Did my first Spartan super last year in Utah and only completed two obstacles. Placed dead last but it encouraged me to take my health more seriously. I'm down 65lbs since and am ready to give it another shot this weekend. I don't care much for placement but I'm hoping to complete it in a better time this year. Thanks for the obstacle tips!
I’m a triathlete Ironman marathon runner at 60 now doing my first Spartan race this May. Doing the Spartan super competitive race- in Austin - figure go big or go home! Love you guys and your videos - they have been such a help. Trying to inspire women as we age to look at it as opening a new door!!
Really appreciate your videos! Getting ready for my first Spartan in less than two weeks in Dallas. After battling long term affects from Covid for several years, I’ve finally been able to get back to challenging myself physically, and really looking forward to seeing what I can do, what I can improve on, and just having some fun.
@Obstacleracingmedia it was great! This video prepared me for the obstacles… I continue to train. I can do the rope and monkey bars now. Cheers to be stronger and living younger longer!
I did my first 5K with my 2 sons in Charlotte N.C completed 77% of obs. continuing my training and excersise , to date since I started working out I've gone from 257 lbs down to 218 as of today , doing a 10K in Newberry S.C in November and finishing off the year in Sebring Fla, with the 21K for my Trifecta .... I'm 66 years old and my boys introducing me to this event has changed my life , and , it's so much fun too
I'm doing my first Spartan Spirt in the Poconos on July 13th. Obstacles are very well explained and now I feel prepared for what I will face on race day!
My first Spartan Sprint is this Sunday. I've been really nervous about the entire thing and this really helped me out. Thanks alot for the great video!
I just did my second Spartan Race here in Michigan last weekend and watching this video took me right back to the course. I enjoyed the hell out of this video! I always bring an old phone to photograph and video along the way, but your videos are going to push me to do even more. Thank you for all your effort in bringing this to us. Aroo!
Doing my first race in October in Dallas! I am a small woman and have no upper body strength so I'm nervous 😅 but my husband has done multiple races and i just want to join this time! This video helped me know what to expect and feel less nervous about not being an athlete. Thank you.
Im going to my first Spartan sprint this September at Killington. I'm doing this by myself and have been training for it and I appreciate your videos it helps me prepare. Thank you. 💪
Doing my first Spartan Sprint Race on June 9th - 2024 Cincinnati Spartan Trifecta Weekend. This has been a bonding experience with my adult daughter. We have been training since January and I am in much better shape than I was when we started. I am definitely looking forward to it and I appreciate your instructions for the obstacles. Thank you.
This was great to watch!! Reminded me that this is a physical challenge but can also be a good time. I’m excited to run my first race in a couple weeks! Definitely going to check out the VJ shoes
Thanks for this video Matt. Similar in age and body type and this video has certainly made me feel a lot better about my race coming up. I'm doing it with my 19 year old kid who was dead set against doing the 5k and so we're doing the 10k together. He will be way out in front of me so this video was great to see the community of people who are willing to help a noob or someone who's struggling. Race coming up in a week in Asheville and I will definitely use these tips to get through the obstacles.
Enjoyable video! I'll be doing the Asheville Sprint tomorrow in Mill Spring, NC. I'm 69 and have been doing obstacle races for about 12 years. Love 'em!
I just signed up for my first spartan race. a lot of fear getting into, not knowing what I got my self into. but your video help ease the stress and love it can’t wait excited. Wish I could get the vj shoes alittle over my budget. But love the video can’t wait. Thank you for the video. Going to Temecula California race in Aug
Doing the my first Spartan tomorrow, the super in Monterey, and I've been getting pretty nervous the heard about some of these obstacles. It was really helpful to get to see all of these and have you talk me through it. I feel like I can do it now. Thanks! :D
First race in less than 2 weeks in Austin--Sprint open. I've been stressing about it, but your video really helped me relax and not worry so much. Thanks!
