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Today we premiere a new show on the BeastNet,  Sober Spartans.  This show serves as an extension of the FaceBook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SoberSpartans/ Through our journey running OCR many of us have found that not only are we Spartans, but, we find that we are also on a path of sobriety and the race is an outlet for us.  Many guests will use their real names, some will use false names for anonymity.  If a guest has chosen to remain anonymous, please respect that and just listen.  We will not share names or stories of anyone but our own on this show.   Today we hear some of the story of Amanda Kelley, founder of the Facebook group, Sober Spartans.  She shares her story any why she founded the group during this episode.  IG @the_dready_spartan If you need help, reach out on Facebook to Sober Spartans, or Email BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com , other resources: www.AA.org, or www.NA.org www.BeastNetPod.com Insta, Facebook, Tumblr, and Twitter @BeastNetPod Get

Hammer gets a chance to talk with 2019 Spartan Pro Racer Alex Walker today on the show.  They talk a little bit of everything.  From her passion for Trail running, on to Spartan and Tough Mudder, Toughest Mudder, and beyond.  Alex is heading over to Hyrox this weekend to begin challenging herself in new ways and see where she leads and where she can improve. Look for other current and former Spartan Pro Racers at this event in Dallas. Alex talks about the primal mentality that takes effect when you are out on the trail or in an OCR and how it carries you through the event. Have a listen and send us your thoughts @BeastNetPod Follow Alex on Instagram @alexandra_celeste_walker  Have  a listen, do us a favor and rate us and leave a review on your    favorite  Podcast Platform.  Screenshot it and email the review to us   at   BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com and we will send you a sticker. www.BeastNetPod.com Get Your Groove On by Ron Gelinas Chillo

Today Pretty Mike gets to interview Mark James.  Triathlete, Toughest Mudder, and currently Navy Seal training instructor.  Mark talks about growing up a swimmer and how it helped with his transition into being a Triathlete.  They continue the discussion talking about what got Mark into Tough Mudder and his quest for the Grail.   They talk about his achievements, living in Seattle for a while, Scuba diving, the fact Mark hasn't done a Spartan Race yet, and much more.   www.BeastNetPod.com Get Your Groove On by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge | https://soundcloud.com/atmospheric-music-portal Torn by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge Freedom by Twisterium | https://www.twisterium.com Bittersweet by | e s c p | https://escp-music.bandcamp.com Wandering by Numall Fix | https://soundcloud.com/numall-fix Runaways by MegaEnx | https://soundcloud.com/megaenx Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses

Today  Hammer talks with Casey Bateman from the EPIC Series about their expansion to 10 events this year and the partnership with Sagitta series and their events that are part of  it.   If you haven't tried EPIC series events yet, you really need to.  They offer many different challenge levels and its a "Clean" event that your family can spectate the whole event. Oh, and they have archery in the event!  I'll just leave it there.  This episode continues the question of how to  pronounce Sagitta.  Previous guests have said sa·juh·teh and today its  pronounced sa·GI·teh.  Who knows.  Either way its a super fun series  that people need to get out and try, even if it is outside their comfort  zone.  The events hosted by EPIC Series are a part of the Beasts  #raceLocal  #runLocal and volunteering doubles down as Beasts for a  cause events that you can join here:  https://beastschallenge.com/events Epic Series OCR https:

Today  Pretty Mike talks with Hazelanna from Summit To Swamp.   One of the 2020 Sagitta Series partners and host facility to some of Beasts Endurance events.  They talk about what got her into hosting OCR, they discuss #raceLOCAL and other local events like Pennies for Quarters Run a Muck.  This year Summit to Swamp has expanded to a multi day event with all sorts of different lengths, terrains, and some "clean" trail runs too.  This year, if you haven't already needs to be the year you get down to Randle WA and check out this event that is in partnership with Visit East Lewis County.   The events discussed on today's episode are all a part of the Beasts OCR  #raceLocal  #runLocal Volunteering at these events doubles down as part of the Beasts for a  cause event that you can join here:  https://beastschallenge.com/events Summit to Swamp https://summittoswamp.com/ @SummitToSwamp Beasts OCR Events: Ghost March 28th https://www.facebook.com/events/2208

