Legend of the Death Race – Part 2: The Ultimate Trial of Mind, Body, and Spirit Begins

June 29, 2012By Tony MatesiDeath Race, News, Race Reviews, Story 1 Comment

The “Hints” briefing was fairly short, I even maneuvered myself further and further from the crowd as I realized nothing too serious was actually going to be revealed. One thing they did tell us that I actually believed was that we should wear shorts that night. If there is one thing important to learn about the Death … Read More

S.E.R.E. Brings A New Meaning To Team

May 16, 2012By Tony MatesiRace Reviews 2 Comments

I had intentions of treating this challenge like all others, training to prepare me for the ultimate challenge – the Spartan Death Race. I previously completed another similar endurance event on St. Patty’s Day, the GoRuck Challenge, both would help prepare me for the long hours. The major difference that set the two events apart … Read More

Motivation from Buddha

April 23, 2012By Tony MatesiDeath Race, Motivation No Comments

“Endurance is one of the most difficult disciplines, but it is to the one who endures tha the final victory comes.” – Buddha If there is one thing I learned this weekend at the Spartan Sprint in Indiana during my two back to back laps, it was that my endurance is one of my strong … Read More

The 1000 Burpee Challenge

March 4, 2012By Tony MatesiDeath Race, Workouts 1 Comment

This weekend a bunch of crazies like myself headed out to the Winter Death Race in Vermont. I did not attend the WDR but I was monitoring their progress and I must say these athletes are all incredible, congrats to everyone who participated especially those who I have had the pleasure of meeting at previous … Read More

Workout of the Day 2-15-12

February 15, 2012By Tony MatesiWorkouts No Comments

Today’s workout was simply 6000 Meters of Rowing on the row machine I have in my basement. What an amazing workout. Followed that up with some foam rolling and a little ab work, 50 crunchies and 50 sit-ups. About 30 minutes total to complete this workout.