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Obstacle Running Adventures

MStefano Running
Obstacle Course Racing
OCR
Spartan Race
OCR Community
Savage Race
Citi Field
Tough Mudder
Gaylord Gauntlet
Athlete Interviews
Mudgear-Hannibal Race Pro Team
Hybrid Racing
Running
Adaptive Sports
Recovery
Health and Fitness
Event Coverage
War X
Viking Obstacle Course
Ultra House
Noel Medina

MStefano Running is a group of friends that went outside their comfort zone in 2012 and started training to run in fun runs as well as mud runs and other events. We urge others to get off the couch and go for a run or even a walk. Exercise is great for the mind and body. We hope you enjoy listening to our adventures and consider trying one for yourself.

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Somehow we have never had Sarah Tucker on the show, this week we remedy that!

Our paths crossed with Sarah at World's Toughest Mudder in both 2023 as well as 2024 but she inadvertently dodged the mic at both events. She joined the MudGear Hannibal ... more

Robert B Foster has had an impact on the OCR community in a few different ways! He first got into the sport in 2011, started training with his RBF Fitness clients and building them up to a goal of completing an event, and more recently being our main... more

We had Nick Gagnon on the show for hiking the Appalachian Trail back in 2023 and he seemed interested in taking on another hiking challenge in the future. Now that he finished the Pacific Crest Trail we figured it was time to have him back on the sh... more

We have been looking for some extreme events to talk about on the show and when we saw that the first OCR was taking place in Antarctica after previous cancellations, we were excited to do an episode on it! Now that Mike listens to the shows that the... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Gagnon
Hiker and outdoor enthusiast who recently completed the Pacific Crest Trail
Episode: 472. Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail with Nick Gagnon!
Becky Neal
Elite obstacle course racer with expertise in various athletic disciplines including gymnastics and running
UK OCR community
Episode: 471. UKOCR, Championship Events, Antarctica OCR, and More with Becky Neal!
Brooklyn Nichols
Athlete and fitness expert, winner of DEKA World Championships events
Episode: 466. Brooklyn Nichols on Winning the DEKA World Championship in FIT, MILE, and STRONG!
MaryJane Osuji
A participant of the Taco Bell 50K and obstacle course racing enthusiast.
Episode: 465. Taco Bell 50K with MaryJane Osuji!
Kristopher Mendoza
Dentist anesthesiologist and OCR athlete.
Self-employed
Episode: 464. Kristopher Mendoza on His Return to OCR, Anesthesia, Colorado, and More!
Erica Jackman
Organizer of Operation Rucksgiving
Local fitness community in Rhode Island
Episode: 463. Operation Rucksgiving with Erica Jackman!
Mark Jones
Guinness World Record holder for 24-hour rucking distance
Oscar Mike
Episode: 462. Mark Jones on DEKA Ruck, Oscar Mike, and 24 Hour Rucking World Record!
Tyler Veerman
Professional OCR athlete, winner of recent races in the circuit
Episode: 461. Tyler Veerman on Colorado, OCR Redemption, Pike's Peak Progress, and More!
Jason Dupree
A longtime livestreamer for OCR events
The OCR Report
Episode: 460. Jason Dupree on Livestreaming North American OCR and Hybrid Events, Burnout, and More!

Hosts

Michael Stefano
Co-host and main presenter with extensive knowledge of obstacle course racing and a passion for fitness.
Kaitlyn Ritter
Co-host and main presenter known for engaging discussions and interviews in the OCR community.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Please stop blaspheming God’s name

    Love the interviewing. Love the current event reporting on OCR near and far. Please stop blaspheming God’s name. I stopped listening to Matthew Davis because of his classless cussing and blasphemy.

    QUESTION: Must I do the same here?

    ANSWER (10/20/2024): yes. Your amateur behavior regarding my feedback is classless. I’m hoping there’s a professional OCR show out there, because this one (despite the great info given) doesn’t fit the bill.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Die2myself
    United Statesa year ago
  • 400 Episodes! Congratulations!

