Strength & Speed

Looking for items for your Christmas list or something to buy you OCR/athlete for the holidays?  Check out this gift guide brought to you by OCR Pros Jenny Overstreet and Evan Perperis.  Links to brands mentioned below: Squirrel's Nut Butter: www.squirrelsnutbutter.com Hammer Nutrition: www.hammernutrition.com (use ref# 240887 for 15% off your first order) MudGear temp tattoos, socks and shorts: www.MudGear.com (use code UltraOCRman to save) Volition Chiropractic: https://volitionchiropractic.com/ ORORO Heated Apparel: http://ororo.refr.cc/terryperperis (link saves 15%) KC Timber Challenge:  www.kctimberchallenge.com Mythic Race: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Sikeston/MythicRace  BleggMits & OCR Books: https://teamstrengthspeed.com/store RockTape: https://www.rocktape.com/ NormaTec: https://hyperice.com/products/normatec-3-legs/ Rapid Reboot: https://rapidreboot.com/ IMMORDL Coffee Powder: https://immordl.com/ Naked Nutrition: https://nakednutrition.com/   Music by Dino Sinos  

Mythic Race owner and competitive OCR athlete William Shell joins Evan to talk about his experience at OCR World Championships and if you should be concerned Spartan now owns the brand.  Plus, the two deep dive into Mythic Race and what is in store for 2024.  Lastly the two talk about the Midwest OCR scene including brands like Hazelwood OCR and Race Ready Obstacle's new event, Midwest OCR.   Sign up for Mythic Race: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Sikeston/MythicRace Use code ULTRAOCRMAN to save from www.mudgear.com Save 20% on ORORO Heated Apparel with this link: http://ororo.refr.cc/terryperperis Save 20% from www.Yolked.com with code Strength20 Order BleggMits and books here: https://teamstrengthspeed.com/store Watch the Ultra-OCR Man documentary here: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq   Episode brought to you by Fat Gripz, head over to www.fatgripz.com to pick up one of the best grip strength training tools you can buy. Music by Dino Sinos

Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis drops a quick episode on his thoughts for 2023 World's Toughest Mudder.  Were the obstacles too hard?  Is this the end of his elite OCR career?  What changes would he make to obstacles?  How does this compare to other events and more in this solo episode.   Use code ULTRAOCRMAN to save from www.mudgear.com Save 20% on ORORO Heated Apparel with this link: http://ororo.refr.cc/terryperperis Save 20% from www.Yolked.com with code Strength20   Order BleggMits and books here: https://teamstrengthspeed.com/store Watch the Ultra-OCR Man documentary here: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq   The OCR Report What Happens After 24 hours of OCR Article Series: Physically: https://theocrreport.com/what-happens-to-your-body-after-24-hours-of-ocr-from-one-day-to-one-week-to-one-month-the-physical-aftereffects-of-your-24-hour-race/ Mentally: https://theocrreport.com/what-happens-to-you-mentally-after-24-hours-of-ocr-more-aftereffects-of-your-24-hour-race-you-should-know/   Music provided by

Although an experienced OCR athlete with a ton of podiums under her belt, MudGear-Hannibal Race Pro Miranda Huber is taking on World's Toughest Mudder for the first time.  Miranda and her pit crew, Strength & Speed's AC Hale join Evan for a Q&A about the 24 hour Obstacle Course Race world championship.  The group talks everything WTM including pacing, fueling, gear choices, injuries on course and what makes WTM one of the most challenging experiences in the OCR world.    Order Evan's book Ultra-OCR Bible & pickup your BleggMits here: https://teamstrengthspeed.com/store Episode brought to you by ORORO Heated Apparel: 10% off link: http://ororo.refr.cc/terryperperis Ultra-OCR Man Documentary: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile  Use code Strength20 to save 20% off www.yolked.com Use code UltraOCRman to save on every order form www.mudgear.com Use discount code BRANDAMB164MR31T to save 20% off any race (including WTM) from www.toughmudder.com Check out the new MudGear-Hannibal Race

Podcast host, Evan Perperis, has been on a quest to hit 100 elite OCR podiums by 2024.  Thanks to OCR Buddy and some friends he has managed to find some unique local events including two discussed in this episode.  MudGear-Hannibal Race Pro Thomas Plush and his Muddy Water/The Siege teammate JC Massie join Evan to discuss some of their recent events.   The three take a look at Muddy Water OCR one of the best atmospheres for OCR with 3x events in one day, afternoon start, live music, post-race food, awesome podium swag and more.  Additionally, Evan shares his thoughts on the Wildwood Adventure OCR, a local event near his house that has a high adventure zip line on the property.    Check out Evan's books and BleggMits at www.teamstrengthspeed.com Episode brought to you by Juice Performer, providing pre (Beet Juice) and post (Cherry Juice) to maximize performance. Music by Dino Sinos

