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Ian is Back with Megan the staning landlady 🏕 Tough Mudder Camping Chaos £60 volunteer camping fees, early shifts, and US‑style logistics headaches spark debate. 🗺 Scotland Course Maps Breakdown Spartan vs Tough Mudder: big rigs return, 30‑obstacle layouts, and what's exclusive to the 15K. 🌍 OCRWC & Euros Drama Low turnout in Australia, political tension in Spain, and Megan heading out to commentate live. 🇬🇧 UK Champs Highlights Dave Parkin dominates, Rachel Joy sets a world record, and Deadly Dozen proves brutally strength‑heavy. 🏋️ Spartan Elite Series Shake‑Up A new global format, a race on a cruise ship, and more structural changes from Spartan HQ. 🚢 Hyrox Cruiser & 🛒 IKEA Marathon €2.6k–€3.8k cabins raise eyebrows, while the IKEA Marathon goes viral. If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

In this inspiring episode, Alan sits down with Harry Taroni, owner of Greendale Performance Gym, to explore his remarkable transformation from late‑starter in fitness to Ironman competitor and event organiser. Harry opens up about his journey from being overweight to becoming a competitive amateur boxer, then pushing his limits through endurance racing. He shares details of his upcoming Backyard Ultra at Manor Farm on 25 September, a £95 event featuring a unique twist — a chain medal for every DNF and special pre‑race packages for participants. The conversation dives into the mindset behind endurance sport, the creativity of event design, and the balance between training, promotion, and storytelling in the OCR and endurance community. A candid, motivational chat about resilience, reinvention, and the drive to keep moving forward — whether you're chasing finish lines or creating them. Want to Enter the backyard Ultra use code 10GPC and save 10% Greendale Performance | Elevate Your Fitness Today Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Each episode, host Wil Chung teams up with elite athletes Becky Neal and Finley Greenleaf to break down the toughest races in OCR. From brutal obstacles to terrain tactics, they dive into what it really takes to conquer the course—and who's out there making waves. Whether you're chasing podiums or just chasing grit, this is your inside line to the athletes and strategies that matter. Follow Wil chung on Instagram by Clicking Here or on YouTube by Clicking Here Becky Neal is on Instagram Here Finley Greenleaf is on Instagram Here If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

There's a new race director on the block — and he's bringing a fresh twist to OCR. Ramunas Uikys joins Alan and Wendy to talk about the upcoming Ipswich Playground 400 m event, a fast‑paced challenge on 22 August with tickets at only £25. The team dives into: • Ramunas's journey from competitor to race director • Test runs and obstacle planning for the new 400 m format • Playground OCR's expansion across Ipswich, Cambridge, and Norwich • Behind‑the‑scenes prep for the 3 K junior race and future UK series inclusion A packed episode full of innovation, community spirit, and the next generation of OCR racing. Grab a drink and tune in — the Playground is open! Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Each episode, host Wil Chung teams up with elite athletes Becky Neal and Finley Greenleaf to break down the toughest races in OCR. From brutal obstacles to terrain tactics, they dive into what it really takes to conquer the course—and who's out there making waves. Whether you're chasing podiums or just chasing grit, this is your inside line to the athletes and strategies that matter. Follow Wil chung on Instagram by Clicking Here or on YouTube by Clicking Here Becky Neal is on Instagram Here Finley Greenleaf is on Instagram Here If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

The Secret Race Ultra running… but make it unhinged. This weekend Alan took on the Rasselbock Secret Race: ➡️ No route ➡️ No finish line (until they feel like telling you) ➡️ Challenges, clues, envelopes, and pure adventure Is it genius or madness? You decide. Dive into the Rasselbock Secret Race episode and hear the full story — envelopes, checkpoints, chaos and all, Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

This week we welcome Max Swindells. To discuss evidence based training. Max provides his view of what evidence based training means to him and what evidence we can look to in HYROX. Max also provides details of the precise detail he looks to when trying to evaluate athletes prior to their first 12 weeks of training. We also deep dive into the world of Lactate threshold training and VO2 Max to consider how this may guide your training. Finally we consider some of the common tropes in HYROX training and look at what could be reduced or removed to improve training efficiency. Follow Max on Instagram - @maxswindells_fitness Todays Podcast is sponsored byRowalong - Free indoor rowing workouts for you to RowAlong to - with a friendly voice in your ear. If you have any questions about the show or are interested in advertising with us then please contact admin@ukocr.com Find out more about us by clicking Here Support us on Patreon Here for as little as £2 per month and get all your podcasts Early or Buy us a beer if you like what we do