Such a helpful video in preparation for my first Spartan which will be the Beast at Big White/Kelowna in just under 2 weeks. Whenever it gets hard I am just going to tell myself to have as much fun as you guys 😄
I am doing my first spartan race on June 8 and Cincinnati at perfect North slopes!! very excited and I’m very appreciative of these videos. It’s really been helping me. I’ve been trying to watch them on a regular basis.
I’ll be doing the 5K Sprint for the first time on Nov 17! I was nervous but after seeing the actual obstacles the nerves went a bit. Any training tips??
Are you already running? Now would be a good time to start. Also, youll be crawling up and over things, so work on things that focus on those muscle groups. Typically you can train all "bodywork" and no actual machines or weights if you don't own any. Burpees, pullups, etc.
@@Obstacleracingmedia it was challenging - thought about stopping a couple of times but kept going. crushed the obstacles (thanks for the video) but the inclines on the trail running was brutal. look forward to the next one - it was a dry day which helped. Appreciate you asking - have a good day
I'm attending the DC race this weekend. This will be my second time since 2015. Do you have any recommendations for a chest or small backpack while doing the race. Mainly to hold phone and snacks? Of course I will seal them for waterproofing.
You don't need your phone, leave that in your car or bag check. A million running packs out there, usually you need to train how you race and test out before bringing out on the old race course, but if it's not Ultra distance, you should be fine even if it's brand new.
My 1st spartan race is in Sept I haven’t exercised in years but used to run cross country in high school. I’m 41yo 5’10” 210lbs with a desk job. I don’t know where to start for preparing, any recommendations appreciated!
Doing the Hawaii Super event tomorrow! Team “Na Koa Lani”….11 of us, 10 first timers! Thanks for your video and the good laughs! I’m sure we will be laughing our way through it 💪🏃♀️
Awesome video! I am going to my first Sprint in Huntsville in July and I was very nervous, but watching this has made me more excited for it. It looks like a lot of fun.
I really enjoy your videos. I really enjoy Spartans, and even with lots of them under my belt, I appreciate your videos and commentary. Ser you in Hawaii on the 17th of Aug. For the trifecta weekend!
I’m actually wearing the same tough mudder shirt right now. It’s the gray one I got for doing one back in 2017 or something. It’s one of my favorites and I wear it all the time.
Thanks bud! Great video -- I was tossing the idea of doing a Spartan run for a couple of years, at this point, but since seeing this video, I'm definitely in!
Super helpful video. I’ll be doing my first Spartan race in two weeks, a sprint in Killington VT. I fear I’ll still need a lot more monkeybar and ring training 😂
I am about 10 years younger. This Saturday is my first race. I started doing CrossFit 2 and half months ago. Not super fit, but I'm sure I can do it. Maybe not every obstacle, but that is fine. I heard about an 80 year old guy that just did his 200th. Go for it.
I recently tore my shoulder labrum (so no monkey bars or rings) but you said a few times that you dont have to do the penalty???? Or that there is a run penalty.. is that standard??
okay,,, seeing you and people not so fit do this race gave me hope, I’m currently dealing with horrible chronic ur plantar fascia pain. My goal is to heal and eventually do a spartan race.
Doing the Asheville sprint Aug 3rd. Invited some family, but they bailed. So, it's just me. This'll be my 2nd Spartan; I've done some other obstacle courses though.
@@Obstacleracingmedia we made it all the way through! Was a great experience considering we went in with no training, the only training we do is weightlifting/powerlifting! I think it’s time to switch it up add more cardio and functional training into our workouts!! Your video definitely gave us some idea of what we were getting into.
Haven’t done a race in prob 12yrs… and never done a Spartan race to top it off. I’m excited but these bones and lungs aren’t what they used to. 🐢 Jan 2025! 🤞🏼🤞🏼
Did my first Spartan super last year in Utah and only completed two obstacles. Placed dead last but it encouraged me to take my health more seriously. I'm down 65lbs since and am ready to give it another shot this weekend. I don't care much for placement but I'm hoping to complete it in a better time this year. Thanks for the obstacle tips!