The 1st place team from Toughest Mudder Pittsburgh goes on the Strength & Speed podcast to discuss the event, how the race went, the future of Tough Mudder/OCR and what their thoughts are after racing various brands for more than a decade each.  Chris Mikolajewski, Eddie Goertzen, TJ Syzmanski and Evan Perperis all chime in with their thoughts.   ORORO Heated Apparel Discount: http://ororo.refr.cc/terryperperis Ultra-OCR Man Documentary: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile  Use code Strength20 to save 20% off www.yolked.com Use code UltraOCRman to save on every order form www.mudgear.com Use discount code BRANDAMB164MR31T to save 20% off any race (including WTM) from www.toughmudder.com   Music by Dino Sinos    

Fran Chiorando has been in the sport of OCR since almost the beginning.  Fran talks with Evan about about some of the history of the sport in UK/Europe, what it was like to run the original Tough Guy and where the sport is going.  From Mud is My Makeup back in 2014 all the way to being the host of the OCRWC podcast, Fran has some interesting insight on the sport, the Olympics and where things are going in the future.   Ultra-OCR Man Documentary: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile  Use code Strength20 to save 20% off www.yolked.com Use code UltraOCRman to save on every order form www.mudgear.com Use discount code BRANDAMB164MR31T to save 20% off any race (including WTM) from www.toughmudder.com Music by Dino Sinos

A quick update as Evan talks about the future of Strength & Speed. What is changing, what is staying the same and the future of OCR's link to the brand.   Ultra-OCR Man Documentary: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile  Use code Strength20 to save 20% off www.yolked.com Use code UltraOCRman to save on every order form www.mudgear.com Use discount code BRANDAMB164MR31T to save 20% off any race (including WTM) from www.toughmudder.com   Music by Dino Sinos

After their win The Siege OCR in Garden City, Kansas, the team including MudGear-Hannibal Race Pro Thomas Plush, JC Massie and Keatin Herder join Evan Perperis to talk about the race.  They cover not only the experience but what they do for training and how they manage to balance work with training for races.    Use code Strength20 to save 20% off www.yolked.com Use code UltraOCRman to save on every order form www.mudgear.com Use discount code BRANDAMB164MR31T to save 20% off any race (including WTM) from www.toughmudder.com Ultra-OCR Man Documentary: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile   Music provided by Dino Sinos

Former high school wrestler turned elite OCR competitor Cameron James joins Evan to talk about his background along with some of Ohio's most unique races.  They talk Indian Mud Run, War X, Tandem Race, Toughest Mudder and more in this episode packed with content. Plus a shout out to some of Evan's favorite brands including KC Timber Challenge.    Cameron's Instagram:   @cameronjames_rkz His Team's Instagram: @USOCR_midwest Sponsor link: https://ultimatedirection.com    Ultra-OCR Man Documentary: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile   Episode brought to you by MudGear, use code ULTRAocrMan to save on every order from www.mudgear.com Music by Dino Sinos

Filipino Martial Artist Tommy Crisostomo joins Evan to talk about how bladed martial art from the Phillipines has taught him lessons about fighting, training, mastering a complex skill and life in general.  Plus, Tommy recently ran City Challenge race, so the two talk about that the longest running urban obstacle course race.  Finally, they round the episode out talking about the recent Tiga Tactics knife squared seminar.   Ultra-OCR Man Documentary link: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile   Episode brought to you by Obstacle Running Adventures for more great OCR content from the northeast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/obstacle-running-adventures/id1193039969 Music by Dino Sinos

Host of the Obstacle Running Adventures podcast, Mike Stefano, jumps in to fill in for filmmaker Bobby Ross on the latest episode talking about Fox/HULU's TV show Special Forces.  This is the third part in this mini-series, but don't worry if you didn't listen to the other two or watch the show, you'll still learn about what is real, what is Hollywood and the psyche of Special Operations Soldiers vs. athletes.    Order a copy of Ultra-OCR Man here: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile Follow Obstacle Running Adventures here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/obstacle-running-adventures/id1193039969   Episode brought to you by Yolked, use code Strength20 to save 20% off every order from www.yolked.com Music by Dino Sinos

MudGear-Hannibal Race Pro Rachel Watters joins Evan back on the podcast for a mid-season update.  Rachel talks Savage Points Series, Spartan Race, GoRuck Games and OCR Prize Money.  Evan shares some details from recent events including Wichita Gladiator Dash, THOR (Texahoma's Hellish Obstacle Run), Tough Mudder Infinity and Rugged Maniac OKC.   Watch Karate Combat Championship fight with S&S sponsored Josh Quayhagen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f14FtVaJHWM&t=14986s  (Fight starts 4:09:00 into the live stream) Watch the Ultra-OCR Man Documentary here: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile Order Evan's latest book "On Endurance" here: https://www.teamstrengthspeed.com/on-endurance Follow Hannibal Race here: https://www.facebook.com/hannibalrace   Episode brought to you by Yolked, use code Strength20 to save 20% on www.yolked.com Music by Dino Sinos

