Ever wondered how the hippocampus triggers stress hormones or why balancing work and personal life feels like a high-wire act? Join us on this enlightening episode of Accountability Corner, where we celebrate Ricky's impressive progress at Mike's gym and get pumped for the upcoming European Championships. We kick off with some whimsical time travel banter before diving deep into the science and personal experiences of stress, exploring how it manifests in everything from daily pressures to ra...

Join us for the thrilling kick-off to Season Two of Accountability Corner where we feature the elite OCR athlete, Leon Kofoed, who recently took on the British racing scene. Leon dives into his firsthand experiences competing in the UK, shedding light on the unique challenges and the exhilarating moments that come with international competition. From comparing the technicalities of European and UK obstacle courses to the profound impact of good weather on his performance, Leon’s insights are ...

Celebrate with us as we hit our one-year stride at Accountability Corner, reflecting on the twists, turns, and full-throttle leaps we've taken in the obstacle course racing (OCR) scene. Get ready to revisit the roots of our passion and the "why" behind our mission, with a sprinkle of our aspirations for the next lap around the sun. From innovative penalty systems and brand identities to the personal obsessions that fuel our race day strategies, we're peeling back the layers on a year's worth ...

Send us a Text Message.Ever found yourself chuckling through a faceful of mud and wondered if you could turn those slips, trips, and falls into a real racing strategy? Our laughter-laden episode peels back the layers of obstacle course racing with Mo sharing the hilarity and humility from his latest Born Survivor escapade. We don’t just stop at the finish line; get ready for a no-holds-barred conversation on pacing, physical aftermath, and the mental gymnastics of racing. Whether you’re an OC...

Ever been sidelined by those persistent little pains we athletes lovingly refer to as 'niggles'? Well, lace up your trainers and join us on a light-hearted journey through the ins and outs of niggle management, without sacrificing your training goals. From the comical woes of Viking hand to the trials of runner's knee, our latest chat is packed with humor and practical advice on balancing discipline with self-care to keep you on the racecourse.We all know that ignoring our body's whispers can...

Ever had that moment where the starting horn blares and your heart races, knowing the obstacle-laden path ahead? That's where we kick off our latest chat, tearing through the mud and over the walls of the UK OCR 3k series. We're bringing you the raw details of our 3K and long course escapades, spilling the beans on everything from the weight of those heavy carries to the tactical sprints that define our race days. It's a mix of laughter and learning as we unpack the nuances of obstacle course...

The Scottish hills have spoken, and they've challenged us with the Tartan Warrior obstacle course race, where mud, grit, and camaraderie collided. Join us as we relive the electrifying atmosphere of race day, share our personal successes and stumbles, and dissect the strategic marathon that is competitive OCR. Our race weekend was a cornucopia of weather-beaten tracks, the thrill of reuniting with our OCR family, and the tactical decisions that navigated us through the course. From the...

Ever wondered how to conquer the world of obstacle course racing (OCR)? This episode is your all-access pass to mastering the UK OCR series, from balancing the thrill of competition with the gritty details of training and nutrition, to navigating the financial hurdles of racing. Join us as we lay down our personal training regimes and share battle-tested strategies for the British championships and the Spartan series, alongside seasoned insights on the importance of long runs, time trials,...

Ever wondered how athletes prepare for the gritty endurance needed in Obstacle Course Racing? This episode, we're joined by Russell Walsh, a seasoned OCR competitor from the northeast of England, who walks us through the intricate dance of physical and mental preparation for this intense sport. Together, we dissect the essentials of grip strength, technical prowess, and the creative ways to train outside of specialized gyms, proving that a lack of resources is no excuse for an unprepared...

Have you ever embraced a stumble on your path as a secret weapon? That's exactly what we're unpacking as we hit the 20th episode mark at Accountability Corner, sharing not just tales from the trenches of obstacle course racing but also life's little hiccups that teach us the most. And we're not afraid to let you in on the 'monsters in the dark' philosophy—those silent, frosty mornings that shape the warrior within for race season. Flipping the script on failure, we break down how every...

