I don’t know about you, but I’d heard some things about Spartan Races. I mean just Google “Spartan Race Obstacles” and you’ll see images of people covered in mud, crawling through barbed Zone 10 provides arguably the most well-rounded strength training move ever used. The Spartan RAM Burpee requires a squat, lowering the body down to the ground, pressing the body off the ground, standing up while lifting the weight off the ground, and finishing by pressing the weight overhead. One big F word: Friction. ———————————–. 3. Hydration Packs Are Optional. As you may have seen in my “Spartan Race Gear” video, I showed up on the starting line for the race wearing a simple, sling-across-the-waist style water bottle hydration belt. But then, they announced there would be water stations every two miles. 1-Month Spartan Race Training Plan. You have 1-month left until your Spartan Race and lot’s of work to do. This is your Ultimate Spartan Race Training Plan! Day 1. AM: 4–6 mile run (record distance) PM: *Upper Body Strength Training. Day 2. What is Spartan Race? There are three main types of Spartan Races, suitable to all fitness levels. For beginners we recommend the Sprint. Spartan's shortest courses are 5km and 20 obstacles. Complete the race at your own pace. If you fail an obstacle along the way, you owe us 30 burpees before continuing on. Ready for more? Using asymmetrical weight load, we will build strength in the chest, back, shoulders, and — most importantly — our core. Featured Circuit. Perform each exercise for 30 seconds. Complete 3 rounds. — Hand-release push-up. — Supine dumbbell chest press. — Supine dumbbell fly. Get the full workout —TRY IT NOW. WG1B. Many who run a longer race of any length can expect a stop to refuel every 1.5 miles. It can also be common at ultramarathons for aid stations to be loaded with yummy treats. Obstacle races can be The Spartan Race is 80% running and 20% strength. In light of that, Gabb says it’s better to build your aerobic base first before you build on your upper body strength for all the obstacles. According to him, you can expect mostly upper body-related obstacles because you’ll be hanging from monkey bars, rope climbing, and doing a lot of Even though the Spartan race is just 3 to 4 miles long, don’t take it easy. Even if you’re used to easily completing a 5k run in less than half an hour, a Spartan race can take you anywhere between 40 minutes to 150 minutes to finish. So, if you want to prep up for the tough race, make sure you complete at least one 3- or 4-mile race per week. Using asymmetrical weight load, we will build strength in the chest, back, shoulders, and — most importantly — our core. Featured Circuit. Perform each exercise for 30 seconds. Complete 3 rounds. — Hand-release push-up. — Supine dumbbell chest press. — Supine dumbbell fly. Get the full workout —TRY IT NOW. So here is my super basic technique for handling this obstacle: Hang upside down like any normal person would on this thing. Cross your legs so one is on top of the other. I find this gives you a better grasp on the rope and there’s less chances of falling. Just use your hands to pull yourself up, in a “heave ho” manner. For my first Spartan race I wanted to wear a hydration pack (Camelbak Mule), so began training with one at week 5. Depending upon how much water you plan to carry, as well as other stuff (gels, bars, phone, etc), it will make a difference to your training. If you plan to wear a pack during the race, definitely train (running and burpees) with

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