Today Pretty Mike sits down with Andy Haskell. Trucker and Spartan Elite racer. Andy and Mike talk all things including Dealers of Hope and Teddy Bear Foundation. Both are close to his heart and you will see Andy at both the Teddy Bear Crawl event and the Spartan Para World Championships on his wife Amy's support team. Right now The BeastNet podcast is hosting a virtual race to raise money for both these charities. Check it out and Register before Christmas 2025 to earn your patch and make a difference to these two wonderful charities that do so much for the community. https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Auburn/ThePrettyMike5kChallenge WANT FREE STUFF? Do us a favor and rate us and leave a review on your favorite Podcast Platform. Screenshot it and email the review to us at BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com and we will send you a sticker. www.BeastNetPod.com #BeastNetPod #MadeTougher #Podcast #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #beastsocr #DealerofHopUSA #Nuun #TeamNuun #mhts #ocrracers #MudGear #berserkerbrew #ocraddix #ocrbuddy Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music
Today Joey McGlamory of @Dealers of Hope USA and Dan McDonald of @Spartan join the show to discuss the upcoming championship races in Orlando the weekend of November 8th in Orlando Florida. This episode is special because this is a project that Joey adn Dan have been working onfor years with an advisory council and it is finally coming to fruition. Please take a minute to listen to this one and take some notes as there are some rules for the Para Championship event discussed and in October Dan and Joey will be back on to go over everything again.#Dohusa #beastnetpod #spartanparaworldchampionships #spartanrace #overcomingobstacles #carryyouintothelight #adaptiveathlete
Today on the BeastNet™ Pretty Mike sits down with Megan, The OCR Trainer.
OCR Trainer episodes take you through being a client of a personal trainer and why it's important to have a committed trainer that works with you, writes specific programs for you, and isn't just an Instagram coach that gives generic advice or reuses training programs as a one size fits all. If you have a question you would like discussed on an upcoming episode with The OCR Trainer send it to BeastNet on FaceBook, IG, or Email BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com
Have a listen to this monthly special and let us know what you think. Find Megan here: The OCR Trainer (IG, FB, Youtube, Website), MeggieBATC (IG) USAOCR www.USAOCR.org @USAOCR www.linktr.ee/usaocr www.linktr.ee/BeastNetPod #BeastNetPod #MadeTougher #ALTRA #ALTRArunning #ALTRAlove #USAOCR #Podcast #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #beastsocr #Texas #HopeDealer #Nuun #TeamNuun #mhts #ocrracers #MudGear #DOHUSA #ocraddix #ocrbuddy Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music
Today Pretty Mike talks with Mark Haverland about a little bit over everything. Bear Crawling MT Kilimanjaro? Check. Raising funds for Foster kids? Check.New BeastNet virtual races? Cheeeeeck?This is something fun, painful, and for a good cause. The Teddy Bearcrawl at OCRs. Mark Haverland founded the Teddy Bearcrawl while he was doing a Bearcrawl through the Dallas Spartan Super last year. Mark was raising money to buy teddy bears for the local childrens hospital. Mike and MArk discuss things that are known to all and some that are secrets. You'll have to listen to the whole episode to figure it all out!Check out this video from Manaverse Studios on the Atlanta Teddy Bear Crawl. https://youtu.be/2p2kBYFRkho?si=jzFSMD1MxWTURXIGSpartan Unbreakable Teddy Bear Crawl highlight https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DyftZLGtK/Wanna Join in? Find Bryan Gray or Mark Haverland on Instagram or FacebookDonate here:@teddybearcrawl | LinktreeWANT FREE STUFF? Do us a favor and rate us and leave a review on your favorite Podcast Platform. Screenshot it and email the review to us at BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com and we will send you a sticker. www.BeastNetPod.com #BeastNetPod #MadeTougher #Podcast #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #beastsocr #DealerofHopUSA #Nuun #TeamNuun #mhts #ocrracers #MudGear #berserkerbrew #ocraddix #ocrbuddy Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music
Today Joey McGlamory of @Dealers of Hope USA and Dan McDonald of @Spartan join the show along with adaptive athletes Amy, Pj, and Blind Pete discuss the upcoming championship races in Orlando the weekend of November 8th in Orlando Florida. This episode is special because we just love to have out adaptive friends on here to talk about their stories and the Spartan Race. Please take a minute to listen to this one and take some notes as there are some rules for the Para Championship event discussed and in October Dan and Joey will be back on to go over everything again.#Dohusa #beastnetpod #spartanparaworldchampionships #spartanrace #overcomingobstacles #carryyouintothelight #adaptiveathlete
Today Joey McGlamory of @Dealers of Hope USA and Dan McDonald of @Spartan join the show to discuss the upcoming championship races in Orlando the weekend of November 8th in Orlando Florida. This episode is special because this is a project that Joey adn Dan have been working onfor years with an advisory council and it is finally coming to fruition. Please take a minute to listen to this one and take some notes as there are some rules for the Para Championship event discussed and in October Dan and Joey will be back on to go over everything again.#Dohusa #beastnetpod #spartanparaworldchampionships #spartanrace #overcomingobstacles #carryyouintothelight #adaptiveathlete
Today Pretty Mike sits down with Scott Davis, Owner, of Mud Factor. Mud Factor is a national mud run series that comes to town to get first timers and people who are interested in mud runs a chance to get out, get muddy, have fun, and not drop $200 in entry fees to do it. Scott knows where he wants to be in the OCR world with his events. With all the introductory races folding just before and during covid we are glad to see Mud Factor still moving forward. Mud Factor is also the only national series race that comes to Alaska. If you are in the Great North take the time and run it in Anchorage.