Ever wondered how some individuals manage to maintain an unwavering dedication to their goals, navigating life's ebb and flow with near-perfect consistency? This episode is your chance to unravel the secrets to that steadfast commitment, as we discuss how the simplest acts of consistency can forge the path to achieving personal greatness. We dive into the importance of sticking to a plan, how it shields us from injury and ensures a harmonious life balance. Wrapping up, we chew the fat on the...

We love our attribute cards or Accountability Trading Cards however we want to call them. But there is so much more behind them, they highlight the skills and strengths needed to be the best all-round obstacle course racers.  This episode will help anyone from a first-timer to a seasoned veteran understand the anatomy of how we believe our training allows us to get around any obstacle course as best as we possibly can.  The Attribute cards allow you to reflect on your strengths and...

Are you new to the sport, want to get more competitive, looking for an adventure or just trying to get more organised with your race calendar? Our latest episode is all about planning your season. We also talk about our focuses and go into the detail or no detail for some of us. 

The episode you never asked for but we delivered, the big one with all of your favourite UK hosts.  2023 has been amazing for the sport of OCR and we wanted to celebrate that with a very long episode to showcase the highlights of the year and to wish you all a very Merry Christmas. Enjoy this one and make sure you wait until the end for some very special guests.  Thank you for listening and staying with us in 2023, more to come in 2024. Merry Christmas Everyone 

In the last episode of our obstacle race skills series, we talked about running as a skill and how OCR has so many different demands from it and then we went on to put it all together and created the best OCR race format. Let us know what you think, we hope you enjoy our most prepared-for episode yet. 

The one you've been waiting for in our obstacle skills series, what we all love talking about, technical obstacles. Hear how we try and break them down to give you insight into what you can expect and what training can be done to perfect them.  If we missed any let us know, as we may do a wrap-up episode to capture everything else.  

Continuing with our obstacle series, this episode is all about strength obstacles, what they are how to train for them, and where to expect them on course. As always we have the scientific insight from our self-proclaimed Dr Shipley and some great coaching insight from Mo.  If you ever wanted to get more insight into the strength part of our sport then tune in for a great listen. 

Our first-ever podcast series - We're going to focus on the obstacles that make up obstacle course racing, from Mandatory obstacles, strength obstacles, and what we all love suspended obstacles.  In this first episode, we talk about Mandatory obstacles, which are the foundation of obstacle course racing, we discuss how to tackle them, how to train for them, and where they should be placed on the course. 

What does being competitive mean to you? We talk all about being competitive in OCR, how it drives us, and how it has made the sport and us as athletes grow.  We also talk about the British Championships, how competitive it will be, and what it has done for the sport. 

All about the FISO OCR World Championships and the inner voice. In this episode, we ask Mo to step aside and welcome Immy Hales, who represented Team UK in the mixed team race at the OCR world championships alongside your hosts Chris and Darren. Immy is an incredible athlete who also humbly talks about her 2nd place finish in her age category in the 3k race. Immy also joins us in our conversation about controlling the inner voice when racing and training. 

Why do we need Championship races? We talk all about championship races in OCR, where they are why we have more than one of them, and why you should go to them. With the Fiso World Championships coming up this weekend 14-17 September, we also talk about our prep what it means to us, and what it means to the sport of OCR as a whole. 

This episode continues the discussion around how to train and get better at OCR. what can I do if I don't have a gym, where can I go to train, how much should I be training and what does a scripted training plan look like?  More importantly, hear some amazing insight from our very own scientist,  Dr Christopher Shipley. 

This episode is all about simplifying how to get into obstacle course racing. How fit do you need to be, how do I get started and what should I be worried about? 

This Episode is all about obsession, are we obsessed and if yes can that be a good thing and how do you stop it from getting out of control and being negative? It's all about balance.