    Updated review: Mike and Katelyn have been crushing it for over seven years now. Congratulations you guys. Keep up the good work and I’m looking forward to 400 more episodes from you two. Five starrrrrrrs!

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    Mike, his female co-host Katelyn, and their friends talk about their running exploits and do interviews with other runners. They're doing races from 5k color runs to Spartan OCR's.

    Even if you've never run a Tough Mudder and don't ever plan on doing World's Toughest Mudder you'll find so... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Will326326
    United Statesa year ago
  • Old & New…

    Old 8/2022…Just listened to your guys last episode, really good I really appreciate what you guys do. I usually listen to you on Spotify but came over here to leave a review.

    I thought I wrote a review a couple years ago and it looks like the last one never was sent. 😩

    Anyway, getting ready to run Monterey Super this weekend, and I think it is very cool that you guys go over all the podiums (those names are crazy!!!). Also appreciate the interviews of elite OCR athletes, kinda hard to fin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alltakennicknames11
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome podcast with excellent live event coverage!

    Mike and his team really go above and beyond with their live event coverage and interviews. Great quality, excellent questions and they cover a wide variety of topics! He's also nice enough to film you completing obstacles in the middle of the night! 10/10 recommend 🤘🏻🤘🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dope Scorsese
    United States2 years ago
  • Good stuff

    They may not say it anymore, but this is the most consistent OCR podcast. Look it up. Like clockwork; the clock bares 12:00 at noon… Also at midnight… Or if the power went out recently and you haven’t re set it. Time is a construct. So too this podcast posts good episodes reliably on schedule. Humble hosts. The struggle to pronounce racer names is always charming. OCR still has a pulse and podcasts like this are an important part of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhitB90
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging interviews and personal stories shared by the hosts.
The podcast is recognized for its consistent release schedule and coverage of races.
Many enjoy the hosts' down-to-earth style and the balance between humor and serious discussions.
Feedback suggests that the podcast does a good job in covering both local and national OCR events, making it relatable for various listeners.

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Apple Podcasts
#228
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#83
China/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#108
Singapore/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#139
Denmark/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

464. Kristopher Mendoza on His Return to OCR, Anesthesia, Colorado, and More!
Q: What advice would you give to someone thinking about doing World's Toughest Mudder?
You might regret not trying. Just go for it and see what happens!
464. Kristopher Mendoza on His Return to OCR, Anesthesia, Colorado, and More!
Q: When are you and Kelly dropping music on Spotify?
That is something we haven't done yet, but we are considering it.
464. Kristopher Mendoza on His Return to OCR, Anesthesia, Colorado, and More!
Q: How did you get into obstacle course racing?
I got into it in 2011 when a friend introduced me to Tough Mudder, which sparked my interest in OCR.
461. Tyler Veerman on Colorado, OCR Redemption, Pike's Peak Progress, and More!
Q: How did your training for the Pike's Peak Ascent evolve over the years?
I focused on pacing and fueling strategies to adapt to the high elevation and improve my performance on that challenging course.
461. Tyler Veerman on Colorado, OCR Redemption, Pike's Peak Progress, and More!
Q: What challenges did you face at the Spartan Super World Championships?
It was part mental and part physical; I was dealing with some asthma issues and found it hard to transition during the race, which led to dropping out early.

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Content primarily focuses on obstacle course racing (OCR), ultra running, and hybrid fitness events. Episodes frequently feature interviews with elite athletes, personal stories of challenges and triumphs—including recovery from injuries—and discussions about community aspects linked to fitness events. Unique highlights include themed races, charity efforts, and motivations behind individual participants' journeys in OCR and running, along with coverage of significant competitions across various locations. The emphasis on community building and personal growth through sport positions this series as both an informative and inspiring resource for runners and fitness enthusiasts alike.

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1. Nick Gagnon
2. Becky Neal
3. Brooklyn Nichols
4. MaryJane Osuji
5. Kristopher Mendoza
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7. Mark Jones
8. Tyler Veerman

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