BeastNet and The Dealers of Hope will be running at Mud Factor Portland this weekend and if you are available, you need to join us.
Sign up here: https://mudfactor.com/
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Today's special episode Pretty Mike sits down with Allison and Kody from BirdMine film production to discuss their new documentary about Erika Bogan(A name most listeners already know) and her struggles with mental heath while climbing the tallest free standing mountain on the planet. In a Wheelchair!
I don't want to give it all away, but this episode is a truly special one and we would love for you to share the episode, share the movie, and do everything in out power to get the message out there.
Fins Dances With Films:
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Find Meandering Scars:
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AndFind Birdmine at:
@birdminestories on FB, Insta, Twiter, and more
#MeanderingScars #documentary #documentaryfilmmaking #filmmaking #disabilityawareness #mentalhealthawareness #mtkilimanjaro #ocrstrong #helpushelpyou #fullcircleproject #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #racereadyobstacles #frontlineocr #beastnetpod #moreheartthanscars #mhts #celticwarriorchallenge #cwc #ocrtriad #ocrracers #epicseries #berserkerbrew #highlanderassault #lionheartsfitness #sceniccitymudrun #scmr #dolichosrace #dragonocr #mmc #marionmade #mrc #mudracercompany #ocraddix #ocrbuddy
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Today on the BeastNet™ Pretty Mike sits down with Megan, The OCR Trainer.
OCR Trainer episodes take you through being a client of a personal trainer and why it's important to have a committed trainer that works with you, writes specific programs for you, and isn't just an Instagram coach that gives generic advice or reuses training programs as a one size fits all. If you have a question you would like discussed on an upcoming episode with The OCR Trainer send it to BeastNet on FaceBook, IG, or Email BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com
Have a listen to this monthly special and let us know what you think. Find Megan here: The OCR Trainer (IG, FB, Youtube, Website), MeggieBATC (IG) USAOCR www.USAOCR.org @USAOCR www.linktr.ee/usaocr www.linktr.ee/BeastNetPod #BeastNetPod #MadeTougher #ALTRA #ALTRArunning #ALTRAlove #USAOCR #Podcast #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #beastsocr #Texas #HopeDealer #Nuun #TeamNuun #mhts #ocrracers #MudGear #DOHUSA #ocraddix #ocrbuddy Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music
Today Mike gets a chance to talk with Jake Moore of War-X. This is not your mother's OCR and this year Hubie Cushman is adding to the race. THATS RIGHT Indian Mud Run Obstacles are coming to WarX this year!Something very different, fun, and inclusive. They work to create an atmosphere of a war-zone in their permanent OCR facility in Ohio but at the same time make sure all the Heroes from Operation enduring warrior are able to run their race. Mike and Jake talk about why they do what they do in Ohio as well as reasons for you to come out and get involved. Recently War-X facilities have become the official OEW training grounds.Sign up Here:https://www.thisiswarx.com/war-x-race...Note from War-X: Everyone at War-X believes in supporting veterans, law enforcement, and all those who have personally sacrificed for our freedoms. We have partnered with Operation Enduring Warrior (OEW), and directly support their efforts with disabled and adaptive veterans. Operation Enduring Warrior is a 501(c)(3) non-profit 100% volunteer-run organization whose mission is to honor, empower and motivate America’s wounded military service members, enabling the lives of our Wounded Warriors to go in directions they once thought impossible. War-X is the official training site for Operation Enduring Warrior and their masked athlete team. We host several events each year to help raise public awareness and support for OWE. 100% of all revenue generated from our events directly benefit their initiatives.https://www.enduringwarrior.org/WANT FREE STUFF? Do us a favor and rate us and leave a review on your favorite Podcast Platform. Screenshot it and email the review to us at BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com and we will send you a sticker.www.BeastNetPod.comMusic Info:https://beastnetpod.com/music#beastnetpod #OCRBuddy #DOHUSA #OCRaddix #OCRStrong2020 #raceLOCAL
Today on the BeastNet Pretty Mike gets to sit down with Author, Spartan, Amputee, cancer survivor, warrior, Rebecca Danae to discuss her new book "Limitless" that is available now on Amazon. Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/asXFtsuMike and Rebecca talk about her story and how we got to here. This episode is powerful and you need to have a listen. www.BeastNetPod.com #BeastNetPod #Adaptiveathlete #Podcast #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #beastsocr #DealersofhoprUSA #Nuun #TeamNuun #dohUSA #ocrracers #MudGear #berserkerbrew #ocraddix #ocrbuddy Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music
Today on the BeastNet™ Pretty Mike sits down with Megan, The OCR Trainer.
