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The 2022 OCR Buddy Awards Results

Friday, 23 December 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
You nominated. You voted. And the winners are here. OCR Buddy is proud to present the 2022 OCR Buddy Community Choice Award Winners. The awards show: The data: 2022 OCR Buddy Nomination Data Voting Results Editors note: We had a couple technical glitches with the voting form which is why some nominees may look like
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2022 OCR Buddy Community Choice Awards VOTING OPEN

Wednesday, 30 November 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
Last year the community spoke and named their favorites when OCR Buddy presented the OCR Community Choice Awards. The awards are back and we want to hear your voice as the community picks its favorites in the 2022 OCR Buddy OCR Community Choice Awards. Voting Closes December 14th 2022. Your winners will be announced: TBD
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The 2022 OCR Community Choice Awards: Nominations OPEN

Friday, 11 November 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
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Spartan Action Plan: Marketing Perspectives

Monday, 27 June 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
The article from the Wall Street Journal has caused a lot of conversation about Spartan’s future and what they can do to turn the tide. It also became about if the tide should be turned or not. We wont even start this debate. For me, I am a marketing nerd. I do it for a
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10 Questions with James Burton

Tuesday, 31 May 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
James Burton is an elected Director of the United Kingdom Obstacle Sports Federation and a top obstacle racing athlete. He has competed around the world and is preparing to represent his country at next week’s European OCR Championships in Italy.  James was kind enough to join us as the next guest on “10 Questions with…”
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Ventures Endurance partners with Shoes that Fit

Thursday, 26 May 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
For Global Running Day on June 1, 2022; the parent company of Rugged Maniac, Ventures Endurance, is partnering with Califonia-based non-profit Shoes that Fit to make a difference in low-income children’s lives. From Shoes That Fit: Shoes That Fit tackles one of the most visible signs of poverty by giving kids in need new athletic
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10 Questions with Evan Perperis

Wednesday, 18 May 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
Evan Perperis is many things. Athlete, Author, Military. He is known as the Ultra OCR Man and just released a new book titled “On Endurance: A Practical Guide to Unlocking the Secrets of Super-Human Performance ” that is available on Amazon and wherever books are sold. He is the leader of the Mudgear-Battle of the
10 QuestionsEvan PerperisStrength and Speed
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Update from the Mud Gear/Battle of the Lions Pro Team

Monday, 16 May 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
The first quarter of 2022 has seen the Mud Gear- Battle of the Lions Pro Team take to the course at American Ninja Warrior, Hyrox, and Spartan to start. They reflect on a successful first three months of 2022. OCR Buddy is a proud supporter of Mud Gear- Battle of the Lions Pro Team.  1)
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10 Questions with Alex Walker

Friday, 22 April 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
A few years ago, I interviewed @alexandra_tx_ranger (Alex Walker) and called the article, “The Best OCR Athlete You Never Heard Of”. That has obviously changed. Through her training and perseverance, Alex had positioned herself into one of the top athletes in obstacle racing today. She does that while balancing training, life, and work. We thank
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10 Questions with Dave Claxton

Tuesday, 05 April 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
Dave Claxton is well known around the OCR Community. He is the co-host of Obstacle Fitness X, oversees Team OFX, moderates OCR Tribe on Facebook, and co-hosts The OCR Weekly Show on Obstacle Racing Media. He was kind enough to sit down and be the next guest on “10 Questions with…” Dave Claxton. How did
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10 Questions with Joe DeSena Death Race Edition

Thursday, 31 March 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
How do you explain; the Death Race to those outside the community? Peak Racing explains it like this. The race, created by Ultra athlete and Spartan Race founder Joe Desena, was developed as a way for athletes to test themselves both mentally and physically. The Death Races take place in the unexpectedly challenging terrain of
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Training Tips: Savage Race Sawtooth

Monday, 21 March 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
Sawtooth is an iconic obstacle for Savage Race, and can challenge the best of OCR athletes. In this edition of Training Tips: We check in with Savage Race as break down how Sawtooth works and share their tips and tricks for making Sawtooth a little easier. Previous Tip: Savage Race Great Wall
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Training Tips: Savage Race The Great Wall

