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Posted on November 18, 2015 by Margaret Schlachter
  As we stood on the start line for the 5th edition of World’s Toughest Mudder, thousands took a moment of silence for those across the world dealing with the horrific aftermath of the Paris and other bombings. We stood in silence, and next to me a couple had a......
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Posted on November 9, 2015 by Margaret Schlachter
When it comes to the women of World’s Toughest Mudder, names like Juliana Sproles, Deanna Blegg, and Amelia Boone are normally at the forefront of people’s minds. Their accomplishments have become legendary in the Tough Mudder community and are to be acknowledged and applauded. However, none of these women have......
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Posted on June 16, 2015 by Renee Minutola
“Why would you want to do that?” That’s the first question I get when I talk to friends, family, and clients about World’s Toughest Mudder. It is usually followed up with a stern look of disapproval. “You’re going to get hurt” ! I can understand their reservations. I have always......
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Posted on April 29, 2015 by Jamie Lesk
As a newbie to the world of OCR and running in general, I’d say the learning curve is pretty high in the beginning. I went from only knowing two race companies: Spartan and Tough Mudder to learning names such as ABF Mud Run and Mudocalypse. I also learned that you......
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Posted on April 27, 2015 by Sarah Fox
I am slow. I am overweight. I am also an OCR athlete. And, it was the best decision I’ve ever made for myself. I’m not the fastest, but I will run my heart out on every course. I’m not the strongest, but I will pick up anybody on the course......