Today Pretty Mike talks with "tiny but MIGHTY" Kate West.  They talk about what got her into OCR, starting with soccer and moving on to running.  She tlaks about how she passes the time with "dad" jokes and having fun trailing and lifting.  This episode they spend a lot of time talking about #raceLOCAL in the Midwest and how these smaller family run OCRs are what got her hooked into the sport before she hit the Spartan circuit.  They also touch on running AG and her transitioning into elite in 2020.  With her being 4'11.25" many of the obstacles are huge by comparison but she tackles them and hopes to inspire more people to give it a shot.   This episode again ties in to  #raceLOCAL and #runLOCAL where we talk about running smaller independent races.  Even though Kate is in the Midwest you can join her in this virtual challenge.  You can join here:    https://beastschallenge.com/events/supporting-local-races-2020 Have  a listen, do us a f

This week Hammer talks with recently named Beasts OCR Pro Team member Tasha Overmiller.  They talk about her life before the PNW and what got her into OCR/Fitness. They talk about the Overmiller's fitness programs and what it mean to be a Beasts Pro team member for 2020.  This episode  has some tie ins to  #raceLOCAL and #runLOCAL where we  talk  smaller  independent races.  You can join  the Supporting Local Races 2020 here:   https://beastschallenge.com/events/supporting-local-races-2020 Tasha's training programs: https://www.facebook.com/PortlandOutdoorAthletics/ www.portlandoutdoorathletics.com/ Beasts OCR www.BeastsOCR.org Have  a listen, do us a favor and rate us and leave a review on your    favorite  Podcast Platform.  Screenshot it and email the review to us   at   BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com and we will send you a sticker. www.BeastNetPod.com Get Your Groove On by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge |

This month Pretty mike and Kim Collins talk with Taylor Overmiller.  They discuss his business, what got him into the Beasts OCR, and exploding onto the scene with his podium finishes at Terrain Race.  They also talk about fitness, training, and the mental part of things.  This episode has some tie ins to  #raceLOCAL and #runLOCAL where we  talk  smaller independent races.  You can join  the Supporting Local Races 2020 here:  https://beastschallenge.com/events/supporting-local-races-2020 Taylor's training programs: https://www.facebook.com/PortlandOutdoorAthletics/ www.portlandoutdoorathletics.com/ Beasts OCR www.BeastsOCR.org Have  a listen, do us a favor and rate us and leave a review on your   favorite  Podcast Platform.  Screenshot it and email the review to us  at   BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com and we will send you a sticker. www.BeastNetPod.com Get Your Groove On by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge | https://soundcloud.com/atmo

Today Hammer talks with Adam B and Rachel Lotz from the Beasts Obstacle Course racers about the Sagitta series and their events that are part of it.  Rachel talks about her experience in endurance and her involvement in the Sagitta series.  This episode brings up the question of how to pronounce Sagitta.  Previous guests have said sa·juh·teh and today its pronounced sa·GI·teh.  Who knows.  Either way its a super fun series that people need to get out and try, even if it is outside their comfort zone.  The events hosted by Beasts OCR are all a part of the Beasts #raceLocal  #runLocal and volunteering doubles down as Beasts for a cause events that you can join here:  https://beastschallenge.com/events Beasts OCR Events: Ghost March 28th https://www.facebook.com/events/2208846989369872/ BeastBreaker November 14th Gungnir TBA https://sagittaseries.com/ Sagitta Partners: Swanson Grit https://www.facebook.com/swansongrit/ 3 Elements https://3lmnz.com/ Epic Series OCR https

Today Pretty Mike talks with Tyler Bushman about Spartan and life transitions.  Tyler talks about losing 60 pounds and the effect on him to be able to do more races.  They talk about family and community on the and off the race course.   Tyler and Mike talk about training and prep for the harder races and why it isn't a weather problem.  Its a preparation problem.  Some good info here.  Listen and let us know what you think. Have  a listen, do us a favor and rate us and leave a review on your  favorite  Podcast Platform.  Screenshot it and email the review to us at   BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com and we will send you a sticker. www.BeastNetPod.com Get Your Groove On by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge | https://soundcloud.com/atmospheric-music-portal Torn by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge Freedom by Twisterium | https://www.twisterium.com Bittersweet by | e s c p | https://escp-music.bandcamp.com Wandering by Numall Fix | https://soundcloud.com/numall-fix

