Mud Run Tips & Gear

Mud Run Tips including Tough Mudders, Warrior Dash, and More!

Spartan Race vs. Tough Mudder vs. Warrior Dash – we detail the differences between these very popular races

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Spartan Race vs. Tough Mudder vs. Warrior Dash – What’s the Difference?

how to prepare for a mud run

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How To Prepare For a Mud Run | 13 Tips To Keep You Injury Free

The Ultimate Guide – What to Wear For Tough Mudder or Any OCR - As for your clothes, you need to pick something that will last and survive its time in the trenches. Perhaps this is a little dramatic but in reality, any Tough Mudder, Spartan Race or OCR you are going to be covered in mud, from head to toe.

<img decoding="async" width="712" height="400" src="https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/The-Ultimate-Guide-–-What-to-Wear-For-Tough-Mudder-or-Any-OCR-1.jpg" class="attachment-full size-full wp-post-image" alt="The Ultimate Guide – What to Wear For Tough Mudder or Any OCR - As for your clothes, you need to pick something that will last and survive its time in the trenches. Perhaps this is a little dramatic but in reality, any Tough Mudder, Spartan Race or OCR you are going to be covered in mud, from head to toe." srcset="https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/The-Ultimate-Guide-–-What-to-Wear-For-Tough-Mudder-or-Any-OCR-1.jpg 712w, https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/The-Ultimate-Guide-–-What-to-Wear-For-Tough-Mudder-or-Any-OCR-1-300x169.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 712px) 100vw, 712px">

The Ultimate Guide – What to Wear For Tough Mudder or Any OCR

Mud Run Gear including Tough Mudders, Warrior Dash, and More!

Here are 5 Tips on Using a GoPro for a Spartan Race or Tough Mudder. The important thing to remember is that the GoPro should be a tool or ignorable decision for your run, not something that weighs you down and takes up precious time.

<img decoding="async" width="2560" height="1440" src="https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/GoPro-1.jpg" class="attachment-full size-full wp-post-image" alt="Here are 5 Tips on Using a GoPro for a Spartan Race or Tough Mudder. The important thing to remember is that the GoPro should be a tool or ignorable decision for your run, not something that weighs you down and takes up precious time." srcset="https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/GoPro-1.jpg 2560w, https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/GoPro-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/GoPro-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/GoPro-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px">

5 Tips on Using a GoPro for a Spartan Race or Tough Mudder

This article will review and compare the CamelBak Dart vs the CamelBak HydroBak hydration pack. Read on to find out which of the two is ideal for your unique running needs.

<img decoding="async" width="940" height="788" src="https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/CamelBak-Dart-vs.-HydroBak-What-Are-the-Differences.png" class="attachment-full size-full wp-post-image" alt="This article will review and compare the CamelBak Dart vs the CamelBak HydroBak hydration pack. Read on to find out which of the two is ideal for your unique running needs." srcset="https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/CamelBak-Dart-vs.-HydroBak-What-Are-the-Differences.png 940w, https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/CamelBak-Dart-vs.-HydroBak-What-Are-the-Differences-300x251.png 300w, https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/CamelBak-Dart-vs.-HydroBak-What-Are-the-Differences-768x644.png 768w, https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/CamelBak-Dart-vs.-HydroBak-What-Are-the-Differences-358x300.png 358w" sizes="(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px">

CamelBak Dart vs. Hydrobak (Differences Explained)

The 5 Best Tough Mudder Knee Pads

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5 Best Tough Mudder Knee Pads (Mud Runs/Spartan Races)

Choosing what shorts you wear for a Tough Mudder can make for a good or horrible experience. We break down the 5 Best Shorts for Tough Mudder or Mud Runs.

<img decoding="async" src="https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/The-5-Best-Shorts-for-Tough-Mudder-or-Mud-Runs.jpg" class="attachment-full size-full wp-post-image" alt="Choosing what shorts you wear for a Tough Mudder can make for a good or horrible experience. We break down the 5 Best Shorts for Tough Mudder or Mud Runs.">

The 5 Best Shorts for Tough Mudder, Spartan Race or Mud Runs

Obstacle races are a ton of fun. From the numerous things you need to jump, crawl and balance to get over. One essential item you will need as your participate is a hydration pack. We break down the 6 best Hydration packs for obstacle racing.

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6 Best Hydration Packs for Obstacle Racing

When preparing for a tough mudder or any obstacle course mud run socks should be among the top priority in preperation. Having a quality pair of socks on can keep your feet dry as you roll through the mud and dive into water and comfortable enough to have the occasional rock or mud slip inside your shoes. Here are the four best socks for tough mudder that are actually worth buying.

<img decoding="async" width="2560" height="1340" src="https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/How-to-Pick-the-Best-Socks-for-Tough-Mudder-Reviews-Top-Picks.jpg" class="attachment-full size-full wp-post-image" alt="When preparing for a tough mudder or any obstacle course mud run socks should be among the top priority in preperation. Having a quality pair of socks on can keep your feet dry as you roll through the mud and dive into water and comfortable enough to have the occasional rock or mud slip inside your shoes. Here are the four best socks for tough mudder that are actually worth buying." srcset="https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/How-to-Pick-the-Best-Socks-for-Tough-Mudder-Reviews-Top-Picks.jpg 2560w, https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/How-to-Pick-the-Best-Socks-for-Tough-Mudder-Reviews-Top-Picks-300x157.jpg 300w, https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/How-to-Pick-the-Best-Socks-for-Tough-Mudder-Reviews-Top-Picks-768x402.jpg 768w, https://www.trainfora5k.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/How-to-Pick-the-Best-Socks-for-Tough-Mudder-Reviews-Top-Picks-1024x536.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px">

4 Best Socks for Tough Mudder/Spartan Race

You’re all prepped for your Tough Mudder or Spartan Race. You have your shoes, shorts, shirt, and watch. But do you have special underwear?. Here are the 6 Best Underwear for a Tough Mudder or Spartan Race

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6 Best Underwear for a Tough Mudder or Spartan Race

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