How to Train for a Spartan Race
Cayden Jones, Obstacle Warriors North Richland Hills | Updated June 3, 2024
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New athletes or participants for a Spartan Race need to train the basics when it comes to obstacle course racing (OCR). This can include running, climbing, crawling, jumping, or hiking.
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WHAT TO EXPECT ON AN OBSTACLE COURSE RACE
Rope Climb - Most OCR races will have some variation of a rope climb.
Bucket Carry - This will involve carrying a weighted bucket across challenging terrain. Most Spartan Races provide a bucket carry with five-gallon buckets filled with rocks. Womens buckets will be about 40 to 50 pounds and mens will be about 50 to 75 pounds.
Mutli-Rig - These are similar to monkey bars, but may include challenging grips such as rings, bars, nun-chucks, ropes, or a similar apparatus.
Barbed Wire Crawl - Most obstacle course races will involve some type of low-crawl, whether its under a cargo net or barbed wire.
Running - Cardiovascular endurance is a crucial component to these races. You must have a solid cardiovascular base in order to do well and minimize extended walk breaks in between obstacles.
HOW LONG DO I NEED TO TRAIN BEFORE A SPARTAN RACE
The recommended time span to train before a Spartan Race is 8-12 weeks. The training program should include strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance, power, balance, and agility work.
Anyone can train for a race at a standard gym, but it is recommended to train at an obstacle course gym to work on technique, such as OBSTACLE WARRIORS NRH, opening in July 2024.
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