    Knowing exactly what you want makes getting it that much easier.     2.    Force of will is everything.     3.    Positions of responsibility demand complete transparency.

In this episode, Hunter interviews two-time Agoge finisher, Dylan Davis to discuss their recent experience at Kokoro Camp. In this episode, you'll learn all about: -How to survive Kokoro... -What is the most painful element of Kokoro... -What's the biggest lesson to learn from Kokoro... -What's the biggest lesson Hunter learned at Kokoro... -Would Dylan or Hunter ever go back to Kokoro... -SealFit Kokoro vs. Spartan Agoge... -And much more! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator57.mp3"]  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

After being introduced to it by music mogul , I've been practicing for the past year. Why? More than on the TM technique have been published in over 160 scientific journals. These studies were conducted at many US and international universities and research centers, including Harvard Medical School, Stanford Medical School, Yale Medical School, and UCLA Medical School...and they have shown irrefutable evidence that TM reduces insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, blood pressure, cholesterol, congestive heart failure, atherosclerosis/stroke, free radicals, blood sugar, diabetes, pain, along with higher levels of brain functioning, longevity, sleep quality and much more. The guy who taught me everything I know about TM is named Philip Land. Philip has been practicing TM for the past 40 years. But he's no woo-woo, robe-clad, Eastern mysticist. I'd instead describe Philip as a bad-ass, hunting, redneck hippie family man. But he's taught TM all over the globe, worked with celebrities and high profile politicians, and also worked in medicine, computed tomography, radiation technology, craniosacral therapy, hunting instruction, shooting, wilderness survival, and much more. So he is one very interesting man. And during our discussion, you'll discover: -How Philip, a "redneck hunting instructor" got involved in TM... -A very easy-to-understand explanation of what TM is... -Why folks like Oprah Winfrey, Jerry Seinfeld, Katy Perry, and Russell Brand practice transcendental meditation (TM) daily... -Whether you need to be religious to practice TM... -What a TM mantra is... -How I used TM during the Spartan Agoge... -The surprising changes that occur in blood or bio markers in response to TM... -The brain wave pattern and EEG response to TM... -How TM can change sleep patterns and sleep cycles, and even allow you to get by on less sleep... -The difference between TM and "biohacks" like PEMF, transcutaneous stimulation, meditation apps, etc... -Whether you really have to do TM every day... -The best way to learn TM... -And much more! Resources from this episode: - - Do you have questions, comments or feedback for Phil or I about transcendental meditation or anything else we discuss in this episode? Leave your thoughts at and one of us will reply!

The Death Race for years served as the pinnacle of theSpartan Obstacle Racing challenge, it has recently been shelved and replaced with a different type of extreme challengeThe Agoge an event that provides up to 60 continuous hours of adventure. Yet, is it as extreme as its predecessor? We speak with Dylan Davis who over the past year participated in the winter and summer Death Races and the first two installments of Agoge to get his take on what one can expect when they face this challenge. What you learn may surprise you. Does Joe De Sena, mastermind of these challenges have a plan that has yet to be revealed? Listen and draw your own conclusions. The Spartan Agoge claims to bring together physical and mental strengths while developing innovative thinkers, prudent risk-takers, and expert decision-makers.  Are you truly Spartan enough to meet this ancient rite of passage?

Col. Nye spent the weekend at the very first Spartan Winter Agoge to to get a taste of the lessons shared by instructors there.  We’ve also included a special message about Agoge’s meaning from Joe De Sena.  The Spartan Agoge is a 48 or 60 Hour test of mental and physical endurance. The goal is not just to break you down but to build you back up with greater purpose, resilience, commitment and knowledge of yourself.  The winter Agoge includes the practical survival skills you’ll need to complete the event safely even in the brutal sub zero conditions this year’s participants faced.  This is Col. Nye’s first time doing solo field interviews for Spartan Up, let us know what you think. PS- this is an episode we suggest you WATCH.

In this episode, Hunter McIntyre interviews Tony "La Tigre" Matesi, and Spartan Dylan to discuss the Spartan Agoge. In this episode you will discover: -How to prepare your mind for events like the Spartan Agoge... -How to prepare your body for endurance, cold and fatigue... -What to expect during the Agoge... -How reading about Shackleton will help you get a foot up on the game!... -And much more! Questions, comments or feedback?  Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator53.mp3"]  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

In this episode, Ben Greenfield and Hunter McIntyre interview Joe DeSena about all the nitty-gritty details of the Spartan Agoge and the Spartan Delta. Did you miss Part 1 of this series? Click here to listen to Part 1 of "What Is The Spartan Delta" with Joe DiStefano. -Why Joe is hanging out with monks in Japan... -The difference between the Spartan Agoge and the Death Race... -Why the World Championship course was so friggin' easy... -Joe's involvement with the new Spartan reality TV show... -Click here to view the Finland swimming video Ben mentions... -Click here to learn more about Spartan's 2016 "Year Of Resilience" -Click here for the official Spartan Delta information and sign-up page -Click here for the official Agoge general information page/schedule -Click here for the official February "Winter Agoge" page -Click here for the official June "Summer Agoge" page Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator50.mp3"]  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Episode 135 - We welcome back Joe Desena to the podcast in the first segment of the show. Joe answers some questions about Spartan Agoge. We learn all about what inspired it, what it is, and if it is, in fact, going to replace The Death Race. Next up is several interviews from near the finish line of the Spartan Stadium Sprint near Dallas, Texas. Before and after running all around of AT&T Stadium in Arlington, we talked to a ton of folks. They included top male finishers Brakken and McCauley Kraker, Isaiah Vidal, and Yancy Culp. In addition, we spoke with female finishers Kate Cramer, Jackie Rust, Erin Low and Megan Boyd. You will also hear from David Mick, who was interviewed to clear up a burpee miscount. Last, we talked to Dan LG, the course designer about how it all came together. Today's episode is sponsored by Savage Race. Save 10% off with code ORM any 2015 location! Today's show is also sponsored by Udder Mud Run. Use code RUNORM for $10 off registration! Show Notes Sign up for Agoge. Learn more about AT&T Stadium, aka Jerry World.