TrainHybrd Podcast - Hyrox, Hybrid Training, Running & Endurance

Most HYROX athletes get race week wrong. In this episode, Ben and Jackson break down the real difference between a deload and a taper, and why choosing the wrong one can cost you speed, confidence, and performance.Perfect for HYROX competitors, hybrid athletes, and anyone prepping for an event or heavy training block.🔥 What We Cover:– Taper vs deload: the real definitions– Why they aren’t the same– Why HYROX athletes respond better to deloads– Why marathoners need tapers– When to take a deload (and when to take it sooner)– How to read fatigue vs rigid programming– What to do when you feel overreached or “sick-ish”– Why you won’t lose fitness in a week, but you can ruin your raceFeaturing Jackson’s real-world lead-up to Melbourne HYROX.Key Takeaway:HYROX rewards rhythm, continuity, and smart recovery, not marathon-style tapering. Deloads keep you sharp, confident, and ready to perform your best.🎧 Listen now and tag us with your takeaway on IG @trainhybrd

What does it really take to perform at the top of HYROX without burning out or losing yourself?In Episode 72, Ben and Jackson sits down with James Kelly, 4th at HYROX Worlds and one of the sport’s most respected athletes, for an honest conversation about mindset, pressure, training, and identity at the elite level.Whether you’re a HYROX competitor, hybrid athlete, or someone chasing performance with balance, this episode will hit home.🔥 What We Cover:🧠 Mindset at the top, pressure, expectations, staying grounded🏋 Training highs and lows - motivation, longevity, & growth📈 Training smart - season structure, avoiding burnout, listening to your body⚡ Solo vs doubles - pacing, mindset, trust, accountability🪣 Filling your bucket - community, connection, what truly matters🎧 Listen now and tag us with your biggest takeaway on IG @trainhybrd

What if your CrossFit engine isn’t built for the HYROX grind?In this episode, Ben and Jackson break down why training like a CrossFitter won’t make you race-ready for HYROX - and what you actually need to perform, not just survive.From pacing and aerobic capacity to movement efficiency and muscular endurance, this one’s a reality check for every hybrid athlete out there.We cover:🏋️ What carries over from CrossFit to HYROX❌ Why max strength doesn’t matter - endurance does⚡ Energy system differences (aerobic vs. anaerobic)🧠 The pacing problem that ruins most races🎯 Why specificity beats randomness every timeWhether you’re a HYROX competitor, hybrid athlete, or CrossFitter making the switch, this episode will challenge how you train, race, and recover.🎧 Listen now and tag us with your biggest takeaway on IG @ trainhybrd

What if getting older didn’t mean slowing down, but getting better?Today, Coach Jackson and Ben sit down with Jeff Zwally: fitness coach, CrossFit gym owner, and founder of Live More Age Less, to talk about how fitness, mindset, and curiosity can help you perform for life.At 62, Jeff’s proving that age is just data. From training smarter and building strength through the decades to staying curious and connected, this one’s all about redefining what longevity looks like.🎧 Tune in and tag us with your biggest takeaway on IG @trainhybrdConnect with Jeff on Instagram → @jeffzwally

In today’s episode, Ben and Jackson dive into the science (and suffering) of heat and humidity training, why it’s often called the poor man’s altitude training, and how to adjust your paces when the weather turns savage.Whether you’re battling a summer heatwave or live somewhere that feels like a sauna year-round, this one’s for you.🎧 Tune in now for practical tips on training smarter (not just sweatier).🔥 Grab the free Heat Training Cheat Sheet Ben promised — Training Cheat Sheet.