Welcome to the OCR Underground Show. Your best resource for all things to help you train better for your next obstacle course race.  Each episode I cover training strategies plus chat with other experts to get other insight into smarter ocr training.   In this episode I share more information about my latest project the Certified OCR Specialist certification coming out soon.  To get on the waitlist for early access click here:...

The OCR Underground Show Episode 107 Show Notes   Welcome to the OCR Underground Show.  Your best resource for all things OCR and Hybrid training.  Each week I dive into different topics to help you train smarter for your next OCR.  The New Year is here and what better way to start than some insight on how to set goals and a few specific things you can work on this year.  Don't get caught assuming this year will be better than last.  It is up to you to make that happen.  This episode is jam...

Welcome to the OCR Underground Show.  Your best resource for smarter obstacle course race training tips.  Each episode I share insight into improving your training, interview other experts, and dive into the latest research to help guide you along the way. In this episode I share my experience at the So Cal Rugged Maniac race.  I had a blast getting back into a race and enjoying some time with clients. I also take a deep dive into trending recovery tool of ice baths.  I have been using ice...

The OCR Underground Show is here to help you train smarter for your next OCR or Hybrid event.  In this episode I share a recent interview I had with two of the best Aaron Nowlin and Glen Racz are among the best in OCR.  Recently they have been tearing up the courses in hybrid events such as DEKA. I have had the privilege to watch them compete many times in the DEKA MILE and DEKA STRONG.  At our last event they each competed individually, posting the 2 fastest mile times, and then joined...

Welcome back to another great episode of the OCR Underground Show.  A podcast created to help you train and crush your next obstacle course race.   Interested in racing the next DEKA STRONG or DEKA MILE with me?  My gym San Diego Premier Training is hosting a combo event on 9/23 and 9/24.  We will be having open, team, and kids heats on both days.  We would love to see you out there.  Check out in the link section where you can register before the event fills up.   In this episode I share a...

Welcome to the OCR Underground Show.  You best resource for training tips and strategies to help you train for your next OCR.   You may have heard already but DEKA will be holding a DEKA STRONG event at the IDEA World Fitness & Nutrition Conference at the LA Convention Center 7/14-7/15.   I will be volunteering at the event as a judge and would love to see you there.  Swing by the DEKA booth at the Expo.  You can't miss it.   https://deka.fit/ideaworld/ Looking for a scienced-based...

The OCR Underground Show is the best podcast for training tips to help you with your next obstacle course race.   In this episode, I share my thoughts on the Big Bear race setup after teaching the Spartan OS course.  I also talk about a research study that looked at the benefit of performing high-rep strength training on endurance performance.  Or lack thereof....  And I get into my thoughts on training for max effort versus exposing yourself to different positions and postures.  Strength...

If you are looking for a podcast loaded with tips to help you dominate you next race, you have come to the right place.  Each episode I dive into relevant research to help mold you into a better endurance athlete, share training strategies I use with my clients, and interview other coaches and athletes in the OCR world. In todays episode I share research that compared different high intensity training methods and how they impact neuromuscular response and vagal tone.  One of the methods was...

I can't believe I have put out 100 episodes.  I truly hope that you have enjoyed listening as much as I enjoy creating them.  Hopefully over these 100 shows you have found a few helpful tips to help you train for your next obstacle course race.  As always I have a great one lined up for you today. It has been a whirlwind week spending spring break in Hawaii and then hopping on a flight to Houston to watch UCONN with the Men's National Championship. It was a great time but I'm definitely...

The OCR Underground Show is your best resources for training tips on obstacle course racing.  Each episode is full of practical strategies to help you crush your next race.   Thanks to my newest sponsor of the show Fit Track.  Check out the Fit Track Dara scale at www.getfittrack.com.  Get 17 health metrics every time you step on the scale to help you monitor your progress.  Use code OCRUNDERGROUND to save 20%.   In this episode I share a brief recap of the recent Deka Strong event that...

Welcome to the OCR Underground Show.  Your best resource to training tips to crush your next obstacle course race.  As always this episode is packed with strategies for smarter ocr training.   In this episode, I recap my first Spartan Race of the year in San Bernadino, CA.  It was a fun race and excited to get back into it.  My research review discuss different strategies for improving your pull ups.  Obviously being better at pull ups is a huge advantage in many obstacles.  See how these...

The OCR Underground Show is a podcast built to help you crush your next obstacle course race.  Each episode is jammed packed with tips, strategies, and interview to help you train smarter.   In Episode 97 I share my experience at the latest Epic Series event and how I did in the Average Joe & Jane category.  In my research review I talk all about VO2 max.  Learn what VO2 max is and why it is so important for endurance athletes.  Plus I share a few studies that should what intensities...

