Returning to the Obstacle Racing world as an athlete and competitor has been one of my primary goals ever since I elected to have the labrum in my left shoulder repaired by Dr. Mark Bowen. Since then it has been an upward battle with myself to redevelop my strength and flexibility, still a work in … Read More
Author: Tony Matesi
Shoulder Surgery Recovery: Becoming ME Again
November 30th I went into out-patient surgery Downtown, Chicago. Under the care of Dr. Mark Bowen I was given a chance to fix my torn up and beat down shoulder. That shoulder endured a year of torment. Every few weeks there would be a series of races I showed up for, usually they came in … Read More
Winter Death Race: Frozen
My last minute presence at the Winter Death Race was the result of social media networking’s ability to unite likeminded individuals. About a week out from the race I was considering driving up to Vermont from Chicago all by my lonesome…and then…it hit me, Facebook post! I simply put out a request asking if anyone … Read More
Winter Death Race Recaps
It’s been over a week since driving out to Vermont to provide coverage for Obstacle Racing Magazine’s Facebook page and to witness what would be my next story for our second issue of the magazine – be sure to subscribe at www.obstacleracingmagazine.com – at the Winter Death Race. Not only was I there to be … Read More
Death Race: How to Obtain Media Requirement
In the past few days this question has popped up in several places, Facebook chat, various Spartan groups and I’m sure many others who are signed up for the 2013 Summer Death Race who have not fulfilled the media requirement have questions as well. Making Contact One of the most difficult parts of this task … Read More
Press Release: Bad Boyz of OCR Calendar
Press Release January 13, 2013 From: The Unholy Trio of OCR A few weeks ago Spartan Race released their Spartan Chicks calendar. It was well received but there was a clamoring that could be heard from every corner of North America. “When can we see some hot men in Obstacle Course Racing situations?” Thanks to … Read More
Recipe: Green Smoothie Round 2
I made another green smoothie and this time it turned out a hell of a lot better than the first attempts I had. A few things I changed from last time were the addition of Almond Butter, Protein Powder, Flaxseed Meal, Wheat Germ, and a Kiwi. Give this a smoothie a try and if you … Read More
Recipe: Green Smoothie Madness
Every where I look lately I see everyone drinking these electrifying, neon green smoothies that look more space drink than something you’d drink for a cleanse, or simply to get your veggie intake in for the day. But that’s exactly what these drinks are and what they do. They feed your body with nutrients that … Read More
Recovery Workout 12-21-12
Today I had a some energy I needed to expel. As soon as I walked in my door I changed and went straight to the gym (my awesome basement) and decided EFF IT! This is my life and I need to live it and enjoy it regardless of this damn sling. “Now that don’t kill … Read More
Surgery Recovery: Starting Over
It’s been quite awhile since I’ve posted anything and for good reason too. As some of you may know I have had a torn shoulder (labrum) since the beginning of 2012. Having already signed up for a plethora of races I opted to simply push through and finish. This year has been a real eye … Read More