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All inclusive guide to obstacle course racing.

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Top 5: Best Watch for Spartan Race – Why You Need One For Training and Races

May 25, 2018 By OCR Insight Leave a Comment

Pro Tip: when running an OCR event like Spartan Race or Tough Mudder, wear a good watch that is designed to take a beating. There are a lot of reasons you would want to have this little bit of technology on you while you’re conquering Spartan Race obstacles, or dashing toward the finish line at your local mud run. Watches are “must-have” items for anyone who trains with a watch, and wants to keep an eye on things like heart rate, pace, and elevation change.

Filed Under: OCR Product Reviews Tagged With: Gear

Craft Sportswear Performance Gear for Spartan Race Review: Will New Apparel Provider Hold Up on the Course?

April 28, 2018 By OCR Insight Leave a Comment

For years, Spartan Race had an apparel partnership with Reebok, but recently named Craft Functional Sportswear their “Official Performance Apparel and Footwear.” Craft made a name for itself as a performance apparel company for cycling and skiing, but will now make a line of clothes and shoes dedicated to the sport of obstacle course racing. We couldn’t wait to try some of their clothes to test how they’d perform out in the elements. They make a great option for performance gear for Spartan Races you can wear this year out on the circuit.

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5 Best OCR Supplements To Fuel Your Body And Help Recover

March 16, 2018 By OCR Insight Leave a Comment

If you follow the top OCR athletes, you probably see a lot of advertising for products like FitAid and BeetElite. Whether it’s endurance fuel or a recovery supplement, there are plenty of products that are designed to get you ready, allow you to recover, and keep you going for your next event. Just like the fact that there are many ways to train, there are also many ways to fuel your training. Below are our picks for the best OCR products for nutrition. Keep in mind that you should always contact your doctor before making changes to your diet or your training plan.

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Best Shorts For Tough Mudder (On Any Budget)

February 20, 2018 By OCR Insight Leave a Comment

With the OCR season underway, it’s time to gear up and get ready for your schedule of races. Whether you entered your first Tough Mudder or you are running a local mud run, you need to make sure you look the part and that your clothes won’t hold you back from conquering the muddy gauntlet that lies ahead of you!

Filed Under: OCR Product Reviews Tagged With: Tough Mudder

Spartan Race: History, Background & Growth Of A Giant

December 12, 2017 By OCR Insight Leave a Comment

Spartan Racing borrows its name from the great warriors who defended the Greek city-state of Sparta and were made famous by the movie 300. The Spartan Race as we know it today was one of the very first obstacle course races in the world, and has grown to be one of the major players in the industry. Spartan Race was founded by Joe DeSena in an attempt to bring a new type of adventure race to a wider audience.

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Must Have Spartan Race Training Equipment To Crush Your OCR Races

November 12, 2017 By OCR Insight Leave a Comment

Training in your OCR offseason or in between races is not always fun, but it’s the time you will make the most progress as you get ready for next season. Whether you are asking yourself “how do I train for my first Spartan Race,” or “how will improve on last season’s results,” there are many ways you can get a jump on your training so you’re ready to go.

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Obstacle course racing (OCR) is the newest and best way to test your endurance and strength. You can now find an obstacle course race in every major city almost every month of the year! Looking to make your OCR experience the best? We do the research for you. From what shoes to wear to which race will challenge you the most, OCR Insight is your one stop site for all things obstacle course racing.

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