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We're kicking off Episode 40 with a fresh start to 2026 and a little gratitude for the fact that this podcast even exists. What started as a “let's just document things in real time” idea has turned into 40 episodes of consistency, progress, and behind-the-scenes life and business updates. That alone is a win.We talk about the chaos of the holidays, travel mishaps, brutal winter weather, and how sometimes just getting home safely feels like an accomplishment. From Christmas with family, kids organizing toys like engineers, to hunting trips that were more about camaraderie than success, it was a good reminder that seasons of life don't need to be perfect to be meaningful.We dive into fasting, ketosis, and why quarterly three-day fasts can be a powerful tool—especially when you're otherwise eating in a surplus and pushing performance. The goal isn't extremes, it's balance. Staying metabolically sharp while still building muscle is the long game.From there, we reflect on New Year's themes instead of resolutions. Progress is the word. Not massive overhauls, not identity crises—just consistent forward movement. I walk through a year-by-year timeline of major milestones over the past decade, and it's a good reminder that real momentum compounds when you commit, stay aligned, and don't jump ship every time something new pops up.We also give some transparency around product availability, shipping delays during the holidays, and what's actually happening behind the scenes. If something looks delayed, it's not because we're dragging our feet—we're moving fast, and sometimes carriers just can't keep up. We appreciate the patience more than people know.On the events side, we're fired up about upcoming meetups, retreats, Tough Mudder, seminars, competitions, and everything else stacked on the 2026 calendar. There's something happening almost every month, and the focus is making sure everything we touch is done right—not rushed, not sloppy, but genuinely high quality.We talk candidly about content, algorithms, and the frustration of seeing negativity rewarded online. The goal has never been to tear others down. It's to build something better, add value, and serve people in a way that actually improves their lives. That's the challenge moving forward—figuring out how to do that louder without compromising integrity.We wrap up by congratulating the Savage Shred winners, celebrating the transformations, and reminding everyone that long-term commitment beats short-term hacks every time. New year, same mission: progress, consistency, and doing things the right way.Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ

Alan and Ian have a cosy, chaotic, typical Swift Half blend of OCR chat, Christmas leftovers, Hybrid racing and community updates. In this festive‑flavoured episode, Ian and Alan swap Christmas stories, from Secret Santa OCR survival kits to surprise Tough Mudder infinity tickets. They dive into the highs and lows of this year's Christmas ads, explore alcohol‑free dining gems, and even plan a potential tapas‑style meet‑up in Sowerby Bridge. The pair chat about listening bars, tech‑free pubs, and the joy of gifts that hit the mark — including Ian's long‑awaited model kits. There's also the long‑overdue patron prize draw, updates on the OCR Awards, and a reminder to get those votes in before January 11th. From BBC licence debates to inflatable kettlebells in Stockholm, kissing‑booth Christmas races in Sweden, and the wild concept of ATHX Air flights to Paris, the episode is also packed with quirky festive finds suggested by the pub regulars They round things off with HYROX updates, McTuff race planning, and the importance of mapping out your 2026 race calendar. If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com.

In this week's episode of The Work, Greg kicks things off with a whirlwind recap of his quick trip up to Minnesota to see family — freezing temps, snow everywhere, and a reminder of how weird it feels spending Christmas somewhere without a white blanket on the ground.Meanwhile, I held things down in Arkansas with a weekend full of farm work, heavy lifting, and the kind of soreness you don't fully feel until the next morning. We also dive into sleep optimization — grounding sheets, cool-sleeping mattress toppers, and the little tweaks that keep recovery on point.One of the big highlights this week: White Chocolate Peppermint Keto Brick is officially live. This flavor hasn't released in years and instantly reminded both of us why it's a favorite — smooth, minty, refreshing, and dangerously easy to stockpile. Once this batch is gone, it's gone for a long while.We also talk about rolling out our new backend software system that updates inventory in real time. Translation: keep an eye on your restock notifications… some flavors might pop back up the moment we produce them.Then we get into a deeper discussion about the nutrition space — the noise, the negativity, and the influencers who build their platforms by tearing others down. We break down why we stay focused on positive, educational, sustainable messaging and why creativity and authenticity always beat reaction-based content.To wrap things up, we run through details on our upcoming Mud Run Meat-Up & Retreat happening Feb 27–Mar 1 near Austin, Texas. A small group, big steak dinners, an epic Tough Mudder run, and guest speaker Dr. Jaime Seeman — it's shaping up to be an unforgettable weekend.White Chocolate Peppermint Bricks are live, the holidays are coming quick, and January's World Carnivore Month is right around the corner.Hit play, enjoy the episode, and thanks for being part of the journey.Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ

I've always believed success comes down to commitment. Talking about goals is easy. Doing something about them is harder.Matt Brooke, Senior Vice President at Spartan and Tough Mudder, joined me to talk about a mindset that changes how people approach growth and challenge—the Pick a Date mentality. It's simple. Set a date. Put it in the calendar. Make it real. That one step gives purpose, direction, and structure to everything that follows.Matt breaks down how this idea translates beyond endurance racing into business, leadership, and everyday life. He explains how Spartan and Tough Mudder events aren't just about finishing a course but about training the mind to follow through when things get uncomfortable. We also dig into community, discipline, and how embracing failure as part of progress builds long-term resilience.If you've ever felt stuck between thinking and doing, this is the episode that will push you to take action.Key Takeaways:Commitment is clarity: Choosing a date forces you to plan, act, and move forward with purpose.Failure creates growth: Every setback is feedback that strengthens future decisions.Discipline beats motivation: Progress happens when you act regardless of how you feel.Community drives accountability: Training with others builds consistency and shared purpose.Mindset determines momentum: You can't control everything, but you can control your effort.

Savage Race reportedly had their best turn out to a race in the past 5 years!  The elite side had a pretty great turn out with an increased payout at the event and when I saw that Tyler Veerman won, I knew that I wanted to have him on the show again! We first met and interviewed him after he won the 15K at OCRWC, had dinner with him in Palmerton after the 3K, and have crossed paths with him at WTM a few times and he has always seemed like a nice guy. We talk about him living in Colorado, how his Savage race win went, what he thinks went wrong at the recent Spartan Super World Championships where he DNFed, progress made across consecutive Pike's Peak races, and much more! Be sure to follow him on Instagram and check out his website! Start – 3:18 – Intro 3:18 – 8:28 – Quick News 8:28 – 9:06 – Content Preface 9:06 – 54:40 - Tyler Veerman Interview 54:40 – End – Outro Next weekend we will hopefully be hearing about a very DEEP event! ____ News Stories: Ryan Brizzolara Married Spartan Doubles Spartan Shirts Back at Finish Joe DeSena AI Responses Joe Response Stats and Answers Biggest Savage in 5 Years Betsy Knapp Fall Spartan Virginia Sprint Podiums Spartan Sesimbra Beast Podiums Black Cat Secret Link Japanese Ad Secret Link Bad Powers Secret Link Facial Recognition Secret Link High Pot Secret Link ____ Related Episodes: 300. OCR World Championships 15K with Elites and Vendors! (Oh and Episode 300 with Live Intro/Outro and Shoutout Compilation!) 307. World's Toughest Mudder with Tyler Veerman and New Champion DJ Fox! 412. World's Toughest Mudder 2024! (Part 3: Brunch Interviews and Audio) ____ The OCR Report Patreon Supporters: Jason Dupree, Kim DeVoss, Samantha Thompson, Matt Puntin, Brad Kiehl, Charlotte Engelman, Erin Grindstaff, Hank Stefano, Arlene Stefano, Laura Ritter, Steven Ritter, Sofia Harnedy, Kenny West, Cheryl Miller, Jessica Johnson, Scott "The Fayne" Knowles, Nick Ryker, Christopher Hoover, Kevin Gregory Jr., Evan Eirich, Ashley Reis, Brent George, Justin Manning, Wendell Lagosh, Logan Nagle, Angela Bowers, Asa Coddington, Thomas Petersen, Seth Rinderknecht, Bonnie Wilson, Steve Bacon from The New England OCR Expo, Robert Landman, Shell Luccketta and Jules Estes. Sponsored Athletes: Javier Escobar, Kelly Sullivan, Ryan Brizzolara, Joshua Reid, and Kevin Gregory! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and access to our Facebook group Check out our Threadless Shop Use coupon code "adventure" for 15% off MudGear products Use coupon code "ocrreport20" for 20% off Caterpy products Use coupon code "OCRREPORT20" for 20% off Spartan, Tough Mudder, and DEKA events  Like us on Facebook: Obstacle Running Adventures Follow our podcast on Instagram: @ObstacleRunningAdventures Write us an email: obstaclerunningadventures@gmail.com Subscribe on Youtube: Obstacle Running Adventures Intro music - "Streaker" by: Straight Up Outro music - "Iron Paw" by: Dubbest