How'd it go?
Great work on the weight loss. Keep it up brother!
I’m a triathlete Ironman marathon runner at 60 now doing my first Spartan race this May. Doing the Spartan super competitive race- in Austin - figure go big or go home! Love you guys and your videos - they have been such a help. Trying to inspire women as we age to look at it as opening a new door!!
I was at the Ranch, too. I participated in my first Spartan Race. I did the 10K Trail.
Beast mama in the building.
Really appreciate your videos! Getting ready for my first Spartan in less than two weeks in Dallas. After battling long term affects from Covid for several years, I’ve finally been able to get back to challenging myself physically, and really looking forward to seeing what I can do, what I can improve on, and just having some fun.
I'll be doing this race as well, going to be taking my mom and tackling the 21k Beast with her
As a 67 year old female, did my first Spartan Sprint in May in the Tampa Buccaneers stadium. Will do my next Spartan Sprint in November in Phoenix .
How did it go!?
Very helpful! First one is at Fenway in Boston in November.
Doing my first spartan this sep 21 and I'm nervous trying to get as much info and see what I have to work on 😅
How did you get on?
First Spartan in two days and now feel less nervous after watching this! You’re so reassuring.
Come back here and let me know how it went.
This was very helpful. I’m completing my first spartan sprint in Washington DC on 9/15.
How did it go!?
@Obstacleracingmedia it was great! This video prepared me for the obstacles… I continue to train. I can do the rope and monkey bars now. Cheers to be stronger and living younger longer!
Thanks for the video. 52 yr old first timer running the Sprint 5k in Utah this weekend!
How did you get on?
going next month in dallas! Good look on the video
Can’t wait to do another Spartan so amped after watching this!
Glad to hear it!
First 5k scheduled this november with my girlfriend. Super excited. Finally found someone to do things like this with
Have fun!
What were the various weights for women? You mentioned you'd list them in the video, but I can't find it
I have a group doing our first race in Austin on May 18! We are nervous, but this video helped! Thanks for the breakdown and encouragement!
Super welcome! Let us know how it goes!
I did my first 5K with my 2 sons in Charlotte N.C completed 77% of obs. continuing my training and excersise , to date since I started working out I've gone from 257 lbs down to 218 as of today , doing a 10K in Newberry S.C in November and finishing off the year in Sebring Fla, with the 21K for my Trifecta .... I'm 66 years old and my boys introducing me to this event has changed my life , and , it's so much fun too
This is awesome.
Almost completed the one this last weekend. 3rd to last obstacle, broke 2 bones in ankle and couldn't finish. Can't wait to recover and try again.
I'm doing my first Spartan Spirt in the Poconos on July 13th. Obstacles are very well explained and now I feel prepared for what I will face on race day!
I'll see you there but I'm doing the super
Doing my first spartan race in October in Nashville! This helped me know how to train! Thanks!
Should be a fun one! Let us know how it goes.
Doing my first Spartan 5k sprint at the Angel stadium in California- so excited!
My first Spartan Sprint is this Sunday. I've been really nervous about the entire thing and this really helped me out. Thanks alot for the great video!
So glad to hear it. Please report back after you race.
@@Obstacleracingmedia IT WAS GREAT!!!! Finished in 1hr 31 min. I'm hooked and I am getting ready to train for a 10k!
I just did my second Spartan Race here in Michigan last weekend and watching this video took me right back to the course. I enjoyed the hell out of this video! I always bring an old phone to photograph and video along the way, but your videos are going to push me to do even more. Thank you for all your effort in bringing this to us. Aroo!
You are super welcome!
Love this race. I made it a girls day!! Best day ever!!! Can’t wait for the next time!!
I’m doing my first Spartan Sprint in Montana on June 2. I love your videos and tips 🧡
This video was so helpful. I'll be doing my first Spartan Sprint at age 56. You answered all my questions and qualmed my nerves. Thank you for that!
