Jun 11, 2014 joe desena was in london, sitting on a wellworn sofa in the heart of soho, when we met to discuss the launch of spartan up the book thats part autobiographical, part sound advice on how to tackle obstacles both physical and mental. Joe and other racers who came to be called the founding few wanted to create another event, something that captured the extreme spirit of the legendary death race, but was modified and accessible to a much wider racing audience. Catching up with courtney lawson desena, penn state soccer. Spartan race is a sport, community, a philosophy, a training and nutrition program with daily advice, a podcast, a series of books, an activity for kids, workout gear, a media channel, an nbc sports series, a digital magazine, and a timed obstacle race. Joe delivers his message with the insight and candor that only an individual who has lived through. From selling fireworks at age 8, to starting a tshirt business in high school, to. He was an athlete all of his life and could not imagine never running again. In this spartan video from the spartan wrestling camp, i join with joe desena, col. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. May 07, 2014 joe and other racers who came to be called the founding few wanted to create another event, something that captured the extreme spirit of the legendary death race, but was modified and accessible to a much wider racing audience. An introduction to spartan races races meant to challenge, to push, to intimidate, to test from one of the founding few and.
Joe later began a pool cleaning business while a teenager, where he earned 750 customers in his local area. This second book by joe desena, founder of spartan race, is the t you give to that person who is mitted to living healthier, but needs a plan a step by step guide. One of the founders and creators of the spartan race, joseph desena decided to write a book called spartan up. Download the spartan a way of life ebook to learn more. The book by joe desena is motivating, encouraging, and full of real life examples of people who found the courage and commitment to be more than they believed. Spartan up a takenoprisoners guide to overcoming obstacles and achieving peak performance in life. Apr 12, 2014 joe is the founder of the spartan race and author of the book spartan up. The whole thing is a bunch of stories about obese individuals signing up for spartan races and losing weight and becoming more awesome because of the race. A live and burgeoning ball of energy, the spirit naturally moves, expands, gyratesdances, evenpurely by virtue of its desire for freedom. Young boys wrestled like puppies here and there, warming up.
He is also the host of the spartan up podcast and new york times best selling author of spartan fit. With obstacle racing season heating up, and the oneyear anniversary of his book, spartan up. Since i enjoyed joe desenas first book spartan up so much, i knew i would like spartan fit as well and i was right. Mark divine, new york times bestselling author joe desena is the real deal. Sep 21, 2016 with obstacle racing season heating up, and the oneyear anniversary of his book, spartan up. The series include the spartan sprint, the spartan super, the spartan beast, and the spartan ultra. Spartan up is mainly a marketing tool, created by joe to promote his races. Joe himself is a well known public figure behind the scenes. Spartan fit is an inspiring read on how to get in the best possible shape to tackle a spartan race.
They are held in us and have been franchised to 30 countries including canada, south korea, australia and several european countries. The 30 day workout and life plan joe desena profiles facebook. A takenoprisoners guide to overcoming obstacles and achieving peak performance in life spartan up. Deep inside each human being is a spirit that hungers for movement and for growth. Spartan race has grown dramatically in 20 over just the year before. An interview with joe desena author of spartan up the book. For preorder, he has also created a special discount for aom podcast listeners, if you go to bid. Be better better outlines the 10 principles aimed at helping us gain endurance in the marathon of life.
Courtney lawson desena, penn state soccer the boston globe. Joe delivers his message with the insight and candor that only an individual who has lived through such experiences can. A takenoprisoners guide to overcoming obstacles and achieving peak performance in life 224. Spartan up a takenoprisoners guide to overcoming obstacles and achieving peak performance in life, p. Joe desena was in london, sitting on a wellworn sofa in the heart of soho, when we met to discuss the launch of spartan up the book thats part autobiographical, part sound advice on how to tackle obstacles both physical and mental. Pass holders will receive entry into any 2020 or 2021 tough mudder races along with an open pass to spartans 2020 and 2021 races.
Oct 21, 2015 in 2001, joe desena, the founder of the spartan race, was in a car accident that ripped his hip out of his socket. Joe desena, the founder of spartan race, is the weeks podcast guest. Call courtney lawson desena the first lady of womens soccer. The ultimate book collection for busy leaders who want to reach their personal goals. Joe is the founder of the spartan race and author of the book spartan up. Its more for beginners who still need their wakeup call to do something meaningful with their life, but does that just fine. Nye and charlie pritchard to share spartan success tips and wisdom on what it takes. Spartan race is a series of obstacle races of varying distance and difficulty ranging from 3 miles to marathon distances. The summary on blinkist is quite short as well, but the scientific research and insights in it are sound. It is written by joe desena, founder of spartan race, so there is no better source to get you to the starting line than joe. Is the emperor of obstacle course racing an insane masochist. Mud and adventure outdoor active adventures begin here. In this weeks show, we take on the topics of mental strength and ultimate conditioning.
Getting motivated and fit with joe desenas new spartan. From that philosophy, as played out first in his own life and now for millions across trails, through mud, and up mountainsides, spartan race was born. After his injury, the first 4 doctors he met with said that he would never be able to run again. Joe desena, got engaged during a 24hour adventure race in santa. Aug 22, 2016 spartan fit is an inspiring read on how to get in the best possible shape to tackle a spartan race. Court approves sale of tough mudder assets to spartan. Log in or sign up for facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. It craves beauty over entertainment, meaning over triviality, and knowledge over sensation. Spartan up podcasts joe travels the world chasing down the secrets to success in all aspects of life. Spartan up a takenoprisoners guide to overcoming obstacles and. Last weekend, joe desena, ceo of spartan, announced on video that any tough mudder season passes will be honored by spartan. Not hard to believe when you think of the warriors the spartans were. Read this book and you will dramatically transform the way you think. The bleachers were half full, and the vast gymnasium was covered with wrestling mats.
Being ready doesnt exist says joe desena joe desena is the founder and ceo of spartan race, the worlds leading obstacle racing company. Young boys wrestled like puppies here and there, warming up for their real matches that were set to start later. How joe desenas perspective made his will unbreakable. His stories are believable, because his achievements and accomplishments are genuine. Joe has demonstrated his entrepreneurial drive since his preteens. The book includes a workout and diet plan as well as inspirational stories to get you pumped up. Read this book and you will dramatically transform the way you think, lead, work, and live. Its not really about the race itself, but more about how to approach the race, and in turn use that approach throughout your life when faced with any obstacles that may appear in your path. Mar, 2014 one of the founders and creators of the spartan race, joseph desena decided to write a book called spartan up. He was casually dressed ready to run at a moments notice and itching to do something. Its not really about the race itself, but more about how to approach the race, and in turn use that approach throughout your life when faced with any.
He interviews successful athletes, authors, entrepreneurs, professors, monks, moms and adventurers who can shed light on what it takes to get to the top and stay there and shares what he learns. Or do we really need his events to discover what were. Spartans goal is to have the races back up and running by august. The book, authored by joe desena with jeff oconnell.
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