Joshua "The Preacher" Quayhagen is the current welterweight World Champion for Karate Combat.  His next fight is arguably the biggest of his career against Rafael Aghayev on June 24th in Miami at Karate Combat 40 (available for FREE on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@KarateCombat) and "Strength & Speed" is now one of his supporting sponsors for the fight! Evan and Josh talk training, lessons that can be applied to OCR, mindset of competition and how Josh's faith plays a large role in combat sports.    Check out Josh's martial arts, gym and obstacle/ninja school here: www.petrainingcenter.com Ultra-OCR Man Documentary link: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile   Episode brought to you by Yolked, use code Strength20 to save 20% on every order from www.yolked.com Music by Dino Sinos

Weston Titus and his fiance Taryn Brees have an impressive list of certifications and degrees but they are about to take on one of their biggest challenges, The Death Race.  The two not only talk about the upcoming extreme endurance event but share some of their knowledge from their Masters degrees in Kinesiology and as F45 gym owners.  Plus, Weston shares some insight on his research into the effectiveness (or lack there of) of using CBD oil for sports performance and Taryn talks about where we lose strength/plateau for ultra-endurance.  Finally, Evan answers a question on the the importance of sleep deprivation training using lessons learned from the military (Ranger/Special Forces).  You don't want to miss this knowledge packed episode.   Participate in Weston's CBD study here: http://cbdstudy.org/ Pick up a copy of On Endurance here: https://amzn.to/3M7EjuX Order Ultra-OCR Man the movie here: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile   Episode brought to you by Hammer Nutrition, use referral

Cindy Herbert, a mother of three, was the recent winner of 5k Mythic Race in the Elite female field.  She joins Evan Perperis on the podcast to talk about he journey into the sport of OCR, what Mythic Race was like and information about the Phoenix Pro Team.  Plus, she shares some emotional stories about how she has put a past of disordered eating behind her.    Order the Ultra-OCR Man documentary here: https://ultraocrman.gumroad.com/l/ajeuq?layout=profile   Episode brought to you by Hyperwear, the best weighted vest available, head over to www.hyperwear.com to order yours and don't forget to read the latest review now up on The OCR Report: https://theocrreport.com/gear-review-hyperwear-tac-vest/   Music provided by Dino Sinos

Combat veteran Kyle Butters joins Evan to talk about raising money for Infinite Hero Foundation.  In June, Kyle is planning on running 22 miles a day for two days in a row to raise awareness and money for mental health care for veterans.  You can donate, participate in person pacing him or do a shadow run anywhere in the US.  Details are available on the Infinite Hero website: www.infinitehero.org   Read On Endurance: https://www.teamstrengthspeed.com/on-endurance Read Ultra-OCR Man: https://www.teamstrengthspeed.com/ultra-ocr-man   Episode brought to you by Juice Performer (https://juiceperformer.com/) , beet juice for preworkout and cherry juice for post workout to maximize your performance. Music by Dino SInos    

A legend from American Ninja Warrior Jamie "Captain NBC" Rahn joins Evan to talk about ninja training, behind the scenes of ANW, how he came up with his iconic costume and more.  Then the two jump into OCR talking about some of the most unique brands like Goliathon in New Jersey and Hazelwood OCR Massacre (3 miles, 65+ obstacles) in St. Louis Missouri.   Episode brought to you by OCR Buddy, check out articles and discounts at www.OCRbuddy.com and don't forget to download the app to your phone. Music provided by Dino Sinos

Filmmaker Bobby Ross returns for part 2 of commentary on Fox/Hulu's TV show Special Forces.  Bobby and Special Forces veteran Evan Perperis talk about what is realistic, what is Hollywood and how the military sometimes accomplishes the same results with less cost.    Episode brought to you by MudGear (www.MudGear.com) use code ULTRAOCRMAN to save on every order! Pickup a copy of Ultra-OCR Man: From Special Forces Soldier to Record Setting OCR Athlete on hard copy, digital or audiobook: https://www.teamstrengthspeed.com/ultra-ocr-man Music provided by Dino Sinos

Ryan Hart, the owner of Hart Fitness gym and the head of the OCR team Flatliners joins Evan to talk about his team.  Flatliners are a staple of the Midwest and are at every race within driving distance of Chicago.  The group Flatliners has everything from new to the sport/fresh off the couch all the way to elite athletes, motivating those with their motto, "Failure is Dead on Arrival".  Follow their Facebook page for details on their upcoming events: https://www.facebook.com/HartFitDEKAOcRx   Pickup a copy of BleggMits or one of S&S's OCR training books from www.teamstrengthspeed.com Episode brought to you by OCR Buddy, download the OCR Buddy App to find all your OCR events Music provided by Dino Sinos