So happy to hear that! Let me know how it goes
I'm doing my first Sprint tomorrow (in Hawai'i!) Super excited!
Doing my first Spartan (sprint) this Sunday at Killington. Thanks for awesome the video, I’m taking all of the advice I can get!
Great video! I love the Sprint and Super…Beast is good, as well..just need to keep moving…13.1 miles! Thanks!
Thank you so much for making this video your voice was very calming. And you made it seem very unthreatening the whole course
Glad to hear it.
Doing my first race in October in Dallas! I am a small woman and have no upper body strength so I'm nervous 😅 but my husband has done multiple races and i just want to join this time! This video helped me know what to expect and feel less nervous about not being an athlete. Thank you.
You are so welcome. Some people come out closer after a race. Your mileage my vary. :)
Im going to my first Spartan sprint this September at Killington. I'm doing this by myself and have been training for it and I appreciate your videos it helps me prepare. Thank you. 💪
Killington is one tough mountain!
Thanks so much
Heading to Red Deer AB, Canada this weekend - me 54 with my 14year old son 😊
How was Red Deer?
So much fun. Definitely will be doing more Spartan races
Im doing my first ever spartan event august 3rd in ottawa, this video definitely helped me get more mentally prepared
Doing my first Spartan Sprint Race on June 9th - 2024 Cincinnati Spartan Trifecta Weekend. This has been a bonding experience with my adult daughter. We have been training since January and I am in much better shape than I was when we started. I am definitely looking forward to it and I appreciate your instructions for the obstacles. Thank you.
You are welcome. I've also done it with my kids.
I’m doing that one as well
This was great to watch!! Reminded me that this is a physical challenge but can also be a good time. I’m excited to run my first race in a couple weeks! Definitely going to check out the VJ shoes
Headed to my first Spartan 10k in Oahu feel much better after watching Mahalo
Mahalo!
Thanks for this video Matt. Similar in age and body type and this video has certainly made me feel a lot better about my race coming up. I'm doing it with my 19 year old kid who was dead set against doing the 5k and so we're doing the 10k together. He will be way out in front of me so this video was great to see the community of people who are willing to help a noob or someone who's struggling. Race coming up in a week in Asheville and I will definitely use these tips to get through the obstacles.
Strangers will def help you. But maybe he can do the old man a favor and wait up for you. :)
I don’t see anything listed in the description for weights, links…
Enjoyable video! I'll be doing the Asheville Sprint tomorrow in Mill Spring, NC. I'm 69 and have been doing obstacle races for about 12 years. Love 'em!
I just signed up for my first spartan race. a lot of fear getting into, not knowing what I got my self into. but your video help ease the stress and love it can’t wait excited. Wish I could get the vj shoes alittle over my budget. But love the video can’t wait. Thank you for the video. Going to Temecula California race in Aug
So glad to hear it. Let us know how it goes!
First Spartan in Montana in a few weeks! Thanks for these videos!
Marathon runner that signed up for first Bozeman Spartan Beast in two weeks. Thanks for the insight in the vid!
Have fun! Let us know how it goes!
Great introduction for the beginner as well as the experienced Spartan.
Thanks so much.
Running my very first Spartan Sprint in Aug in WV. Definitely appreciate this video to help me prepare for what's ahead.
Get after it!
I'll be running the 21k there
1st Spartan is in 30 days. Your video put my mind at ease. Thank you
Major help, thanks. Running in DC/Maryland next month.
Doing the my first Spartan tomorrow, the super in Monterey, and I've been getting pretty nervous the heard about some of these obstacles. It was really helpful to get to see all of these and have you talk me through it. I feel like I can do it now. Thanks! :D
Thanks for the video! Ready for Hawaii Beast! Arrooo!
Spartan Hawaii Trifecta for our honeymoon!!!
First race in less than 2 weeks in Austin--Sprint open. I've been stressing about it, but your video really helped me relax and not worry so much. Thanks!
