The OCR Underground Show
Episode 40 Show

Notes

In this episode, go inside Coach Mike’s Mind and learn the different strategies to conquer the Twister obstacle. Should you go forwards, sideways, backwards? Learn the best tips to get through this twister and never look back.

SGX Coach Jono Blodgett, is on to give a race recap on the Spartan Hawaii Beast from a few weeks ago.

In our research review, I discuss a brand new study that uses Heart Rate Variability to predict injuries in crossfit athletes. HRV is one of the best ways to monitor your recovery and status of your central nervous system. This study further shows why it is such an important number to track.

And finally SGX Coach and RD Anne L’Heureux is back to give an amazing outline of your race day fueling. In this segment she reviews what you should focus on 2-5 days out from your race. She discusses how to taper and carb load properly, the importance of adding a strict electrolyte drink 2 days before the race, the right type of carbs to eat the day before your race, and finally day of strategies to help you perform your best.

These tips you do not want to miss. Make sure you aren’t just training hard for your next race, but also that you have a solid nutrition plan to maximize your training.

Links mentioned in the show:

Kyle Milliken Foundation: https://uconn.givecorps.com/causes/9919-the-kyle-milliken-memorial-fund

Twister Pics:

Here is the side to side swinging often seen with the forward approach.