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Jul 2023
50m 35s

024: Why You Should Train Like A Hybrid ...

Nick Bare
About this episode

I believe hybrid training is one of the best ways to train for optimal health and performance year-round. Today, I break down what exactly a hybrid athlete is, share three reasons you should consider training like a hybrid athlete, and debunk some common myths you hear about hybrid training. Enjoy the episode!



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00:00 Intro

1:18 Hybrid athlete evolution vs. revolution

4:39 Why hybrid training has gained popularity

14:27 My hybrid athlete journey

23:56 3 reasons to train like a hybrid athlete

36:32 Hybrid training myths

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