That is so great to hear. Come back here and let me know how it goes.
@@Obstacleracingmedia Went well--a little hot, but mostly dry. Not quite "easy-peasy"...
Thanks for sharing! Doing my first spartan next month
On Oahu
Heading to do my tenth Spartan race in Fayetteville, NC in May
Have fun!
Same, except it’s my 1st run
Such a helpful video in preparation for my first Spartan which will be the Beast at Big White/Kelowna in just under 2 weeks. Whenever it gets hard I am just going to tell myself to have as much fun as you guys 😄
We dare you to have as much fun!
Awesome video! Thank you for sharing! Have my first race in Temecula next month!
Let us know how it goes!
Doing my first spartan on June 1st with my dad! Thanks for making me less nervous
Super welcome! How did it go with you and dad?
Great video! Thanks for the instructions and commentary. Loved the insight to the US races, from this fan down-under! 🙌 AROO! 🐨💪
Fantastic! When you running next?
@@Obstacleracingmedia not till 2025 in Australia 🇦🇺 but maybe Spartan Fiji 🇫🇯 in November…? 🤞
Thanks for doing this review with the tips. Doing Hawaii Sprint tomorrow.
I am doing my first spartan race on June 8 and Cincinnati at perfect North slopes!! very excited and I’m very appreciative of these videos. It’s really been helping me. I’ve been trying to watch them on a regular basis.
Glad to hear it. More coming soon!
The commentaries are really funny I love when you said there is the thumbnail and her butt is sticking up. Lol
Thanks so much!
I’ll be doing the 5K Sprint for the first time on Nov 17! I was nervous but after seeing the actual obstacles the nerves went a bit. Any training tips??
Are you already running? Now would be a good time to start. Also, youll be crawling up and over things, so work on things that focus on those muscle groups. Typically you can train all "bodywork" and no actual machines or weights if you don't own any. Burpees, pullups, etc.
Great video. Thanks!
This is great… will be doing my first race in November at Fenway
Fenway is a legendary event. Have fun!
This helps. Doing the DC race tomorrow...no training or planning just going out to see what I can do at 65
How was it!?
@@Obstacleracingmedia it was challenging - thought about stopping a couple of times but kept going. crushed the obstacles (thanks for the video) but the inclines on the trail running was brutal. look forward to the next one - it was a dry day which helped. Appreciate you asking - have a good day
I'm attending the DC race this weekend. This will be my second time since 2015. Do you have any recommendations for a chest or small backpack while doing the race. Mainly to hold phone and snacks? Of course I will seal them for waterproofing.
You don't need your phone, leave that in your car or bag check. A million running packs out there, usually you need to train how you race and test out before bringing out on the old race course, but if it's not Ultra distance, you should be fine even if it's brand new.
My 1st spartan race is in Sept I haven’t exercised in years but used to run cross country in high school. I’m 41yo 5’10” 210lbs with a desk job. I don’t know where to start for preparing, any recommendations appreciated!
I ran my first Spartan at 40. You can do it. What area do you live in?
Doing the Hawaii Super event tomorrow! Team “Na Koa Lani”….11 of us, 10 first timers! Thanks for your video and the good laughs! I’m sure we will be laughing our way through it 💪🏃♀️
Did you in fact laugh?!
Training for my first Spartan, Beast, in Huntsville UT, July 21st. I've heard the terrain is a TON of elevation... Hopefully i'll be fine 😅
Super cool video thanks for that 🙏🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
Awesome video! I am going to my first Sprint in Huntsville in July and I was very nervous, but watching this has made me more excited for it. It looks like a lot of fun.
Fantastic. Have so much fun!
I really enjoy your videos. I really enjoy Spartans, and even with lots of them under my belt, I appreciate your videos and commentary. Ser you in Hawaii on the 17th of Aug. For the trifecta weekend!
Thanks so much!
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Do different races have different obstacles?
Very helpful. Love the jokes lol. Doing my first sprint tomorrow in New Jersey. AROO!