Today on BeastNet Pretty Mike talks with Kyoul Cha, former Hotshot Firefighter, Spartan Kryptia, current CEO 3 Elements, and Co-Owner of Firefighter Fit.  Kyoul and Mike go over what Sagitta is, where it came from, and what 2020 plans lay ahead.  They talk about the difference between racing local and under a national brand.  Kyoul talks about how the event is set up and what portions are specifically ties to Sagitta.  There's even some fun 80's geek references in there too.   https://sagittaseries.com/ Sagitta Partners: Swanson Grit https://www.facebook.com/swansongrit/ 3 Elements https://3lmnz.com/ Epic Series OCR https://epicseriesocr.com/ Summit to Swamp https://summittoswamp.com/ FirefighterFit https://firefighterfitendurance.com/ Beasts OCR https://beastsocr.org/about/ #beastnetpod Have  a listen, do us a favor and rate us and leave a review on your favorite  Podcast Platform.  Screenshot it and email the review to us at  BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com and we wi

Today Pretty Mike Hosts Charity Fick and Allison Tai discussing all sorts of things.  They talk about their background, what got Allison into OCR, and where Grit Farm came from.  Allison and Charity talk about Allison's move from Vancouver and the hunt for a Farm she could live and run at.  They talk about BeastNet International's partner Grit Farm Fitness' 2020 Race series and Allison Tai Coaching and OCR Certification Course.  There is so much they talk about.  You'll Just have to listen.   www.GRIT-FARM.com www.ALLISONTAI.com #GritFarm #ATC #ReclaimingFitness #LiveWhatYouLove Have a listen, do us a favor and rate us and leave a review on your favorite Podcast Platform.  Screenshot it and email the review to us at BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com and we will send you a sticker. www.BeastNetPod.com Get Your Groove On by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge | https://soundcloud.com/atmospheric-music-portal Torn by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge Freedom by Twisterium | https://www.twisterium.co

On today's episode Brother Boggs talks with Spartan Pro Athlete Rebecca Hammond.  Rebecca just launched www.RebeccaMingHammond.com her performance consulting business.  Boggs and Rebecca talk about what to expect when using her service and why she decided to start it.  They venture off course at times talking about things like why the Dunk wall is Pretty Mike's bane and how Facebook hides your shares.  Later in the talk they talk about The Million Dollar Mile and how she got the name The Harvard Hammer.   Find Rebecca at: Insta @BeccHamm www.RebeccaMingHammond.com https://www.facebook.com/harvardhammer/ www.BeastNetPod.com Get Your Groove On by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge | https://soundcloud.com/atmospheric-music-portal Torn by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge Freedom by Twisterium | https://www.twisterium.com Bittersweet by | e s c p | https://escp-music.bandcamp.com Wandering by Numall Fix | https://soundcloud.com/numall-fix Runaways by MegaEnx | https://soundcloud.com/megaenx Music p

On this episode of BeastNet Brother Boggs Talks with Victor Carillo of Machete Labs and Machete Madness.  This is another episode focused on #raceLOCAL and #runLOCAL where we talk with Race directors from smaller independent races.  You can join the Supporting Local Races 2020 here: https://beastschallenge.com/events/supporting-local-races-2020 Victor and Boggs talk about what got Victor into racing, where his passion for training and coaching others comes from, and what keeps him committed to getting people off the couch. Machete has events in Feburary and April planned so far.  You can find info on their site https://www.machetemadness.com/ Follow Victor on Instagram @Machetemadness Boggs and Victor take the conversation all over the place and end up talking about Echelon Front leaders Jocko Willink and Leif Babin and their books Extreme Ownership and Dichotomy of Leadership.   Have a listen, do us a favor and rate us and leave a review on your favorite Podcast Platform.  Screens