This week, Greg and I are back at it—bundled up in hoodies, talking through our new six-day training split. We've officially settled into a rhythm that feels rock-solid: structured, heavy, and sustainable. No program hopping, no gimmicks—just the basics done right and tracked with precision. I'm actually logging everything in the new app for once, and I love seeing the total volume and progression data stack up over time. The plan is to run this through the next six months and analyze how much strength and muscle we build before the next cut.We also dive into the mental side of building season—embracing that “fed” phase without letting it get sloppy. Coming out of a show, it's always tough seeing the scale creep up and the definition fade, but this is where real growth happens. The goal is to stay strategic, keep body fat within a reasonable range, and focus on true performance metrics in the gym.Tomorrow's my 34th birthday, and we're celebrating with a Keto Brick “pizza party” team day—bonfire, hoodies, keto pizzas, and good people. I'm also doing something spontaneous and fun: from now until the end of October, every Keto Brick order gets a random cash bill tucked inside. Could be a $1 bill or a $100 bill—just a little birthday giveaway to give back to the community.We touch on TV habits, disconnecting from the world, and how true rest comes from meaningful activity—whether that's training, hunting, or just unplugging. We talk about getting older, too, but in a good way—stronger, smarter, and more intentional each year. Huge shout-out to Joe Davis, who just set state and national powerlifting records at age 54, proving that age really is just a number when you live this lifestyle right.We're also planning a Tough Mudder retreat in Austin for the end of February—an intimate, hands-on “meat-up” with training, grilling, and good conversation. Between that, some deep cleaning at the brick facility, new software rollouts, and a secret brand launch on the horizon, there's a lot in motion here at Keto Savage HQ.To wrap it up, we brainstormed creating a mini-course on how to track macros properly—covering the basics of scales, portions, and common mistakes. It's something simple that could make a huge difference for folks starting out.Another great episode in the books—steady progress, good food, and plenty of fire ahead.Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ

We have been wanting to do another episode with Jason Dupree ever since he started carrying North American OCR and hybrid live streams on his back! We may be a bit bias because we have been friends with Jason for many years now but we don't believe he gets half of the credit that he deserves for what he does for both sports.   We discuss how he started live streaming these sports, how much money we are making/losing from this pursuit, how you can help support the live stream, his rebranded OCR Tech Talk, getting ahead of burnout, a near death experience with a tree on the way back from covering Spartan Blue Mountain, and much more! Please reach out to Jason or Will to see how you can reach out and help support what they are doing with the video coverage, and also consider supporting their Patreon! Start – 4:37 – Intro 4:37 – 15:35 – Quick News 15:35 – 16:24 – Content Preface 16:24 – 1:44:47 - Jason Dupree Interview 1:44:47 – End – Outro Next weekend we will hopefully be hearing about a very DEEP event! ____ News Stories: Lisa Wawrzynowski Married Midwest OCR 2026 Event Diana Codispodi Engaged Oldest Woman Triathlete Amine Dib Injury Level 99 Location in PA Spartan Medal and Shirt Changes Spartan Race Medal Tough Mudder Trifecta Pass Tough Mudder Trifecta System and No More Toughest Shell Luccketta's Cat Spartan Blue Mountain Sprint, Super, and Beast Podiums Spartan Virginia Super Podiums Clueless Scare Secret Link Actually Cheese Secret Link Swinging Activity Secret Link Social Anxiety Secret Link Fish Face Secret Link ____ Related Episodes: 92. Rugged and Raw 20k! 116. San Antonio Spartan Super and Sprint! 186. Catching Up with Jason Dupree! 443. World's Toughest Mudder 2025! (Part 1: Course Walkthrough with The OCR Report) I Am A Spartan's EPISODE 86 WITH OCR TALK'S JASON DUPREE! The Running Public's Episode 137: Jason Dupree ____ The OCR Report Patreon Supporters: Jason Dupree, Kim DeVoss, Samantha Thompson, Matt Puntin, Brad Kiehl, Charlotte Engelman, Erin Grindstaff, Hank Stefano, Arlene Stefano, Laura Ritter, Steven Ritter, Sofia Harnedy, Kenny West, Cheryl Miller, Jessica Johnson, Scott "The Fayne" Knowles, Nick Ryker, Christopher Hoover, Kevin Gregory Jr., Evan Eirich, Ashley Reis, Brent George, Justin Manning, Wendell Lagosh, Logan Nagle, Angela Bowers, Asa Coddington, Thomas Petersen, Seth Rinderknecht, Bonnie Wilson, Steve Bacon from The New England OCR Expo, Robert Landman, Shell Luccketta and Jules Estes. Sponsored Athletes: Javier Escobar, Kelly Sullivan, Ryan Brizzolara, Joshua Reid, and Kevin Gregory! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and access to our Facebook group Check out our Threadless Shop Use coupon code "adventure" for 15% off MudGear products Use coupon code "ocrreport20" for 20% off Caterpy products Use coupon code "OCRREPORT20" for 20% off Spartan, Tough Mudder, and DEKA events  Like us on Facebook: Obstacle Running Adventures Follow our podcast on Instagram: @ObstacleRunningAdventures Write us an email: obstaclerunningadventures@gmail.com Subscribe on Youtube: Obstacle Running Adventures Intro music - "Streaker" by: Straight Up Outro music - "Iron Paw" by: Dubbest