The OCR Underground Show is the best resource for OCR specific training programs.  In this episode I share two studies on Carbohydrates.  Specifically they are about carbohydrate restriction training.  When I wrote my book Fuel and Fire, my plan was to help readers understand the importance of food and training.  These complement each other when done correctly and can provide powerful improvements in your performance.  Carbohydrate restriction can boost or blunt results depending on how you...

Back again with more incredible training tips for your next Spartan Race or other OCR.  Excited there are no more burpees in Spartan Competitive heats or upset?  Many have strong opinions on the rule change.  I share some of my thoughts on this current topic.   In my research review I share some really cool info on training to failure.  This study looked at training to failure vs non failure, plus using heavy or light loads.  Some interesting findings that will help shape your training.   ...

The OCR Underground podcast is jammed backed with useful training tips to  help you train for your next obstacle course race.  In this episode I share my experience after hosting our latest Deka Strong and Deka Mile weekend.  It was a crazy weekend with over 80 participants.  I love hosting and participating in these events.  Can't wait for the next one.   In my research review I discuss a study that looked into HRV biofeedback and how simple breathing exercises helped improve sleep and...

The OCR Underground Podcast provides incredible insight into smarter training so you can crush your next OCR.  This episode is packed with great training tips to improve performance and keep you more resilient.   In this one I discuss the importance of doing your own research.  It is great to study the latest research trends on training and nutrition, but that doesn't mean it will always work for you.  Instead turn your training into your own research study to see what works best for you. ...

After some time off, Coach Mike Deibler is ready to help you get back on track.  Since it has been awhile since the last podcast what better way to get back on track than to give of few tips on how you can get back into training after a break.   This is a shorter episode this time, but we will be back soon with more full length episodes.   Full show notes:  www.ocrunderground.com/episode-92  

Back again with another jammed pack podcast with more OCR Training tips.  It feels like forever since my last race and I am definitely getting the itch after seeing everyone post their pics and medals recently.  Hopefully I will get my chance soon.  But until then I will keep training and getting better every day.   In this episode I share my 3 step process in conquering any obstacle.  There is a lot that goes into training for specific obstacle, but I like to break it all down into three...

Well I am in between trips so I wanted to get an episode out before I check out on vacation.  As usually I have tons of good info to help you train for your next OCR.   First up in the Inside Mike's Mind segment, I talk about one of my favorite subjects, Physiology.  I know not everyone loves learning how the body responds to exercise so I did my best to keep it simple.  But understanding your own physiology helps you create way better workout programs.  This was the basis behind my book, ...

Another great episode that will help you train for your next OCR event.  In this one I discuss the two big concepts that should be the focus of your training program right now.  This is testing and programming.  I discuss different ways to set your baseline and then how to use that information to create a better program. In my research review I found a cool study that compared massage versus cold water immersion.  This study wanted to see which one had a bigger impact on recovery.  Check out...

Now that 2021 is winding down it is time to look ahead to 2022.  If you are looking for a race to start the year off with and are in the So Cal area, check out the Deka Strong event at my studio, San Diego Premier Training.  It will be held on January 16th.  You can register through the link here:  https://endurancecui.active.com/event-reg/select-race?e=79618834 It is time to finish the year strong and get a head start on next season.  To help you out this episode is packed with off season...

Today I have a solo episode for you.  I will be back next time with a new interview.  But until then, enjoy todays latest podcast to help you with your OCR training needs. Would it be cool to have me right next to you as you attempt your most challenging Spartan Race obstacles?  How about if I walk you through my system for hitting the spear every time, or mastering the rope climb?  Well you can join me for the Obstacle Specialist Course coming up on 12/10 before the LA Spartan Sprint.  I...

Another podcast episode to help you with your OCR Training.  This episode is brought to you by Ancore Training Systems.  This is my new favorite training tool that is a MUST for any gym or garage.  Get the power of a cable trainer in a compact size that is great for training function and power.  Check them out at www.ancoretraining.com.  Use code OCRUNDERGROUND to save 10%.  This show is also sponsored by Venga CBD.  CBD product specifically engineered with the endurance athlete in mind.  You...

My first podcast since the Spartan North America Championship Race in Lake Tahoe.  It was an awesome race with a great venue and beautiful scenery.  Unfortunately though this one left me with a pretty significant injury.  I talk all about what happened and what the next steps are for me. In the Inside Mike's Mind, I talk more about adversity.  I figured I share some of the mindset shifts I am going through dealing with my injury.  Most of us are hit with something at some point in our life. ...