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On this episode, Jake and Justin Moore join us to break down the War-X Race—an intense OCR event held in Centerville, Ohio. With multiple race options including a 12K, 5K, 3K, and the Battle Challenge, there’s something for every level of athlete. This course is no joke—featuring 13 rig obstacles, 4 heavy carries, and a massive 300-foot slide. The 12K alone packs around 3,000 feet of elevation gain, making it a serious test of endurance and grit. We’re also joined by Brent George from USAOCR, who shares exciting news about War-X being a qualifying race for the 2027 USAOCR National Team for both Elite and Age Group competitors. And if that’s not enough, there’s prize money on the line for the top three finishers in the competitive heats.WAR-Xhttps://www.thisiswarx.com/ USE CODE IAMASPARTAN20 FOR 20% OFF YOUR NEXT RACE!! SHOW SPONSORS ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this episode, we recap the Charlotte Spartan Race and the Georgia Death Race. Michael Roberson and I both competed in the Super and Sprint in Charlotte, while Brian Beal took on the Georgia Death Race. Brian placed 3rd overall, finishing in 14 hours and 18 minutes, covering nearly 73 miles with 16,000 feet of elevation gain—all without rage quitting! WARNING EXPLICIT LANGUAGE!! USE CODE IAMASPARTAN20 FOR 20% OFF YOUR NEXT RACE!! SHOW SPONSORS ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this episode, Steven Milesko of “Milesko Medicine” joins the show to talk about being both a vendor and participant at the Atlanta Spartan Race. Milesko Medicine specializes in physician-directed recovery medicine, including IV therapy. We discuss the advantages of IV therapy for recovery and performance, and Steven also breaks down his experience competing in the Sprint race in Atlanta. Be sure to listen for your chance to earn a free Spartan Race entry! USE CODE IAMASPARTAN20 FOR 20% OFF YOUR NEXT RACE!! SHOW SPONSORS ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this episode, Michael Roberson, Brian Beal, and I recap the Spartan Atlanta Trifecta Weekend. We go over the course, obstacles, and some of the changes we noticed. We also discuss the new medals and talk about Brian’s upcoming Georgia Death Race and his plan of attack. USE CODE IAMASPARTAN20 FOR 20% OFF YOUR NEXT RACE!! SHOW SPONSORS ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this episode, Paul Massey joins us after placing 3rd in the Spartan South National Series race in Jacksonville, Florida. Paul talks about how he got his start in OCR at Rugged Maniac before moving on to Tough Mudder and Spartan. He has completed several Spartan Ultras and has competed in World’s Toughest Mudder twice. We discuss those races and his plans for the rest of the Spartan Series.  USE CODE IAMASPARTAN20 FOR 20% OFF YOUR NEXT RACE!! SHOW SPONSORS ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this episode, we answer your questions that you submitted! We recap Michael and Brian’s recent trail races. Brian goes sub 18 hrs on the Forgotten Florida 100 miler. Brian also went on a 5 minute road rage in this episode! Warning harsh language on this episode- mainly Brian’s fault. USE CODE IAMASPARTAN20 FOR 20% OFF YOUR NEXT RACE!! SHOW SPONSORS ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this Episode, Jake Weiner, Owner of “ZOOZ Fitness” tells us about starting his gym in 2014. ZOOZ Fitness is a one-of-a-kind inclusive fitness facility dedicated to empowering people with developmental and physical disabilities to thrive—physically, mentally, and socially, with a unique blend of personal training, and training for Spartan races.  https://www.zoozfitness.com/  USE CODE IAMASPARTAN20 FOR 20% OFF YOUR NEXT RACE!! SHOW SPONSORS ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this Episode, my buddy Lionel Bacon, from Episode 161, comes back on the show to interview me! Yep! I’m in the passenger seat, and Lionel asked all the questions! He did a great job! We talked about getting into Spartan Races, with a big emphasis on running Spartan Ultras! I had a good time chatting on this one! USE CODE IAMASPARTAN20 FOR 20% OFF YOUR NEXT RACE!! SHOW SPONSORS⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this Episode Alison Andersen comes on to tell us about finding OCR in 2013 . She has been in and out of Spartan races through the years. She placed 1st in her AG at the Tahoe Ultra in 2019. Afterwards, she took some time off ,but then came back to racing with her husband and decided to do the Killington Ultra in 2024.  In 2025 she placed 1st place in Elite with a Top 10 overall time. SHOW SPONSORS⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this Episode, Michael Roberson, Brian Beal and I recap  Brian’s Hellgate 100k, where they ran a lot of the race in snow. We also go over the Spartan Central Florida Trifecta Weekend, that I participated in. As always when us 3 are together expect harsh language! You were warned . Show Sponsors  ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your first order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this Episode, Dan McDonald and Joey McGlamory come on to recap the Spartan Para World Championship event, that took place in Orlando, Florida. We discuss all of the events that took place throughout the weekend- Championship race, what worked well and what may need some tweaking for 2026. It sounded like an amazing event to me, and I’m looking forward to its growth in 2026.Use code IAMASPARTAN20 for 20% off your next race. Show Sponsors  ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your first order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this Episode, Michael Roberson and I recap the Spartan Newberry Ultra race. We talk about how each of our races went , and what we did or thought we could’ve done differently. Brian joins us, and tells us about life as a truck driver, since he didn’t join us for the race. We also talk about Brian’s upcoming racesShow Sponsors  ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT10 for 10% off your first order at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x Use code IAMASPARTAN20 for 20% off your next race.

On this Episode Brian Beal, Michael Roberson, and I race recap Brian’s “Rim to River” 100 Miler, the Virginia “Spartan Super and Sprint” race from the weekend, and answer some Listener questions, as well. Then, we discuss 2026 Shirts and the new doubles category!  We try to twist Brian’s arm into coming to Newberry Spartan race, also. WARNING LOTS OF EXPLICIT CONTENT! Normal when the 3 of us record.   Show Sponsors  ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT20 for 20% off at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this Episode, Taylor Rae tells us about doing her first Spartan race back in 2021, and getting completely hooked! Since then, she has done over 80 races ! She has podiumed in Age Group and Elite races. She has done 3 Ultras, and podiumed in Elite at all 3 of them. She also won her Age group for Trifecta World Championship at West Virginia. We discuss these races and how she is going for a 13X Trifecta this year. Show Sponsors  ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT20 for 20% off at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x

On this Episode, Grayson West, and his father Dan, talk to us about Grayson coming up the ranks competing as a kid, and now as a teenager in the adult races. He has multiple Kid World Championship wins, and has Elite podium finishes, as well.  We discuss the Spartan rules on what races he can and can’t do, as a 16 year old now. We also talk about the Nashville race, where he placed 3rd in Elite both days.  Show Sponsors  ⁠https://lionheartsfitness.com /⁠⁠https://www.monkeegrip.com/⁠  Use my Simply Good Supplements ambassador code SCOTT20 for 20% off at ⁠https://simplygoodsupps.com?sca_ref=8783377.eziTXHiPA1kAJV4x