Obstacle Order

There aren’t too many people like Coach Mo. He spends his days working with adaptive athletes and C level executives- helping them to cope with the stresses of their own respective lives. There is usually quite a contrast there and Mo knows just how to handle it.  Based in Dallas, Texas with over 24 years … Continue reading Ep #5: Gettin’ Mo with Coach Mo. →

Lil Misty Diaz is a Female force to be reckoned with.  I recently had the privilege to sit down with one of the most inspiring athletes that I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. She is the unofficial Queen of Overcoming Obstacles and after our conversation I am nominating her for the official status.  … Continue reading Episode #4: Lil Misty is stronger than you. →

This episode is a mirror of a show that aired on the Honest Ghost Podcast. As some of you know my primary occupation is as a health and Wellness Expert. Someone thought I was doing a good job so they reached out to interview me about what my process and methodology look like.  I can … Continue reading Episode #3 (#173): The Honest Ghost →

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This is the show that slides over from the Obstacle Order right on into the Philip Levi show. It's short and sweet and I hope you enjoy it!

This is an installment of the show and with it some big news. I’m talking about 2 things today. The first is a big announcement that we are moving onward and upward to expand our horizons. The second topic of conversation is about slowing down. A meditation on what it takes to be alright with … Continue reading Ep 170: Slow is Smooth and Smooth is Fast →

Knowledge is Power and you best be ready to Power Up. This installment of the show is brought to you by you and your great  questions. I want to keep you moving through your day so I’m only answering 3 of them. “How do you plan your training?” “Do you get into training slumps?” “How … Continue reading Ep 169: Philip answers listener Q & A →

Welcome to Episode 168 of the Obstacle Order podcast! In this Episode, Elijah sits down for his last one-on-one interview as part of the Obstacle Order Podcast. In this Episode, Elijah sits down for his last one-on-one interview as part of the Obstacle Order Podcast. It’s fitting this episode included Johnny Luna Lima.  He is … Continue reading E. 168 Elijah’s Last Hurrah with Johnny Luna Lima →

Episode number 167 and the Most Excellent Explorers Club. This installment of the Show covers some topics that range from  what you want to get out of your fitness programming to the mindset behind the approach to maximize your efforts. The creator of the Most Excellent Explorers Club, Conrad Sherby, joins us and shares his insights … Continue reading Ep 167: The Most Excellent Explorers Club →

Chris Love #TheNormalFatGuy drops by The Show today and he’s written a book for all of those wondering about the details surrounding an OCR. Not everyone has done these things and the book that he has written is a great place to get all of your questions answered.  It’s called “The Normal Guy’s OCR Guide” and … Continue reading Ep 166: The Normal Fat Guy →

This episode of the Show we are joined by 4 time Olympic Medalist Lauryn Williams. Not only is she extremely fast on the track and the ice  she is the only woman to medal at both the Summer and Winter Olympic Games. Now a Certified Financial Planner, she has founded Worth Winning, an organization that specializes in … Continue reading Ep 165:Lauryn Williams is faster than everyone. →

This episode of the Show is all about cognitive health. The brain is the Board of Directors of the body and Ryan Glatt joins us to unpack just how important keeping the Board happy and healthy is for you. His story ranges from his beginnings in the fitness world after watching AirBud to getting arrested … Continue reading Ep 164: Head Strong with Ryan Glatt →

Strap in tight for this athlete profile of Mr. Joshua Graves. This fitness professional has over a decade of experience in the business. He’s an entrepreneur, a kettlebell expert and has a thriving business called Fitness on Fire.  In this episode of the show we talk about mental prep before a race, what it takes … Continue reading Ep 163: Fitness on Fire with Josh Graves →

Let’s take a ride in the car with Alex Walker. From her origins in Columbia, South America to competitive horseback riding to her explosive presence in the  OCR world, as we head down the road and get ready for a trail run we talk budgeting along the OCR circuit and the benefits of having a … Continue reading Episode 162: OCR in the car with Alex Walker.  →

The 2nd installment of the series is here! We finish our conversation with an in-depth review of Eli’s experience in Monterey, Philip’s coverage of his time in Dallas which includes a visit to the Adaptive Training Foundation and Spartan Leadership X.  This episode goes well beyond the normal OCR parameters.  Reset your perspective on what … Continue reading Ep 161: (Part 2 of 2) A trip to Dallas and why your first world problems are stupid. →

Elijah and Philip Catch Up Part 1 of 2: Into the diving bell with Elijah and nutrition. He goes deep into the sea of ketosis and why it may or may not be right for you. We also discuss gang violence and showering with Amelia Boone. This is part 1 of a 2 part show … Continue reading Ep 160: Ketosis, Monterey and Gang Violence (Part 1 of 2) →

Long time friend to the Show, Yancy Culp, drops by today. We have a discussion ranging from Spartan X Leadership summit, Stadium Series Competitions and Age Group Athletics. We also dive deep on what it means to serve your community and spending time wisely not only with your day but with your life.  Tune in … Continue reading Ep 159: Inside the mind of Yancy Culp →

In this episode of the Show we are joined by OCR phenom            Beni Gifford. Raised as a shy kid who found himself in the Boy Scouts and then majoring in theatre, this alpha level athlete breaks down his entry into OCR. We talk TMX and mental preparedness plus what it’s … Continue reading Ep. 158: B-B-B-Beni is a Jet. →

In this episode of the Show Michael ‘Muscle Pants’ Miraglia sits down and gives us some insight on what it’s like to be him. He’s fresh off of a stellar performance at TMX, the world’s toughest mile, and has some great intel just for YOU! We also delve into training safely in the humidity of … Continue reading Ep. 157: Muscle Pants! →

In episode 156 of The Show the guys get deep on coffee, training high and some recent endeavors. We are gearing up for the mid season grind at Monterey so join us on this journey to a better you by spending time with us! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube for more content outside … Continue reading Ep. 156 Getting philosophical on long runs, Monterey and coffee! →