In our case, it is the love for the most insane obstacle adventure race on the planet! That feeling of euphoria, is cause by endorphins which are released when a recruit crosses the finish line. It is why we at Met Con hear over and over again…We Love Your Race!!!

Now is the time to share that special feeling with someone you truly care about. Heck, the September 2012 MCB had someone proposing at the finish line. It really works!

2 days left for all you Romeos and Juliet’s to profess your love …for the Met Con Blue Mountain Adventure Race! BLUE – RA !!

Break it down:

1) Purchasing today is a hedge against inflationary pressures brought on by both the economic climate and increased pent up public demand for the best quality, most fun, bang for your Uncle buck obstacle race on the planet.

2) Purchasing today lights that little fire inside of you to get your butt in gear to start training, eat healthy, be mindful of your body, and stop associating with the hoodlums at Mc D’s.

3) We are starting/finishing out of the Blue Mountain Village, (partaay), and there are only limited tickets available for each wave, purchasing today will prevent you from being caught with your pants down (faux pas) if you were too late in securing the race time you and your BFF’s wanted to run?? (pants down during the race, or at the afterparty is acceptable)

What r u waiting 4…Bring it…and leave it all on the mountain…MET CON BLUE STYLE !!!

While the colors change and the cold begins to settle in, we ask recruits to look for the events that are still rounding off our outdoor season in the great white north. Trek or Treat is going on this weekend in Oakville Ontario. This spooky run is fun for the whole family, and if you miss the event in Oakville, it will be coming to Collingwood on Saturday October 20th.
Or come and support the Base Borden Run/Operation Hero, in Angus, Ontario, Sunday October 21. Proceeds of this 5/10/1/2 marathon provide scholarships to support Canadian military families. The Met Con Blue tent will be onsite with free Gatorade Prime fueling our competitors.
As we begin to move indoors for training, Met Con Blue will begin a series of interviews spotlighting our local fitness facilities and training programs and highlighting what each has to offer. We like nothing more than to have local athletes on top of the Met Con podium.
Stay tuned as the details and maps begin to appear on our pages regarding our June 15th Met Con Blue 5km, and the unforgiving 10km Full Metal Jacket.
Can you handle it?

Bring it…and leave it all on the mountain!!! BLUE – RA !!

Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain is truly the place to rejuvenate, revitalize and relax.  Either to take a little time before the race or after, we’re sure that the 2 bath passes will come in handy for the lucky MCB recruit or lets say “tribute” for today!

Congratulations to Leanne Marcoux!!  We have no doubt that you will enjoy your winnings.

Special thanks to Bluefoot & Mylisa for pulling the winner!

In the past two year Fall and Divide have written over 40 songs, released their first full length self titled album, and have toured throughout the country sharing the stage with many note worthy groups such as The Black Crowes, Chevelle, Collective Soul, Default and Sloan.

Now MCB Nation, you’re in luck cause they’re gearing up to rock our Met Con Blue stage!

We are getting amped to tear it up with you all at MET CON BLUE.  Don’t blow all your energy on the hill.  Save a little reserve to rock out at the base.  See you there June 2nd.

Are you ready to rock the mountain, both on and off the course?  Well get ready!  We’re rockin it MCB Style!

Met Con Blue has a heat running at 12:00pm dedicated to the Soldier On Program. Fifty per cent of the Heroes Race registration will be donated to the Soldier On Fund. This is Met Con Blue’s way of giving back to those who gave so much for our country, our freedom.

 “The members of Soldier On appreciate the support and generosity of Met Con Blue. Donations such as theirs help us to continue to provide additional resources and opportunities for ill and injured military members to adopt an active and healthy lifestyle through participation in physical, recreational and sporting activities,” said Major Jay Feyko, Senior Officer with Soldier On.

 Soldier On is a morale and welfare initiative of the Canadian Forces (CF).  It was created in 2006 with the aim of empowering serving and retired Canadian Forces personnel with a permanent or chronic physical or mental health injury or illness to adopt an active and healthy lifestyle by providing resources and opportunities to participate in physical, recreational or sporting activities. It supports these personnel in increasing their independence, in developing new skills, in achieving goals and opening the door to other life opportunities. It furnishes an opportunity for them to socialize and explore common interests, and share learning experiences.

Register for the Heroes Race and run alongside some of our fine countries bravest!

Trish has sent a special video message to deliver some Stratusfaction to the WBW! ( aka… Whirly Bird Weekly )

Congratulations Krista Stegehuis!  We’re sure you’ll be Stratusfied with your new Stratusphere yoga DVD, fit gloves and limited edition MCB autographed poster….

MCB Nation…  We’re 59 days out, get ready to BRING IT… and leave it all on the mountain! BLUE-RA!

WBW ( aka… Whirly Bird Weekly ) this week is being STRATUSFIED!  MCB recruits who register between Monday March 26th and Sunday April 1st will have their names tossed into a this weeks WBW…  One very lucky winner will have their name picked by none other then Trish Stratus herself!  The winning recruit will receive a Stratusphere yoga DVD along with a pair of Stratusphere fit gloves and a limited edition Met Con Blue – Mountain Adventure Race poster that has been personally autographed by Trish Stratus!

So MCB recruits….  Let’s get you STRATUSFIED!!  Register today….

Hey guys, so still hearing the “wow, sounds like a really cool event, but I need to get myself in shape first.” ( I myself was reminded last week that some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.  Thanks for the push Scott, I guess I just needed to be reminded that I am a make it happen kind of girl! )  So, I have decided to share with you again.  You’re not alone, about a month ago I did the benourished cleanse as my first step towards being able to conquer the most insane 5km mountain adventure race on the planet!  Last week I decided it was time for me to step it up a little more!  For the last 6 month I have been tossing around the idea of starting Crossfit, however have felt a little intimated, ( just my own ego getting in the way. )   Well last night I did my first Crossfit Foundations class!

Step two is underway.  I just need to remember to check my ego at the door.  While it’s certainly not the first time I have worked out, Crossfit is new to me and as much as I would love to be a pro already after one class, that’s just not reality.  I also have to remember this is about me, pushing myself, making myself better, so what if someone else picked up double unders already and I haven’t, I will get there!

So I have now taken the second step on my journey to MCB, have you taken yours?

Cheers, Jen

Recruits we really want to hear from you!  Comment below, or on facebook or twitter, let us know how your MCB journey is going, what are you tips, tools and tricks?

Team Name: Hens Only!!

I don’t make this up…this is a legit team!!!  Show me some creativity people!!  This isn’t girl scouts!