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 was help at my studio.  This is always such a great event and we had an awesome turnout.  Have you heard of the new 65+ age group modifications and the new team challenges?  I discuss some of the more recent changes with Deka.   In my Research Review I discuss a really cool study looking at high fat versus high carb meal prior to performing.  This study shows some interested results and I explain why this might be the way to go for your nutrition leading up to your next race and the strategy you want to implement morning of your race.   In the Inside Mike's Mind section I talk conditioning.  I question I get all the time is what is the best way to build conditioning.  Is it tabata intervals or other HIIT methods?  This is a topic I am really passionate about and I take a deep dive in the physiology of conditioning to help explain what the best method actually is for improving your endurance.   Shop My Favorite 100% Science-Backed Amino Acid Supplements at www.aminoco.com/OCR.  Enter code OCR at check to Save 30% + get a FREE amino eBook! Amino Co’s science is unmatched with over 30 years of experience.  Amino Co was created by former Harvard professor and world-renowned clinical researcher Dr. Robert Wolfe.  Their precise blends of amino acids help you become stronger, heal faster, reduce ag-related declines and improve your overall metabolic health. Enjoy the episode!   Links Mentioned in the Show: Deka:  http://www.deka.fit Fit Track Dara Scale:  www.getfittrack.com Use code OCRUNDERGROUND for 20% off Amino Co: www.aminoco.com Use Code OCR for 30% off Venga CBD:  http://www.vengacbd.com/ocrunderground Research on High Fat Meal Consumption Prior to Performance:  https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/0922/1cdc3b8c1708a006805e91f0e532644c0076.pdf?_gl=1*a4a8tq*_ga*MTAxNzUxNTczNy4xNjcyMzQyMDQ2*_ga_H7P4ZT52H5*MTY3ODgxNzU1Ny4zLjAuMTY3ODgxNzU1OC4wLjAuMA..   Ready to save on your next spartan race?  Use code SGX-230403