Cross Country Evolution
Max shares his experiences transitioning from traditional cross country racing to obstacle course racing, highlighting the differences in training focus. He emphasizes that while strength is important in some races, many obstacle races can feel like classic cross country events, allowing runners to excel with speed and agility rather than sheer strength. Both he and Jason reflect on the changing landscape of cross country racing and the need to return to its roots.In this clip
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Episode 115: Max King on How to Thrive in Any Race (Athleticism, Mobility, Strength)
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How do you train for obstacle course racing (OCR) based on the episode Episode 60: How to Run a Fast Obstacle Course Race and the clip Conquering the Warrior Dash?
What is the best way to train for an obstacle course racing (OCR) race, as discussed in the episode Episode 60: How to Run a Fast Obstacle Course Race and the clip Conquering the Warrior Dash?
How to train for obstacle course racing (OCR)