OCR Trainer episodes take you through being a client of a personal trainer and why it's important to have a committed trainer that works with you, writes specific programs for you, and isn't just an Instagram coach that gives generic advice or reuses training programs as a one size fits all. If you have a question you would like discussed on an upcoming episode with The OCR Trainer send it to BeastNet on FaceBook, IG, or Email BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com
Have a listen to this monthly special and let us know what you think. Find Megan here: The OCR Trainer (IG, FB, Youtube, Website), MeggieBATC (IG) USAOCR www.USAOCR.org @USAOCR www.linktr.ee/usaocr www.linktr.ee/BeastNetPod #BeastNetPod #MadeTougher #ALTRA #ALTRArunning #ALTRAlove #USAOCR #Podcast #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #beastsocr #Texas #HopeDealer #Nuun #TeamNuun #mhts #ocrracers #MudGear #DOHUSA #ocraddix #ocrbuddy Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music
Today Pretty Mike sits dow with Steve Bacon from the New England OCR Expo. It's coming up fast on April 5th 2025. If you can check out the expo, check out the area, and give back to OCR while you are there.
Mike and Steve talk about the fact Steve started the expo to fill a void when Warrior Dash was bought and closed down. He wanted to have an offseason celebration of OCR. So in 2019 he did. They were such a success they needed to do it again. C0v|d happened and it was delayed. 2023 was the return year and boy was it fun. Check out this episode to learn more about the Expo and listen closely because Steve announces the 2026 date, heard first here on BeastNet.
Want to race Spartan, Tough Mudder, or Deka and save some $$? Check out the Dealers of Hope USA for the best deal on these races you will find.
www.BeastNetPod.com #BeastNetPod #Adaptiveathlete #Podcast #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #beastsocr #DealersofHopeUSA #Nuun #TeamNuun #DOH #ocrracers #MudGear #berserkerbrew #ocraddix #ocrbuddy Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music
Today on the BeastNet™ Pretty Mike sits down with Megan, The OCR Trainer.
OCR Trainer episodes take you through being a client of a personal trainer and why it's important to have a committed trainer that works with you, writes specific programs for you, and isn't just an Instagram coach that gives generic advice or reuses training programs as a one size fits all. If you have a question you would like discussed on an upcoming episode with The OCR Trainer send it to BeastNet on FaceBook, IG, or Email BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com
Have a listen to this monthly special and let us know what you think. Find Megan here: The OCR Trainer (IG, FB, Youtube, Website), MeggieBATC (IG) USAOCR www.USAOCR.org @USAOCR www.linktr.ee/usaocr www.linktr.ee/BeastNetPod #BeastNetPod #MadeTougher #ALTRA #ALTRArunning #ALTRAlove #USAOCR #Podcast #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #beastsocr #Texas #HopeDealer #Nuun #TeamNuun #mhts #ocrracers #MudGear #DOHUSA #ocraddix #ocrbuddy Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music
In the second of a series of updates we will be exploring mental health and activity with Dr Jenn. Dr Jenn is an expert in healing and recovery from trauma.
More info on Dr. Jenn:
Dr. Jennifer Lefebre (PsyD, TCTSY-F, E-RYT-500, RCYT, NASM-CPT/CNC, ATA-AIT) is a traumatologist, yoga teacher, personal trainer, nutritional coach, adaptive athletic coach, Reiki master, and Integrative Wellness Coach, and is certified in Tibetan Sound Bowl Healing and Sacred Ceremonial Practices. Dr. Jenn's dedication to working with those transforming their lives after trauma and addiction has led her to embrace a body-first approach to healing that is grounded in over two decades of clinical practice and knowledge regarding complex trauma, psychology, neuroscience, play, and embodiment, along with her own trauma survival journey and lived experience. Her innovative and integrative approach to trauma-informed holistic healing and wellness has been amplified by her deep personal work and professional training in Ayurveda, Reiki, yoga, nutrition, strength training, and alternative expressive arts healing modalities. Dr. Jenn has been a sought-after speaker, consultant, writer, and coach, and is passionate about working with adaptive athletes, survivors of complex trauma, and those working through addiction.
