RMR Training Podcast

This episode of HHMC will teach you how to plan and organize your race season so that you peak at the right time. We do a deep dive on:   How to plan a season Different workouts and strategies to make sure you hit your race with optimal fitness. How to peak for multiple events in one year Plus some bonus OCR Stars training and structure toward the back end of the episode. Learn more about One-on-o...

Hunter Mcintyre drops on the show today to talk all things OCR stars, an online competition to find the fittest obstacle course race athletes. Hunter is one of the most accomplished athletes the sport has ever seen but he also has a passion to continue to grow the sport.  We talk about: How to train for OCR stars  The challenges of running a brand new business from scratch Some hints and tips on w...

Concurrent training is the art of getting strong and get better at endurance at the same time.  If you are not careful when you plan your training you could waste your strength and hurt your endurance sessions.  We do a deep dive on the subject so you can get the most of your training. We talk about:  How the competing pathways from endurance and strength do not mix and how you can structure your...

Dylan and Michael Miraglia have a vision for a challenge that no one has done before.  The strength and conditioning coaches are training to pull 500 lbs on the deadlift then running a mile all under a 5-minute time cap which presents a challenge of specificity for their training.  We talk about:  How to take multiple approaches to get to the same results including progression and volume Body comp...

This week we do a deep dive on intra-race nutrition.  We talk about:  Different race nutrition products available and how to know what you are getting. The best time to use them and why a product might or might not work for you. Best practices on how to train your nutrition. Follow along Reinforced Running  Apply for One-on-one Coaching here YouTube - Reinforced Running IG Rich -  @reinforced_runn...

This week on HHMC we are bringing you the second installment of our Listener Training Audit.  This week we talk about long-distance road racer, Corbin. Corbin decided to take his nutrition more seriously by eating clean and unintentionally lost 20 lbs which have thrown a wrench into his energy and training.  During the episode, Josh and I talk about:  Healthy and sustainable methods to add healthy...

Ryan Atkins is a pro-OCR athlete, mountain biker, and adventure racer. He and his team "Canada Adventure" had a stand out performance during the 2019 Eco- challenge  During the episode we cover The unforeseen challenges of the eco-challenge and how his team was able to successfully navigate them.  How to deal with sleep deprivation and nutrition during a 24+ hour race.   The mindset of h...

Alyssa Hawley is a professional OCR athlete, gym owner, and coach. Her wide range of athletic background has helped her become one of the best female OCR athletes of all time.  IN this episode we talk about: Ways to stay competitive without in-person races How to properly use rehab and pre had drills The balance between body composition and competitive goals.  Follow Alyssa @ alyssahawley14 Follow...

Logan Broadbent who is a Spartan pro athlete, American ninja warrior, and legit one of the best boomerang throwers in the world.  Logan performs at a high level no matter the endeavor, so in the episode, we dive in to see how he manages all this success.  Walk talk about: How to juggle and prioritize training.  How to practice a positive mindset during training and racing.  Specific visualization...

David Magida is a member of the Spartan Pro team, founder of Elevate Interval Fitness, and the commentator for the Spartan Race broadcasts, and author of "The Essentials of Obstacle Race Training." We talk about: The perils of reopening a gym during COVID and lessons on how to grow a fitness business.  Why you should not let up on your running volume….ever. And how he has shifted his goa...

Kris Brown is an Ultra athlete, Spartan Pro Team member, and coach who has seen success in many distances including a top ten finish at the Western States and a dominating performance during the Tahoe Spartan Ultra.  So talk about  How to learn your signals to help with problem-solving during a long race.  The difference in the mindset to perform well in any distance. How to physically and mentall...

We go over our top five most influential books on training. Apply to be featured on a Training Audit Episode. Social Media IG Rich -  @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @ Ja_shua_ried     Twitter @ ReinforcedRun

Nell Rojas is a professional marathon runner, Triathlete, OCR athlete, and endurance coach. Nell has been a high performer and finished top ten in the Olympic Marathon Trials this February.  During the episode we cover: The kind of mental preparation to compete for your best during a high stakes race. Different nutrition tactics for endurance performance. How to use plyos and strength training to...

