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Slow Is Strong: Your Guide to Spartan Training
New to Spartan Races? Learn how to train with purpose using strength, endurance, and mindset strategies built for real-world obstacle racing. Rapid Snail Racing shows you how consistency—not speed—gets you to the finish line.
Rachel Welsford
Dec 23, 20253 min read


Conquering the Spartan Trifecta: A Journey of Grit and Community
Three Races. Two Days. One Mindset. The Trifecta is more than a medal set — it’s a test of endurance, teamwork, and resilience. With steep climbs, heavy carries, icy water, and endless obstacles, Blue Mountain’s terrain pushed every athlete to their limit. Coach Robert led the charge with his trademark calm determination. Coach Rachel showed unwavering focus and fierce energy through every obstacle. Sean proved that perseverance and preparation pay off — no matter the chal
Robert Welsford
Oct 24, 20253 min read


My Journey to Ironman: A Triathlete's Story
Triathlon has been woven into my life for as long as I can remember. At just four years old, I was tagging along with my grandparents to watch my dad race. I can’t recall my very first triathlon, but my sisters and I did countless kids’ races through the Multisport Canada Series and Tri Kids Series in Ontario.
Rachel Welsford
Aug 12, 20254 min read


Embracing a New Challenge: How Spartan Obstacle Course Racing entered into My COVID Experience at Blue Mountain
Spartan Race report for Robert and Rachel Welsford
Robert Welsford
Aug 12, 20254 min read
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