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In this episode, Alan sits down with Clara Norman — better known across the OCR world as The UK Dragon — fresh off completing her 101st Tough Mudder , making her the first female adaptive athlete to ever hit this milestone. Clara opens up about her journey from martial arts, to a charity run that pulled her into OCR, to becoming an adaptive athlete after multiple injuries and surgeries, including a permanently deconditioned shoulder. She talks honestly about the obstacles she battles, the pain she manages, and the community that keeps her coming back. The conversation dives into: 🔥 Her achievements at World's Toughest Mudder 🔥 How she trains with permanent injuries 🔥 The lack of recognition for adaptive athletes 🔥 Why representation matters 🔥 Her mission to inspire others to step into adaptive categories 🔥 The friends, husband, and TM family who fuel her fire follow clara on Instagram @ukdragon If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

🎙️ THE SWIFT HALF – EPISODE 288 🎙️ Alan ia away so the team get to play Ian is joined by Megan Tranter and Wil Chung for this packed episode of chit, chat and a bit of other stuff 🎧 Episode 288 – The Swift Half Give it a listen, let us know what you think and, as always, share it with your running/OCR mates! Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://www.youtube.com/@UKOCR If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it! #TheSwiftHalf #Episode287 #OCR #ObstacleCourseRacing #Running #HYROX #WorldsToughestMudder #DEKA #BornSurvivor #FitnessPodcast #OCRCommunity

Each episode, host Wil Chung teams up with elite athletes Becky Neal and Finley Greenleaf to break down the toughest races in OCR. From brutal obstacles to terrain tactics, they dive into what it really takes to conquer the course—and who's out there making waves. Whether you're chasing podiums or just chasing grit, this is your inside line to the athletes and strategies that matter. Follow Wil chung on Instagram by Clicking Here or on YouTube by Clicking Here Becky Neal is on Instagram Here Finley Greenleaf is on Instagram Here If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

🎙️ THE SWIFT HALF – EPISODE 287 🎙️ It's another Swift Half and, despite a few technical difficulties thanks to some troublesome laptops , Alan & Ian are back with another packed episode! 😂💻 This week they chat about: 🏃 Runner's World advice – are eggs, granola and protein shakes really foods you should avoid before a run? 🏆 World's Toughest Mudder – bigger team relay options are coming. Could this change the game for team endurance racing? 🔥 HYROX & Amazon – a new partnership that could be a big one for the fitness world. 🇬🇧 European Championships – Liverpool is getting ready to host! 🙋 Volunteering at HYROX & DEKA – what are the requirements and what do you get from volunteering? ❓ British Obstacle Sports Q&A – the latest sessions and what's happening in the OCR world. 🏃‍♂️ Upcoming events – Born Survivor, the UIPM World Obstacle Championships and plenty more on the horizon. 🥇 Para World Championships – a look at the latest results and performances. 💪 And finally, both Alan & Ian have some positive training updates to share! Plus the usual Swift Half chat, opinions, laughs and probably a few technical issues along the way! 😂 🎧 Episode 287 – The Swift Half Give it a listen, let us know what you think and, as always, share it with your running/OCR mates! Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://www.youtube.com/@UKOCR If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it! #TheSwiftHalf #Episode287 #OCR #ObstacleCourseRacing #Running #HYROX #WorldsToughestMudder #DEKA #BornSurvivor #FitnessPodcast #OCRCommunity

Alan & Ian are back with another round of OCR and fitness‑racing madness. 🏃‍♂️ Topics on tap: • Alan's soul‑token entry into the Greendale Performance Backyard Ultra • A Titanic‑themed kids' slide that's… maybe not the best idea • Spartan race results – high fees, low elites, and talk of dynamic pricing • Tough Mudder Southwest brings back the Electric Eel ⚡ • AI gone rogue booking gym classes 🤖 • Anti‑doping updates across athletics • Rugby legend David Jackson's 100 ultras in 100 days for charity 💪 Ultramarathons challenge for rugby star who had brain injury - BBC News • Ian's return to running and a Manchester meet‑up brewing 🍻 Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://www.youtube.com/@UKOCR If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

This week we dive into the latest OCR & fitness racing news — Decca's new regional champs, Sinead Bent teaming up with Adidas, and the Deadly Dozen making waves. But the big one? Dawn joins us for a brutally honest breakdown of the OCR World Champs in Ireland… organisational chaos, and a community that still pulled together. Plus: hamster Strava antics (yes, really) and what's coming up next in OCR. If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