This week Alan and Ian deliver a classic mix of chaos, comedy, community news, and heartfelt moments. From expanding the podcast onto YouTube, to broken ladders in the loft (yes… really), to warm‑weather wildfires and new Garmin toys — it's a proper catch‑up episode with all the usual Swift Half energy. They also take time to honour two huge losses in the OCR world, Jack Carpenter and Kev Lacey — reflecting on their impact, their kindness, and the legacy they leave behind in our community. But it's not all heavy. There's: 🏃‍♂️ John Weir smashing his World Autism Month fundraiser https://waam.autism.org.uk/fundraising/johnweir-1771621965222 🔥 Backyard Ultra drama ⛳ Golf tees as race prizes 👑 Libby Joyce crowned Spartan team captain 💪 1/2 marathon World Record ⚡ 5k sub‑18 at 62 🧩 Tough Mudder saboteurs 🏁 OCR Series standings 🎥 HYROX content, Deadly Dozen plans, Hybrid Games updates …plus the ongoing debate about elites racing in age groups. It's packed, it's punchy, it's very Swift Half. If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Alan & Ian dive into April Fools' chaos, big race results, and the latest drama across OCR, HYROX, and fitness racing. 🔥 In this episode: • The best (and worst) April Fools' pranks in OCR • DEKA expands + new challenges on the way • Tartan Warrior awards recap & standout performances • UK race results, Croatia updates & a shortcut rule causing debate • Marathon mayhem: pacemakers nearly winning, stolen gels, and mid‑race splits • Celebs hitting HYROX London • HYROX Elite Series shake‑up with a new Division 1 • New partnerships, video referees & a trifecta weekend confirmed • Plus: a summer wedding celebration at Overload It's packed, it's chaotic, and it's classic Swift Half energy. If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Alan and Ian return with a heartfelt, hilarious, and high-energy episode that celebrates the power of OCR to connect and uplift. From a listener's touching message to pineapple cider debates, they dive into community impact, race results, and team transfers. Updates from Limitless and the endurance league, Tartan Warrior, and Deadly Dozen, plus spicy takes on HYROX protests, medal design, and the London Marathon's two-day expansion. Also: a sailor's Strava slip-up, a 9-year-old speedster, and a dog-assisted world record. It's OCR, running, and fitness racing with a twist—served with cider and a side of chaos If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

This week's pint-sized chaos delivers everything from OCR politics to Derby race drama, gym music meltdowns, and a global influencer showdown. Strap in. 🏆 UK OCR Awards Prep Alan raids the Voom Nutrition factory for freebies, debates Sheffield parking misery, and nearly buys a Robin Reliant. Standard. 🌍 FISO → UIPM Shake-Up 96.2% voted to dissolve FISO. National federations now have until 2027 to join UIPM. 🏃 Derby 10K… or 9.6K? A mis-marked turnaround means the course came up short. UKA confirmed it. Alan bought new Adidas shoes anyway. 🛡️ Spartan Updates New "X" medals, ITABs, a fresh UK rulebook, and liquid chalk is OUT. Plus, WTM community awards voting chaos. 🎶 Gym Music Licensing Madness Manchester instructors banned from using copyrighted tracks. Costs, consequences, and why your next class might sound like royalty-free elevator music. 🎥 HYROX Influencer Games 32 YouTubers. 16 countries. KSI representing the UK. No women invited. We discuss the optics, the opportunity, and the chaos. 🌎 World Champs Qualification Changes Only winners get invites now. Birmingham gets a 6‑day HyROX mega-event. And Alan's wedding is 8 weeks away. If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

This week Alan & Ian go full outdoorsy: bees, birds, barn owls, and even a toad‑watching night out. Ian also takes us on a mini‑tour of Liverpool, from the Cavern Club to a top BBQ spot, The Smokin' Door. We break down: 🏃‍♂️ Endurance League and Wild forst Results 🏛️ British Obstacle Sports updates — EGM outcomes, new team leadership, and the hunt for a new membership platform 🌍 World Obstacle dissolution vote & what UIPM's takeover means 🤝 OCRWC x Spartan partnership drama 🤝 HYROX rule inconsistencies 🏆 Race round‑up — Barclays Tunnel 200‑miler, US Half‑Marathon chaos, LA Marathon off‑course madness 🥇 Medal debate — Should marathons give medals at 18 miles? It's a packed one: governance shake‑ups, race controversies, and plenty of laughs along the way. If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

From the effects of drink to CrossFit chaos, this week's Swift Half is stacked: - 🍻 Brewdog's £33M sale to a cannabis firm sparks hundreds of job losses & 30+ bar closures. Ian's equity? Gone. - 🏃‍♂️ OCR updates: Nuts this weekend, Born Survivor price freeze, Total Warrior Ultra sold out! - 💼 Alan's new job — with a parking space! Monetization ideas incoming… - 🧠 World Obstacle vote: March 9 deadline. Alan flipped his vote. Ian's all-in for dissolution. - 🏋️‍♀️ Xenom: The "Decathlon of Fitness" hits London in August. Wall walks, snatches, rowing — 2,000 athlete cap. - 🏢 Corporate Decca Ignite: 4-person team event. Manchester offices, get your gym squads ready! - 👟 Lidl's £50 carbon-plated runners vs Alan's Trail Talons. Plus: Kit Brick's football-themed deal. - 🏞️ Free Ultra in burton this Saturday — 4.2 miles every hour for 7 hours. Who's in? If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!