🔥 Spartan Middle East Ambassadors Panel –Shadi Nasser, Jason Castillo + Fahad Taqi + RA George (Host)

Join George in this power-packed episode of The Race Space Podcast as he sits down with Spartan Race Middle East Ambassadors Shadi, Jason, and Fahad for an inspiring panel chat ahead of the iconic race at Bab Al Shams (April 19).

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Spartan Race Middle East - 19th April event - Sign up here Spartan Race The Arena, Bab Al Shams - Dawn 'Til Dusk

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• Super 5km + 20 Obstacles

Contaxt details for panel members

Shadi Nasser: IG @shadijehadnaseer

Jason Castillo: IG @masterjayson

Fahad Taqi : IG @Fahad_taqi

RA George (Host): IG @black_incarnation

💥 Expect stories, insights, laughs, and serious OCR wisdom from the best in the region!

🏁 Topics Covered:

• Meet the Ambassadors – Personal stories from Shadi, Jason, and Fahad on how they got into Spartan Racing
  

• Most Memorable Races – From brutal 26km challenges to emotional fire jumps and team-based achievements
  

• OCR as a Metaphor for Life – Overcoming physical and mental adversity on and off the course
  

• Advice for First-Time Racers – Training tips, hydration, gear suggestions, and mental preparation
  

• Family and Community Vibes – How Spartan racing becomes a lifestyle, with even kids joining the movement
  

• Spartan Race at Bab Al Shams – Expectations, new obstacles, gear recommendations, and heat preparation for the Dubai event
  

• Hybrid Fitness & AI in Sport – Thoughts on HYROX, DEKA, and the role of AI coaches in training
  

• What it Means to be an Ambassador – Responsibility, passion, and impact on the local fitness community
  

• The Iconic Fire Jump – The emotional moment that symbolizes every Spartan’s journey
  

• Post-Race Rituals – Recovery routines, cheat meals, and how Spartan racing becomes a family tradition

💬 Key Quotes:

“Spartan is not just a race—it’s a lifestyle.” – Shadi

“Just sign up. That’s the first step.” – Fahad

“Being an ambassador is about inspiring others.” – Jason

🎧 Listen if you:

• Are racing on April 19 at Bab Al Shams

• Want to hear what OCR life is really like

• Need motivation to do your first (or next!) Spartan race

• Love stories of grit, teamwork, and personal growth

• Want gear tips, race prep hacks, and post-race rituals
  

🔥 Final tip: Just sign up. The first step is showing up. The rest will follow. 🙌

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