Monday, 21 March 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
The Great Wall is a landmark obstacle for Savage Racers. But learning how to tackle walls is a standard skill that all obstacle course racers need to know to succeed in their OCR journey. In this edition of Training Tips, we check in with Savage Race as they present tips on how to tackle; The
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Training Tips: Spartan Monkey Bars

Sunday, 20 March 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
Monkey Bars can be trouble. Especially if you are just starting in your OCR journey. In this Training Tip, we join Spartan Ireland as they share different tips on how to tackle the bars. Previous Tip: Sandbag Carry
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Training Tips: Spartan Sandbag Carry

Thursday, 17 March 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
There is absolutely no other way to say it. The Sandbag carry from Spartan Race can absolutely suck. In this edition of Training Tip. Spartan Australia shares their tips and tricks as to making the Sandbag a little more manageable and how to make the toll a little less on your body. Did you know
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Training Tips: Tough Mudder Tips and Tricks

Wednesday, 16 March 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
We commonly hear and see questions about training tips and tricks in the community, and one of the shared resources people bring up is Youtube. We wanted to share this video from Tough Mudder, which takes you behind the scenes of the TM Classic race and shares tips and tricks to tackle the course. You
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10 Questions with Cole Derosa

Friday, 25 February 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
OCR Buddy first introduced Cole Derosa (@cjdrosa) as a future name to remember years ago. Since that time, Cole is a constant podium presence and is a past Spartan Age Group Trifecta World Champion, Age Group US National Series Winner, and many more. Cole has been active military for nearly three decades and is a
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2021 European OCR Community Choice Awards Results

Thursday, 10 February 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
After hundreds of nominations and thousands of votes, OCR Buddy and European Obstacle Sports Federation proudly announce the 2021 European OCR Community Choice Awards winners. Outstanding Achievement of the Year in Obstacle Racing: Winner: Libbie Joyce competing at Spartan World Championship at 14. Runner Up: Bison Race                
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Paying it Forward: “We Finish Together”

Monday, 03 January 2022 by Bonnie Wilson
How many of us can say this? “I have too many medals” About a year and a half ago I said that. I had medals stashed everywhere. I had some medals hanging up from races that have a special place in my heart, but I had medals boxed up and stashed that needed a home.
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Growing the Sport of Obstacle Course Racing

Friday, 31 December 2021 by Bonnie Wilson
OCR Buddy posed this question to the community on the Facebook page and the community responded loudly. In some ways, you can call this an open letter to the OCR Racing Community from the athletes themselves. These are the changes we want to see in order to see our sport continue to grow and thrive.
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The 2021 OCR Community Choice Award Winners

Thursday, 23 December 2021 by Bonnie Wilson
You nominated. You voted. And your voice was heard. The winners of the 2021 OCR Community Choice Awards. Graphic Credit to Charles MacDonald To see the stats behind the numbers check out: Behind the Numbers              
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2021 OCR Buddy Community Awards Results: Beyond the Numbers

Thursday, 23 December 2021 by Bonnie Wilson
The first year of the OCR Community Choice awards brought over 1,300 votes. In order to provide transparency, we wanted to share with you the results of the voting and the nomination process. Results: (Opens on Google Docs) 2021 OCR Community choice   The Nominations:
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OCR Buddy Community Choice Awards Voting

Thursday, 09 December 2021 by Bonnie Wilson
OCR Buddy has teamed up with the leaders in the OCR Community including: to celebrate the year that was in OCR. After a rough 2020 for the industry, it is time to sit back and celebrate the re-birth of a sport that we love. Voting will open on December 9th, 2021, and close on December
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The OCR Community Choice Awards: Nominations Open

Tuesday, 30 November 2021 by Bonnie Wilson
OCR Buddy has teamed up with the leaders in the OCR Community including: to celebrate the year that was in OCR. After a rough 2020 for the industry, it is time to sit back and celebrate the re-birth of a sport that we love. Nominations are open now through Monday, December 6th, 2021. Voting will
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The Case for Virtual Races: They have a place.

Friday, 12 November 2021 by Bonnie Wilson
“They are not real races.” “You are paying for a medal.”  “You are not a finisher.” We have all heard the debates about virtual races. And most of these arguments I used to co-sign on all the time.  That was until I became an assistant director to a small local non-profit race and COVID hit.
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