TrainHybrd Podcast - Hyrox, Hybrid Training, Running & Endurance

They explain what speed actually means for sprinters versus endurance athletes and why event context changes training. The role of muscle fiber types and how hybrid fibers suit mixed-intensity races gets explored. Practical tools like zone 2 work, strides, threshold and VO2 approaches are discussed. They also cover load management, low‑impact cross‑training and how consistency beats sporadic hard sessions.

HYROX is taking competition to the ocean with a 4-day cruise packed with workouts, workshops, elite athletes, and a new race format.But what actually happens when you put hundreds of hybrid athletes in a high-performance environment… at sea?In this episode, Jackson and Ben break down the HYROX Cruise from a performance coach’s lens, looking at the physiology, logistics, and reality behind training and racing on a ship.We explore:• What the HYROX Cruise actually is• The structure of the 4-day training experience• Performance challenges like travel fatigue, sleep, and immune stress• Whether ship movement could affect output and recovery• The community, networking, and learning opportunities onboard• Who this experience is really designed forIs this the next evolution of HYROX and hybrid athlete events… or something entirely different?🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself.👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠⁠⁠TrainHybrd

If you’re training for HYROX, building as a hybrid athlete, or chasing endurance performance, but still “winging” your nutrition, this one’s for you.In this episode, we sit down with Liam Holmes, Head of Nutrition at MARCHON, to break down the fueling mistakes quietly holding athletes back.We cover:• The biggest nutrition errors hybrid & endurance athletes make• What actually separates elite fueling from recreational habits• Carb periodisation (without overcomplicating it)• Underfueling & carb fear• HYROX vs endurance race-week nutrition• Creatine, caffeine & electrolyte strategy• What supplements are worth it, and what’s wasted moneyIf you’re doing the work in training but your nutrition is average… you’re leaving performance on the table.This is practical. Direct. No fluff. Listen now and rethink how you fuel.

In This Episode: This episode is your ultimate guide to participating in your first Hyrox event. We’ll cover everything you need to know: divisions, stations, training, strategy, nutrition, and the best gear for race day. Don’t miss it!👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠⁠TrainHybrd

Jackson and Ben sit down with Ryan Fitzpatrick to recap their experience at HYROX Auckland Pro Doubles.Ben dives into the ASICS Superblast 2, are they really the ultimate HYROX shoe?We break down the performance, pros, cons, and exactly what they felt like on race day.💥 Perfect for anyone racing or training HYROX, this episode gives you the inside scoop straight from the floor.Submit your Runners High or Shin Splint:https://form.jotform.com/260475802974869Tell us what you want to hear:https://form.jotform.com/260468378213057

When performance starts falling apart, most endurance athletes blame their training.In reality? It’s usually their fueling.In this episode, Ben and Jackson break down why carbs, not grit or willpower, are the missing link for runners and HYROX athletes.We cover:• Why fatigue is often a fueling problem• Daily carb targets for endurance & hybrid athletes• How to fuel long runs and HYROX races• Why intensity drives carb needs• When gear matters, and when it doesn’tSame engine. Different demands.Fuel for the work you’re asking your body to do.🧮 Carb CalculatorNot sure how much you actually need? Use the Pre-Carb Load Calculator here: Carb Calculator⁠ 👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠TrainHybrd

Everyone says “this is my year.”Very few actually plan for it.In this episode, we break down what a solid year really looks like, not just big performances, but sustainability, consistency, and momentum you can repeat year after year.We cover:• How to define success beyond PBs and podiums• How to structure your year so training stops feeling random• Why burnout usually comes from lack of intention, not effort• The role of planning, recovery, and aligned sacrifices• Why consistency beats motivation every timeIf you want to finish 2026 healthy, confident, and still hungry, this episode is for you.👉 Check out all our socials through this link: ⁠TrainHybrd

Just a Year Wrapped episode.We break down what happened this year, the highs, the lows, the lessons learned, and what’s coming as we head into 2026.👉 Check out all our socials through this link: TrainHybrd

Think you need to be big to perform in HYROX?Think again.We sat down with HYROX pro Benny Smith to break down how he trains, races, and competes at the top level as a leaner athlete, and why strategy beats size every time.🎧 Listen now on Spotify👉 Follow @itsbennysmith for more HYROX insights

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