Today Pretty Mike and Ryan Fick talk with Ryan Koch from Swanson Grit.  They discuss Ryan's background in OCR including Spartan Canada before it went back to Spartan North America and his involvement there.  They talk about what Swanson Grit is and their upcoming Sagitta series qualifier event on 2/29/20.  The events at Swanson Grit are all a part of the Beasts #raceLocal #runLocal and Beasts for a cause events that you can join here: https://beastschallenge.com/events  https://sagittaseries.com/ Sagitta Partners: Swanson Grit https://www.facebook.com/swansongrit/ 3 Elements https://3lmnz.com/ Epic Series OCR https://epicseriesocr.com/ Summit to Swamp https://summittoswamp.com/ FirefighterFit https://firefighterfitendurance.com/ Beasts OCR https://beastsocr.org/about/ #beastnetpod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beastnetpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beastnetpod/support

First and foremost today, Like, Post, and Share this episode.  We want to flood Facebook with Dustin's mission to stop Soldier Suicide. Today on BeastNet Brother Boggs catches up with Dustin Johnson on Dustin Johnson's World Record run.  They talk about him time serving on Aircraft carriers, his transition to life after the military, and what life changing event that led put him on his mission to Stop Soldier Suicide and ultimately run around the world to raise awareness for his cause.  Boggs and Dustin Talk about the run itself and all the different adversity he's been able to overcome while on the road and what global catastrophe ultimately led to his announcement on 1/5/2020 that his World record run will come up short.  This is one episode you will want to listen till the end. Help support Dustin's Run and Cause below: https://stopsoldiersuicide.org https://www.facebook.com/groups/414270039361660/ https://www.gofundme.com/f/dustin039s-run-for-vetran-suicide-awareness-suttgart Dustin

On today's episode Pretty Mike talks with recently named Beasts OCR Ambassador Audra Coggin.  Audra is one of the OG Beasts and talk about things starting with the beginning in 2014, Mike joining at the 2015 Spartan Founders Race in Montana, and her taking 2019 off from OCR.  Audra talks about her upcoming 2020 race season and Pretty Mike tries to convince her to run https://www.tunnelmarathon.com/ with him.  They talk about #runlocal #racelocal and more.  Have a listen --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beastnetpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beastnetpod/support

In this issue, we will kick off the new year with Brian Cays. He has  done a tremendous job for the beast team, including overseeing the  special teams, Beast Challenges, and much more. He's someone you can  count on and he's always there for his team. Don't miss the nutrition  section for ideas to "Keep those New Year's Eat Better Resolutions".  Keep up to date with the upcoming Beast schedule. Happy New Year  everyone! Huge thank you to Kim C for writing our Beast Reports!!! Check out www.beastchallenge.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beastnetpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beastnetpod/support

Today Brother Boggs talks with recently selected Beasts OCR Ambassador Mario Guiza.  They discuss what got Mario into OCR, training at the Idahome Movement Academy with Albert Lu and Ted Kelley, and what Mario hopes to achieve as a Beasts OCR Ambassador.  Mario recaps his 2019 and they discuss their 2020 schedule that includes Spartan Boise, Portland, Seattle, Chino and Tough Mudder Seattle.  Ghost, BeastBreaker and Summit to Swamp are brought up as local races Mario is planning to do.  Mario and Boggs also discuss Beasts Challenges(www.Beastschallenge.com) and Boggs Challenged him to get more Idaho Beasts out to participate in both Race Local and Beasts for a Cause.   Boggs and Mario have a laugh about TM here is the link to the video they talk about https://youtu.be/oRe_nNLQI3M Music by: Get Your Groove On by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge |  https://soundcloud.com/atmospheric-music-portal Bittersweet by | e s c p  | https://escp-music.bandcamp.com Wandering by Numall Fix |

Today Hammer gets a chance to talk with Spartan Pro Team member Faye Morgan.  They talk about everything from growing up in Seattle/Snohomish Wa, her time in the Marine Corps, and on through to life as a Spartan Pro Team member residing in California.  Faye and Hammer talk about her past and how when she's on course she's running with her sisters that passed on at a young age.  Faye also elaborates on what being a Spartan Pro means to different people and herself.  She talks about Faye Stenning and Alex Walker and what its like having a day job and training for races.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beastnetpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beastnetpod/support