Obstacle race training camp

For those out there who, like us, love the extreme challenges of obstacle racing such as 'Spartan', 'Tough Mudder', 'Warrior Run' and, in our opinion, the Daddy of them all - 'Tough Guy', a relevant training regime is a must.

When we say training, of course you will need to get the miles in and, of course, you will need to get down the gym and shift some Iron - however, relevant training really needs to train you to work outside of your usual comfort zones.  Forget running on the treadmill and think sprinting through the forest.  Forget lat pull-downs and think climbing - walls, rocks, trees.  Forget crunches and think throwing stuff like big boulders and logs.  You will need to train yourself at height too and in the water, preferably cold, muddy, stinky water.  And let's not forget pain - electric shocks, nettles, brambles, barbed wire and grazes.

If all of this is not for you then - well, better to pull out now.  If you're still up for it then get out there and get creative!

For those that want to be pushed that little further we are offering a series of Obstacle training camps - 3 days of intensive training encompassing everything from balance skills to carrying, combat, open water and forest navigation.  The camps are designed to be either a kick-start for racers to take away ideas to incorporate into their own routines or for those who feel that they have reached a plateau and maybe want to their butts kicked just a little bit further than their local 'Boot Camp'.

We are also offering 1 day tasters for those who are not sure whether the Obstacle Challenges are for them - come along and try out a short days training and make up your mind whether going home with 1 trainer missing, mud up your nose and bloody knees are markers of a good day or not!

For pricing take a look at our pricing page.  Dates will be running throughout the year depending on take-up.

Need inspiring? Then watch this!

I stumbled across this wonderful poem and video and just wanted to share it with you all.

Happy New Year!

Be Inspired to do greater things in 2013 -  bring out your adventurous side.

Rod

www.cfire.co.uk

How about a muddy challenge?

2013 will be the year of the mud/adventure run challenges - more than ever before including giant assault courses, open water swims, crawling through mud and under barbed wire, scaling impossible fairy liquid covered plastic hills and even being hunted by Zombies!

If anyone fancies signing up to any challenges then get in quick as spaces go fast - if you haven't done one yet then maybe set yourself a target for June onwards and use it as a reason to inspire you to greater fitness and health.

If I can help with either your decision as to which challenge to take up or with your training for the event then please don't hesitate to get in touch.

I will be doing a few myself and will be happy to put a group together to join me in my training - just let me know :@)

Rod

A bit of pre Xmas advice...

Rather than telling yourself 'I will start that program/diet in the new year after I have gorged through Xmas' how about starting before so that you 'think' before you go mad.

You have 3 weeks to get into a good routine with a regular exercise system and a healthy eating regime-just enough to get your body in shape before the big binge and making it easier to simply continue in the new year without having to start from scratch.

Make sense?

If you need help then simply get in touch and we can fast track you.

Hi ho ho

Rod

Xmas gift idea

'It's beginning to feel a lot like...

I've eaten too much and put on too much weight over

...Christmas!'

Here's a cool idea for the person that you care about.  These gift certificates are designed to ease them into a new year training and health regime and are suitable for all levels and ages.

For the Avid exerciser and gym goer who already has all of the latest kit and gym membership - they can redeem for our 'Peak' fitness testing - with 23 points of measurement from body fat through to strength and even VO2 max.  This will help to identify any points of weakness and can help in their ongoing developmnt.

For People who have been there before but lost their motivation, they know what they can become but can't seem to get stuck in!  Our 1 to 1 PT sessions are ideal as we bring all the kit to them, carry out a fitness consultation and a 90 minute exercise and motivation session.  Activities range from self defence, mountain biking, kayaking, kettle bells, swiss/stability ball, fight club, free weights or just simple CV.




For those not sure, scared about the committment, never done exercise before types - Our Mini PT pack is ideally suited.  During a 2 hour consultation we carry out a mini fitness test, diet consulation, 30 minute gentle exercise session and 6 week exercise programme (incl. ongoing email/text support).



Available in £25 denomonations (£25, £50, £75 etc.)

Call, PM or email for more details 

Reaction and agility work

Adaptation

I have been inspired by the Berber people living high in the Atlas Mountains. Having spent a few days training at 3000m, the altitude had a profound effect on my usually boundless stamina, leaving me weakened after only short sessions.

These people run up an down the mountains like goats with boundless energy and enthusiasm, climbing in the trees in their search for fruit and nuts - in their 70's!!

It's all about adaptation - lead an easy, comfortable life and your body becomes comfortable too. Challenge
It daily and it adapts and becomes stronger, leaner, fitter and, I believe, holds back the ageing process.

I'm now looking at ways to replicate the effects that I felt high in the mountains into my daily routines.