I Am A Spartan! Ocr Podcast

On this Episode, Rocky Cianfrocca recaps the Spartan Race Cincinnati Ultra, where he placed First overall! This was Rocky’s first time getting an overall win at a race! We also talk about how he got into OCR, and a little history on the other Ultras he has ran! If you like Spartan Ultras, or ran Cincinnati this past weekend, you will enjoy this one!Show sponsorhttps://www.monkeegrip.com/Join the OCR Discord https://discord.gg/6a9BVxMuhttps://ocrdirectory.com/a-little-mountain-in-cincy-enters-the-hardest-spartan-ultra-chat/

On this Episode, we recap the “Black Mountain Monster Ultra” with Brian Beal and Michael Roberson . Brian and, Michael’s wife Mary, were 1st and 2nd Overall! We also recap the “Spartan Montana Ultra” with Tim Mazur. Due to weather they had to make the race into a 4 lap Ultra instead of the traditional 2 laps. It was interesting to hear his take on the event. We also act like idiots in our typical 8th grade fashion! Show sponsor https://www.monkeegrip.com/Join the OCR Discord channel https://discord.gg/gjjH83xe

On this Episode, Jeff Harmon tells us about being an Adaptive Athlete, and how he found OCR . He, also, is planning a trip to summit Mt. Kilimanjaro next year with a crew of friends, and teammates from More Heart Than Scars. He also started a non profit called “My Impossible” to help succeed in this endeavor.MY IMPOSSIBLEhttps://myimpossible.org/OCR DISCORDhttps://discord.gg/gjjH83xe

On this episode, Eric Langdon and Neil Murphy recap the Spartan New Jersey Ultra . This year was one of the harder years for this race, despite that Neil and Eric both made it on the podium for their Age Group. Oh, and of course we talk about the Killington Ultra, as well, since Neil has never missed a year there.  Check out the OCR Discord if you haven’t already! https://discord.gg/ocr

On this Episode, Brian , Michael and I recap the Fayetteville Ultra! We go over the lows and highs of each of our races. What worked, what didn’t, and what we would’ve done different-maybe; OF COURSE, we go off topic….some.

On this Episode, we talk about all things Spartan Ultra, especially Fayetteville Ultra that is coming up this weekend! We go over the map- venue specifically, and what to expect this year! We talk about the Spartan Ultra distance in general, like how to prepare as a Beginner , fueling , pacing, transition area , drop bin strategy, and other tips on planning. Of course we totally go off the rails in normal dumb fashion also!

On this Episode, race recaps with Brian Beal , Michael Roberson, and Jimmy Morris . We recap Brian’s “Georgia Death Race” attempt , Michael’s “Savage”  and “Charlotte Spartan” Race. Also, a 5k that both Jimmy and Michael did together! Fun episode with lots of 8th grade level foul language and name calling!

On this Episode, Sarah Tucker tells us about finding OCR in 2021 , and finding out really fast she was good at it! She recently placed 3rd at Savage Georgia , and 3rd in Spartan Atlanta Super. We, also, talk about some of her plans for the rest of the year as well.

On this Episode, Lisa Gonzales and Garret Hartman are back on the show to tell us about their experience at the Spartan Winter 24 hour Hurricane Heat. This Hurricane Heat was at the same time as the Winter Death Race this year. We hear about their highs and lows, and the aftermath, the event took on them.

On this Episode, Spartan Atlanta Trifecta Weekend recap with yours truly, Brian Beal, and Michael Roberson. We talk all about the weekend in Atlanta! Brian places first over all in all three competitive races ! I placed 3rd in my AG, and we all got a cool Spartan Trifecta Weekend Fidget Spinner Medal!!

On this Episode, Brian Beal , Michael Roberson, and I recap the Jacksonville Spartan Race from this past weekend. We discuss the new competitive wave format, the different venue this year, the difficulty people were having with Zigzag wall, and Brian’s First place finish on Saturday.

On this Episode, Chad Conley, Founder of the “50 for the Fallen”organization, is putting on an endurance event with Spartan Race at the Tampa Bay Stadion venue May the 17th. The event is called the “No Ma’am 50”, and it starts at 6 am Friday;  you do 50 burpees , run one mile for 50 rounds with a 24 hr time limit. Event can be done Solo , 2 person and 5 person teams. Finishers receive Stadion race pass and entry into the 2025 “Death Race”. Awards will be given to top Finishers, as well. Chad tells us about why he started “50 for the Fallen” and about some of the other events they have coming up too!

On this Episode, Jamy Walker tells us about being 1 of 3 Finishers at the “Spartan Winter Death Race”, that took place at Pittsfield Vermont. He tells us about breaking the ice on a frozen over pond, and doing water submerging before registration even begun! Lots of other crazy tasks we talk about, as well, on this 48 hr event.

On this Episode, Michael Roberson and I question Brian Beal on how his weekend went at “The Conquer“- last man standing event . The Conquer event is 3.4 miles , 1000 feet of elevation every hr until 1 person is left, with a climb of 605 stairs at the end of each loop. Race takes place at  Amicalola Falls State Park in Georgia, which is at the approach trail of the Appalachian. We also talk about some other Ultras Brian has done recently, as well.

On this Episode, Eric Langdon talks about doing the “Killington Sprint” as his first Spartan race.  Then after losing 40 lbs , he comes back to Killington and does his first Spartan Ultra, and two weeks later does the New Jersey Ultra! It was a good story and episode - if you’re thinking about doing an Ultra!

On this Episode, Jessica Wong tells us about doing her first Spartan Ultra at Newberry S.C., where she placed 1st in her age group. Before that, we talk about her placing 3rd in Savage Race Pro Wave, and going to Belgium for the World Obstacle OCR Championship

On this Episode, Nick Klingensmith talks to us about being a 4x cancer survivor, recovering alcoholic, and a type 1 diabetic. He tells us about his OCR journey, and what it’s like racing with Diabetes. Nick has written a book called “ Through the Fire”, and is beginning to do motivational speaking, as well. Which you can find at Stridemotivation.com

On this Episode, Stephanie Bland tells us about finding Ultra running, and what made her decide to do “World’s Toughest Mudder” this year! Stephanie goes over the whole race with us -pacing, fueling, and pit strategies. She placed 3rd place after getting 85 miles, but records over 100+ miles with the added penalty loops. Stephanie had an amazing mindset for this race, and expressed how much fun she had!

On this Episode, Elle Jones tells us about her adventure of completing the “Moab 240” on her first attempt! The “Moab 240” is a 240+ mile race with 31,000 feet of elevation. Not only did she finish the race, she was 3rd place female and 15th overall. The race has a 116 hr limit. Elle finished just over 88.5 hrs . She had an awesome story to tell!

On this Episode, Taylor Cedeno tells us about her weekend at OCRWC. The race being at elevation caused her asthma to flare up, making it difficult to breathe during the 3k . She placed 3rd place in her age group in the 15k on Saturday,  after she got her asthma under control. We also talk about past Savage and Spartan races as well!