This week Ian and Alan dive into everything happening across the OCR world — from Farmyard Jam ticket buzz, 100-ball cricket chaos, Ireland's wild World Champs course, Deadly Dozen loops, burpees & relay results, Hyrox moving the Elite Series to Hamburg Nike's farm shoes (yes, really), Sophia Grant smashing the Via Alpina record, Josh Kerr's mile + the long‑unchanged $50k bonus, Nuclear Tribe & Brutal Weekend updates But the heart of this episode is remembering Leon Hardwick . A true pillar of our community, taken far too soon. We'll be honouring Leon at London South with a memorial tribute that reflects the impact he had on so many of us. Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://www.youtube.com/@UKOCR If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it! A packed episode. A meaningful one.

Each episode, host Wil Chung teams up with elite athletes Becky Neal and Finley Greenleaf to break down the toughest races in OCR. From brutal obstacles to terrain tactics, they dive into what it really takes to conquer the course—and who's out there making waves. Whether you're chasing podiums or just chasing grit, this is your inside line to the athletes and strategies that matter. Follow Wil chung on Instagram by Clicking Here or on YouTube by Clicking Here Becky Neal is on Instagram Here Finley Greenleaf is on Instagram Here If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Alan and Ian dive into a packed episode this week, things get wonderfully unhinged as Alan unveils 24 animal‑themed jokes gifted by Victoria Wheelhouse at Farm Yard Jam — drip‑fed throughout the show like questionable race nutrition. The lads bounce through everything from old‑school footballs that moved like UFOs, to celebrities (yes, even Harry Styles) turning up at running events, to the brilliantly bonkers "99 Laps" format that's part Backyard Ultra, part gladiator arena. There's a full breakdown of recent race experiences — Decca Manchester highs and lows, Ultra race chaos, volunteer judge struggles, Yorkshire Tough Mudder's wind‑powered Electroshock Therapy, and Liv smashing it as DecaKids race director. CrossFit Games results, Pentathlon updates, Deadly Dozen previews, and even a quick nod to Kevin Keegan's legacy at the Great North Run round out the show. It's messy, funny, informative, and very Swift Half. Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://www.youtube.com/@UKOCR If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Each episode, host Wil Chung teams up with elite athletes Becky Neal and Finley Greenleaf to break down the toughest races in OCR. From brutal obstacles to terrain tactics, they dive into what it really takes to conquer the course—and who's out there making waves. Whether you're chasing podiums or just chasing grit, this is your inside line to the athletes and strategies that matter. This week they are joined by Jason Brunnock Follow Wil chung on Instagram by Clicking Here or on YouTube by Clicking Here Becky Neal is on Instagram Here Finley Greenleaf is on Instagram Here If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Alan and ian are back from their jollies with lots of topics for this week This week: • Paula's DIY adventures (and disasters) • Farmyard Jam review • Farm Yard Jam returns next year • Dekka Cup results + chip‑time controversy • Tough Mudder Yorkshire course breakdown • New BBC guidelines for filming female athletes • Spartan elite license IDA on a Feris wheel - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbFoCTWixAd/?igsh=dXhtbjF2dTk5azhm Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://www.youtube.com/@UKOCR If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

🎙️ Wil Chung sits down with the athletes the day after World's Toughest Mudder — asking three simple but savage questions: 1️⃣ What was the suckiest part of WTM? 2️⃣ What was the best part? 3️⃣ And why should YOU sign up for WTM 2027? From weekend warriors to finish‑line legends, hear raw reflections, laughs, and lessons from those who lived it. 💥 Real talk. Real mud. Real Tough Mudder. 👉Watch the full episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://youtu.be/GAliO-ZHRT4 If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Ian's off on his jollies 🌴 and Alan's… somewhere in a field in Derby 🌾. So, two of our regular guests have hijacked the mics for a full‑blown Swift Half takeover . Who are they? You'll have to listen in to find out — but expect chaos, banter, and a few surprises along the way. 🔥 No rules. No hosts. Just pure Swift Half energy. 👉 Tune in now on UKOCR / Swift Half Podcast

