Jason Jaksetic is an elite triathlete and ultra runner immersed in ultra-distance training at Spartan HQ in Pittsfield, VT. His main focus at Spartan Race is bringing you the Spartan Workout of the Day (WOD) and other fitness postings.
Eight years ago Jason came to running as a total beginner struggling to just finish mid pack in local 5ks.
However, within two years Jason was qualified for and racing at the 2006 Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. In 2011 he finished his first Double Ironman (4.8 mile swim, 224 mile bike, and 52.4 mile run) taking 5th overall. In between those times he’s competed in every imaginable kind of ultra endurance event. In 2013 he will be pushing even farther with his race schedule.
Check out what he’s up to at his facebook or read more at www.JasonJaksetic.com. Questions and comments are always welcome.
July 3, 2012 at 12:08 pm
Jason,
Recently sprained my ankle with just over a month until my Spartan Race in August. Although my mobility is limited, I don’t want to miss a beat with my training/conditioning.
Any recommendations?
Zach
July 8, 2012 at 5:28 pm
push ups if you can. Lot’s, get the heart rate up! Crunches. Let this be an opportunity to get a ripped core. Focus on that. Let an injury guide you to different parts of your body that need attention.
September 13, 2012 at 11:41 am
Jason,
Just wanted to tell you I really like your story of rising up. Although I am not completely new to the sport of running like you were(I served 10 years military, now Veteran) I am new to competeing in it. I will be hitting the SoCal Super Spartan in January and my first Ironman(half) in March. I feel as though my training is a little erradic and a coach is a little out of my budget. Any chance I chould get some advice?
September 20, 2012 at 11:51 am
Sure thing Nick, hit me up at JasonJ@spartanrace.com
September 20, 2012 at 11:18 am
Jason, met you briefly at NJ Beast. Discussed the trifecta, and your WODs (awesome). Question: will completing the Beast, Super Beast (VT) and Fenway time trial qualify for the trifecta medal?
October 1, 2012 at 2:51 pm
Paul, word is that Fenway is not going to count as a sprint.
November 8, 2012 at 9:53 am
Where can I find specifics on WOD? For example, in today’s WOD, how long should warm-up be? How many of the various drills should I do? I’m new to WOD, but have done boot camp classes over a year so I’m mostly familiar with names of exercises. Thanks!
December 13, 2012 at 8:12 am
I am new to Spaartan and WOD. Any links that help describe the exercises. At 51 yrs old, I want to make sure I do things right. I’ll be a the Tuxedo race in June. Thanks
January 2, 2013 at 9:20 pm
Jason
I tried the link to receive the daily workout and it is not functioning. Any suggestions where I can locate a good workout program.
I have lost 25 lbs and am looking to lose another 20 to 25 to get my weight back to my military days. I have signed up for my first Spartan Race in Ottawa,Canada this June.
January 21, 2013 at 2:23 pm
Ken, still not getting your emnails? Congrats on the sign up! How are you feeling 25lbs lighter. Keep training!
January 22, 2013 at 9:20 am
I hope you get your email stuff figured out – the WOD gets my butt in gear most days and its paying off [thanks for making them applicable Jason!]
See you at the Sprint!