<p>In this episode, I break down hybrid athlete training—how to pair heavy lifting with endurance running without burning out. I share what I’m learning from Ironman prep, why flexibility beats perfection, and the biggest myths holding athletes back. From military lessons to the post-pandemic rise of hybrid training, this is how to balance strength and endurance.</p><p><br></p><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>00:00 Introduction</p><p>02:22 Defining Hybrid Training</p><p>07:33 Addressing Criticisms of Hybrid Training</p><p>13:15 Historical Influences on Hybrid Training</p><p>16:24 Personal Journey and Training Philosophy</p><p>27:27 Flexibility in Hybrid Training</p><p>33:46 Adapting Training to Different Goals</p><p>36:11 Current Training Focus and Routine</p><p>40:34 Sample Weekly Training Schedule</p><p>47:25 Adjusting Training Based on Goals</p><p>51:37 Balancing Strength and Endurance</p><p>54:32 Optimizing Training Sessions</p><p>58:24 Managing Lower Body Strength and Running</p><p>01:04:01 Personalizing Your Hybrid Training</p><p>01:06:03 Conclusion and Future Content</p><p><br></p><p>ORDER MY BOOK HERE:</p><p><a href="⁠https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210⁠" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">⁠https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210⁠</a></p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW:</p><p>Become a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 20% off FOR LIFE</p><p><a href="⁠https://bpn.team/member⁠" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">⁠https://bpn.team/member⁠</a></p><p><br></p><p>IG: ⁠<a href="instagram.com/nickbarefitness/⁠" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">instagram.com/nickbarefitness/⁠</a></p><p>YT: ⁠<a href="youtube.com/@nickbarefitness" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">youtube.com/@nickbarefitness</a></p>