How did the Sprint go?
Thks. Very informative
Super welcome!
I’m actually wearing the same tough mudder shirt right now. It’s the gray one I got for doing one back in 2017 or something. It’s one of my favorites and I wear it all the time.
Nice!
Thanks bud! Great video -- I was tossing the idea of doing a Spartan run for a couple of years, at this point, but since seeing this video, I'm definitely in!
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Super helpful video. I’ll be doing my first Spartan race in two weeks, a sprint in Killington VT. I fear I’ll still need a lot more monkeybar and ring training 😂
Have "fun" at the Sprint. Then sign up for The Beast the next for a massive challenge. The hills of Killington are legendary.
I have a Spartan Race coming up in July in the Poconos. Probably an unusual question but any recommendations on socks?
We like Mudgear, ,but any moisture wicking is fine.
Great video. Thank you
Super welcome!
I'm 74.. firmer bodybuilder...still lift. Is it doable?
I am about 10 years younger. This Saturday is my first race. I started doing CrossFit 2 and half months ago. Not super fit, but I'm sure I can do it. Maybe not every obstacle, but that is fine. I heard about an 80 year old guy that just did his 200th.
Go for it.
Doing a Sprint in Toronto tomorrow. This helped !
How did your sprint go!?
I recently tore my shoulder labrum (so no monkey bars or rings) but you said a few times that you dont have to do the penalty???? Or that there is a run penalty.. is that standard??
Open racers can do any obstacles or skip any obstacles. If you race in the competitive waves, you need to run the penalty loop.
Doing my first race in Monterey/Salinas on June 2nd with my cousin. Lets go! 💪🏽🫡
Thanks for sharing!
Penalties... "Do em' if you want" lol. I didnt pay $100+ to do burpees my friend. :)
Do you have other shoes to recommend?
What the prize money and what time do you have to get? And what do people average
thanks for the guidance, I will be participating my 1st one in May the Big Bear Lake!
Have so much fun! Let us know how it goes!
@@Obstacleracingmedia What device do you record with?
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@@Obstacleracingmedia thank you
okay,,, seeing you and people not so fit do this race gave me hope, I’m currently dealing with horrible chronic ur plantar fascia pain. My goal is to heal and eventually do a spartan race.
@@aluc2023 Happy my current level of fitness can inspire you. Go sign up for a year from now. You can do it.
Did Nationals Park stadion in '22. Doing Killington VT in a few weeks, then Fenway stadion in Nov. Pumped!
Awesome video! Loved meeting y'all in GA!
whats the difference between the sprint, super and the third one?
Sprint 5K, Super 10K, Beast is 13.1 Miles.
How long does it take usually?
25th Mai Zandvoort the Netherlands. This will be my second Spartan Race but my first 21K Spartan Race. Looking forward to it.
Im really looking forward on my first Spartan in Zandvoort Netherlands on maj 26.
Let us know how it goes for you!
Doing the Asheville sprint Aug 3rd.
Invited some family, but they bailed. So, it's just me.
This'll be my 2nd Spartan; I've done some other obstacle courses though.
Go crush it!
Me and my fiancé are doing our first sprint today!!! Lawrenceburg Indiana!!!
How did it go!?!?!
@@Obstacleracingmedia we made it all the way through! Was a great experience considering we went in with no training, the only training we do is weightlifting/powerlifting! I think it’s time to switch it up add more cardio and functional training into our workouts!!
Your video definitely gave us some idea of what we were getting into.
@@DrewFarmsFlowersandProduce That's awesome!
Nice!
Sprint tomorrow, now I don't feel so nervous because I've done zero training!
Haven’t done a race in prob 12yrs… and never done a Spartan race to top it off. I’m excited but these bones and lungs aren’t what they used to. 🐢
Jan 2025! 🤞🏼🤞🏼
Doing my first race tomorrow 😬😬😬
I don’t see the rope climbing in your video by the way.
Huh?