Libbie Joyce has been in the sport of obstacle course racing for a long time and has been seen as a great hope for the future of the sport (no pressure)! We had the chance to briefly meet her at World's Toughest Mudder where she helped rabbit the event helping The OCR Report. We explained that we have been wanting to have her on the show for a while and were looking for a time in the future to set it up. That time ended up being this weekend! Hear us discuss her background in the sport, her show on the UKOCR podcast feed, the changes recently made with no longer allowing young athletes to compete in the competitive waves due to insurance changes, many championship events that she has participated in this year such as Spartan Sprint Championship in Hvar, FISO OCR World Championships, plans for next year, and much more! Start – 4:43 – Intro 4:43 – 14:44 – Quick News 14:44 – 15:40 – Content Preface 15:40 – 1:07:08 - Libbie Joyce Interview 1:07:08 – End – Outro Next weekend will be an episode on something, just not sure what yet! ____ News Stories: OCR Buddy Community Awards Paused Spartan 300 Collective Final Fenway Spartan Race?! Train with Richard Hynek in Dubai Kris Rugloski and Austin Azar Engaged Rise of the Obstacle at Obstacle Wonderland Underdog Fundraiser for Operation Impact Chicago Cyclists Buying Out Tamale Carts Jason Dupree Vs Tree Spartan TriState Sprint Podiums School Spirit Secret Link Stuck Snowboarder Secret Link Cool Rule Secret Link Chubby Cat Secret Link Dictionary Inventor Secret Link ____ Related Episodes: 444. World's Toughest Mudder 2025! (Part 2: Event Day Audio, Interviews, and Katelyn's Pit Audio) Pint Size OCR -Episode 17 ____ The OCR Report Patreon Supporters: Jason Dupree, Kim DeVoss, Samantha Thompson, Matt Puntin, Brad Kiehl, Charlotte Engelman, Erin Grindstaff, Hank Stefano, Arlene Stefano, Laura Ritter, Steven Ritter, Sofia Harnedy, Kenny West, Cheryl Miller, Jessica Johnson, Scott "The Fayne" Knowles, Nick Ryker, Christopher Hoover, Kevin Gregory Jr., Evan Eirich, Ashley Reis, Brent George, Justin Manning, Wendell Lagosh, Logan Nagle, Angela Bowers, Asa Coddington, Thomas Petersen, Seth Rinderknecht, Bonnie Wilson, Steve Bacon from The New England OCR Expo, Robert Landman, Shell Luccketta and Jules Estes. Sponsored Athletes: Javier Escobar, Kelly Sullivan, Ryan Brizzolara, Joshua Reid, and Kevin Gregory! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and access to our Facebook group Check out our Threadless Shop Use coupon code "adventure" for 15% off MudGear products Use coupon code "ocrreport20" for 20% off Caterpy products Use coupon code "OCRREPORT20" for 20% off Spartan, Tough Mudder, and DEKA events  Like us on Facebook: Obstacle Running Adventures Follow our podcast on Instagram: @ObstacleRunningAdventures Write us an email: obstaclerunningadventures@gmail.com Subscribe on Youtube: Obstacle Running Adventures Intro music - "Streaker" by: Straight Up Outro music - "Iron Paw" by: Dubbest