HHMC talks about ways for the OCR athlete to handle the officially canceled season.  We talk about: How different levels of athletes can navigate training. The safe way you can handle volume and intensity. Training to maintain and build your progress. If you should focus on volume or intensity. Follow along Reinforced Running  Apply for One-on-one Coaching here YouTube - Reinforced Running IG Rich...

Natalie Miano - is a Spartan pro team member and coach who finished on the podium during the only Spartan US National Series in Jacksonville.  So we do a deep dive on how she has prepared herself to level up in performance  The mindset of the pros during COVID. How to navigate the stages of injuries and create positive distractions. Follow Natalie on IG @ ocrmommy and a https://www.mgb-racing.com/...

This week we talk about the potential to improve your overall speed without doing fast running workouts. We go in-depth on some possible gym-based workouts and the results you can expect.  You might be surprised.  Follow along Reinforced Running  Apply for One-on-one Coaching here YouTube - Reinforced Running IG Rich -  @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @ Ja_shua_ried     Twitter @ ReinforcedRun...

Matt Rock is a Spartan Pro athlete and full-time dad with a full-time job  Matt came into competitive running in his 30s and did not find instant success. He made the decision to dedicate himself to the craft so that he could be competitive. Eventually, he found himself in OCR where now at 40 he is one of the top competitors in the world. Touting the second place in the Spartan Mountain series in...

Today we sit down and talk about the two most applicable gym movements for OCR performance...the deadlift and the pull-up.  During the episode we cover: Proper form and technique so you can make strength gains. Progression and regressions for each movement.  How to implement strength progressions when getting back to the gym. Follow along Reinforced Running  Apply for One-on-one Coaching here YouT...

Corrine Malcolm is a professional ultra runner and coach with a degree in Environmental physiology.  She drops on the podcast for a deep dive in the following: How to train and race well in the heat.  The best ways to consider your personal hydration What to do about exercised induced cramps Follow Corrine on IG @ corrinemalcolm , twitter @ corrinemalcolm and at Trainright.com Follow along Reinfor...

Rebecca Hammond is a professional OCR athlete, medical doctor, and entrepreneur. She is one of the highest performers in the sport of OCR and has emerged as a thought leader for the sport.  In the episode we talk about: How to overcome injury How to handle the highs and lows of racing and training And how finding your life's way makes things easier. Follow Rebecca on IG @ becchamm and  https:...

Dr. Tim Silvestri is a Professor of Psychology who has developed a system to help athletes improve their mental performance. During the episodes, we talk about his performance model for athletes and he dives deeper to explain how you can work it into your training. We talk about: How to connect your aspirations to something bigger than yourself. The common thread that top performers share.  Why yo...

There are a lot of ways to set up a good plan - but you should adhere to a few principles to ensure you are ready for your "A" race.  Where to start when deciding your season goals.   Specific progressions and periodization to set up for your key race. Conjugate method for OCR? Follow along Reinforced Running  Apply for One-on-one Coaching here YouTube - Reinforced Running IG Rich -  @re...

Aaron Newell is one of the top OCR athletes in the game. In 2019 He finished 3rd in Sweden for Spartan Ultra World Champs and he finished 4th overall in Tahoe. He recently ran the FKT on the Adirondacks Great Range Traverse. In the episode, we talk about  Why it is crucial to gain experience for ultra events What you can do to harness a killer mindset  The importance of listening to your body and...

Fat loss is a touchy subject for endurance athletes - but at a point, it will help your performance. We tackle the topic it gives you actionable steps to safely improve your performance through losing fat.  We talk about,  How to find your fat loss targets for calories and macros Expectations and traps of dieting.   Common setbacks are red flags and how to overcome them.  Get a free copy of our Ma...