From weekend warriors to men's and women's champions , this one's raw. 🎙️ 23 unedited interviews recorded Saturday morning before the race — hear Wil Chung and the WTM athletes share their hopes, fears, and race plans in their own words. No filters. No edits. Just real voices from the world's toughest start line. Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://www.youtube.com/@UKOCR If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Alan and Ian are back behind the mics, diving head‑first into the latest chaos from the world of fitness racing and OCR. 🏃‍♂️ Topics on tap: • A free 6‑hour Backyard Ultra hitting London — who's brave enough • The launch of Omorpho weighted apparel — game‑changer or gimmick • Western States smashes records with 74 finishers • PT Barn's 400‑m UK Champs cancelled — now a training day • Spartan Worlds Morzine: Sabrina Diallo 🇿🇦 & Gregory Basilico 🇫🇷 take the crowns • Deadly Dozen Youth Champs , OPP400 , and the rise of ultra‑running — is short‑course OCR losing its spark 🎙️ Tune in for banter, insight, and the inside line on what's hot (and what's not) in the OCR and Fitness Racing scene. Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://www.youtube.com/@UKOCR If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Wil, Becky and Finley break down the next stop in the UKOCR Series: the Midlands Spartan Sprint . From savage obstacles to smart terrain tactics, they dig into what it really takes to smash this course — and who's turning heads going into race day. Whether you're hunting podiums or just showing up for the grit, this episode gives you the inside track on the athletes, the strategies, and the stories shaping the Sprint. Follow Wil chung on Instagram by Clicking Here or on YouTube by Clicking Here Becky Neal is on Instagram Here Finley Greenleaf is on Instagram Here If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Alan and Ian are back along with out roving reporter Wil Chung in a packed episode full of race updates, event chatter, and a few laughs along the way . They cover everything from the sold‑out IKEA and Tesco races to changes in the Spartan Midlands series , plus thoughts on World's Toughest Mudder , and a DQ overturned celebration story. Also in this episode: Alan's WTM injury update and the £40 brunch debate 🍳 Tough Mudder course review – s, new obstacles, and media lap ,mayhem with Wil and Iris WTM recap – Dassos Gonella's 115‑mile win and standout performances across age groups 2027 WTM planning – team entries, Spartan registration errors, and future race talk Event highlights – Total Warrior, Deadly Dozen, Xenom's debut, and more The Nyam Brown DQ story and a cheeky chat about IKEA long‑jump events 🎧 Tune in for mud, medals, and mayhem — plus all the latest OCR gossip Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://www.youtube.com/@UKOCR If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Your Weekly dose of current news from the OCR, Fitness Racing and adventure running scene with Pub landlord Alan and Regular Ian Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://www.youtube.com/@UKOCR If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Alan and Wil sit down with Tough Mudder HQ for an exclusive deep‑dive into World's Toughest Mudder 2026 — and yes, we brought YOUR questions with us. We pressed TMHQ on everything the community wants to know: • What obstacles are coming? • Will there be a slide this year • What's happening with the Weighted Widget, Morning Glory, and the new tech on course • How the team is levelling up the experience for 2026 We even got a few sneaky insider hints , plus a brand‑new puzzle piece to reveal… and trust us, this one's juicy. If you love WTM, Tough Mudder chaos, and behind‑the‑scenes intel straight from the source, this episode is absolutely for you. for more information here is the link to rules https://sites.google.com/spartan.com/wtmhub/home Here is the link to WTM blog Karen speaks of https://toughmudder.co.uk/blog/no-excuses/redefining-the-toughest-24-hours-on-the-planet/ If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!

Alan and Wil are back with a deep dive into the World's Toughest Mudder 2026 course preview , breaking down the AI‑modified map , new puzzle pieces , and what's changed around markers 17 and 18. They chat through terrain details, obstacles, and the quirks of editing maps that seem to have a mind of their own — plus a few laughs about Gemini's mapping tool and its creative numbering. Also in this episode: The Adaptive Athlete Podium debut and what it means for inclusivity in OCR. Total Warrior 12K highlights — 6,000 schoolkids, epic obstacles, and a buzzing event village. Grassroots OCR growth and how smaller races feed the big leagues. Tough Mudder strategy talk — rebuilding obstacle counts and bringing back the "Extra Mile." A look at pricing, travel, and race results from Mudmasters and the Summer Spine Race. 🎧 Tune in for maps, mud, and mayhem — plus all the latest OCR chatter from Alan and Wil. Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV https://www.youtube.com/@UKOCR If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com. 👉 Learn more about UKOCR by clicking here 💖 Enjoy what we do? Support us on Patreon for as little as £2 per month ☕🍺 or treat us to a coffee or beer — we truly appreciate it!