We went to Colorado for a wedding (congratulations Mike and Kierstin!) and wanted to cram in as much sightseeing as possible.  We weren't able to go to the Red Rocks on Saturday due to an event but luckily Katelyn saw that the following day had a 5K that we could participate in! A quick Target trip later we were mostly ready to take on the event at 6,000 feet.  It was a fun  event fueled by great music and it was also for a great cause with it supporting the American Lung Association in Colorado! Start – 3:35 – Intro 3:35 – 6:19 – Quick News 6:19 – 7:28 – Content Preface 7:28 – 10:43 - Us Before 10:43 – 26:44 - Pre Race Audio 26:44 – 27:44 - Course Music 27:44 – 32:58 - Post Race Audio 32:58 – 42:24 - Interviews (Lonnie Somers from HAL Sports, and Donna Peace from American Lung Association Colorado) 42:24 – 49:03 - Us After 49:03 – End – Outro Next weekend will be an episode on something, just not sure what yet! ____ News Stories: Kirk DeWindt 5K PR Frank Oosterom Engaged Tyler Movsessian Married Jeff Moulton Baby Announcement Lindsay Webster Return to Fitness Postpartum Spartan Sprint World Championship Podium Cat Treadmill Secret Link Mom Cooking Secret Link Stroller Men Secret Link Friend Group Secret Link Park Ranger Secret Link ____ Related Episodes: 128. Relay for Life Foxborough with Brittney Toth! ____ The OCR Report Patreon Supporters: Jason Dupree, Kim DeVoss, Samantha Thompson, Matt Puntin, Brad Kiehl, Charlotte Engelman, Erin Grindstaff, Hank Stefano, Arlene Stefano, Laura Ritter, Steven Ritter, Sofia Harnedy, Kenny West, Cheryl Miller, Jessica Johnson, Scott "The Fayne" Knowles, Nick Ryker, Christopher Hoover, Kevin Gregory Jr., Evan Eirich, Ashley Reis, Brent George, Justin Manning, Wendell Lagosh, Logan Nagle, Angela Bowers, Asa Coddington, Thomas Petersen, Seth Rinderknecht, Bonnie Wilson, Steve Bacon from The New England OCR Expo, Robert Landman, Shell Luccketta and Jules Estes. Sponsored Athletes: Javier Escobar, Kelly Sullivan, Ryan Brizzolara, Joshua Reid, and Kevin Gregory! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and access to our Facebook group Check out our Threadless Shop Use coupon code "adventure" for 15% off MudGear products Use coupon code "ocrreport20" for 20% off Caterpy products Use coupon code "OCRREPORT20" for 20% off Spartan, Tough Mudder, and DEKA events  Like us on Facebook: Obstacle Running Adventures Follow our podcast on Instagram: @ObstacleRunningAdventures Write us an email: obstaclerunningadventures@gmail.com Subscribe on Youtube: Obstacle Running Adventures Intro music - "Streaker" by: Straight Up Outro music - "Iron Paw" by: Dubbest

Greg just got back from Las Vegas, and we kicked things off swapping stories from his trip. He hit up the legendary Dragon's Lair gym — all red and black, packed with Arsenal equipment, and complete with a lobby full of keto-friendly meal prep and supplements. He even linked up with Joe Davis, who was out there competing at the Olympia. Greg also caught The Eagles live at the Sphere, which sounded absolutely insane — a full 360-degree visual experience that blew him away. Oh, and he hit a jackpot on Fremont Street, so the trip practically paid for itself.He stayed pretty tight with his nutrition while traveling, keeping it keto the whole time but loosening up on tracking macros. He even found a legit keto bakery called Starburst Parlor where everything was made from scratch with clean ingredients — cookies, donuts, pizza, ice cream, all made right. He came home feeling good, no crash, no regrets, and a much-needed mental reset after months of strict prep.Now that he's back, it's time to get back in routine — back to Ozark, back to structure, and back into the reverse diet. He's about 15 pounds up from show weight and already sweating out the travel bloat. We talked about setting up a solid offseason plan: structured training, progressive overload, and adding a belt squat/functional trainer to round out the gym. Both of us are fired up to make 2026 a big building year.We also tossed around ideas for a Live Savage “Meat and Mud” retreat — a Tough Mudder weekend in Austin with the crew, plenty of hard work followed by a big meat feast. On top of that, we're locking in next year's competition dates, teasing a brand-new Keto Brick flavor, and rolling out a new software system to keep the business running smoother than ever.I've got some homestead projects rolling too — planning to bring in a few pigs, maybe film the process too. Between that, Squirrel Camp, and all the Keto Brick projects behind the scenes, things are busy in the best possible way.The team's growing, the systems are tightening up, and the vision's getting sharper every week. Big things are coming — for Live Savage, for Keto Brick, and for everyone walking this path with us.Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