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Today Lisa-Anne sits down with her "bari sister" Brittany West to talk about her journey from 4'10" and 280lbs almost unable to shop for groceries without using a mechanical cart to a ripped Spartan and member of More Heart Than Scars. In 2027 they both may be headed back up Mt Kilimanjaro to assist an adaptive athlete from More Heart Than Scars up the mountain.This is a great episode about team and community support both on the course and off. Sit back, relax, and listen to this great story of overcoming. Want your own #raceLOCAL shirts? BeastNet has you covered: https://www.bonfire.com/beastnet-v2/ www.BeastNetPod.com #ocrstrong #helpushelpyou #fullcircleproject #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #racereadyobstacles #frontlineocr #beastnetpod #moreheartthanscars #mhts #celticwarriorchallenge #cwc #ocrtriad #ocrracers #epicseries #berserkerbrew #highlanderassault #lionheartsfitness #sceniccitymudrun #scmr #dolichosrace #dragonocr #mmc #marionmade #mrc #mudracercompany #ocraddix #ocrbuddy Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music
Today Pretty Mike talks with Russ Blatt of OCR Buddy. Mike and Russ discuss all the upgrades and future changes to the OCR Buddy app. This App that allows you to build your race schedule, communicate with your Buddies where you will be and set up racing together. In 2025 Russ wants to expand OCR Buddy and using the "buymeacoffee" platform they offer many options including awesome stickers that you can get to help further the cause.
Mike and Russ talk about Race Director support, how to list local races on the app, and how supporting local races being an integral part of the OCR community. The big races come to town once or twice a year and that helps perpetuate the sport, while the local events keep it fun all year long. Be sure and download the app to help you find all the local races in your area.
https://buymeacoffee.com/ocrbuddy
Register here: https://usaocr.org/
Find Russ on Facebook and Instagram @OCRBuddy or www,OCRBuddy.com
#beastnetpod #raceLOCAL #runLOCAL
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Today Brother Boggs sits down with Paul Jefferson Crouch, Pickle Juice, PJ from More Heart Than Scars adaptive team. More Heart Than Scars supports athletes and individuals with both visible and invisible scars. PJ's only been doing OCR for a few months now but tells the story of how OCR and More Heart Than Scars changed his life. Want to race Spartan, Tough Mudder, or Deka and save some $$? Check out More Heart Than Scars socials for the best deal on these races you will find. @MHTSofficial www.moreheartthanscars.com www.BeastNetPod.com #BeastNetPod #Adaptiveathlete #Podcast #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #beastsocr #moreheartthanscars #Nuun #TeamNuun #mhts #ocrracers #MudGear #berserkerbrew #ocraddix #ocrbuddy Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music
Today on the BeastNet™ Pretty Mike sits down with Megan, The OCR Trainer.
OCR Trainer episodes take you through being a client of a personal trainer and why it's important to have a committed trainer that works with you, writes specific programs for you, and isn't just an Instagram coach that gives generic advice or reuses training programs as a one size fits all. If you have a question you would like discussed on an upcoming episode with The OCR Trainer send it to BeastNet on FaceBook, IG, or Email BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com Have a listen to this monthly special and let us know what you think. Find Megan here: The OCR Trainer (IG, FB, Youtube, Website), MeggieBATC (IG) USAOCR www.USAOCR.org @USAOCR www.linktr.ee/usaocr www.linktr.ee/BeastNetPod #BeastNetPod #MadeTougher #ALTRA #ALTRArunning #ALTRAlove #USAOCR #Podcast #ocr #obstaclerace #obstaclecourseracing #mudrun #beastsocr #Texas#moreheartthanscars #Nuun #TeamNuun #mhts #ocrracers #MudGear #berserkerbrew #ocraddix #ocrbuddy Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music
Let's Start the year Sober and Spartan.
Today Brother Boggs talks with Dr. Tara Pipia about getting sober, fitness, and her book "Sober Up Spartan Style". Available on Amazon or her website Tarapipia.com Have a listen and let us know what you think.
Remember, we are here for you.
If you need help, reach out on Facebook to Sober Spartans, or Email BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com , other resources: www.AA.org, or www.NA.org WANT FREE STUFF? Do us a favor and rate us and leave a review on your favorite Podcast Platform. Screenshot it and email the review to us at BeastNetPodcast@gmail.com and we will send you a sticker. www.BeastNetPod.com Music Info: https://beastnetpod.com/music #BeastNetPod
