As the name suggests, a hybrid athlete is a person who aims for strength AND endurance. It is a combination that requires an evolving, open-minded approach that allows you to develop your body. A hybrid athlete also has to think about adequate recovery, so we can add mobility and flexibility to the mix.
You get the idea – a hybrid athlete is someone who trains and competes in multiple sports or activities that involve different physical abilities and demands. Usually, a hybrid athlete feels most comfortable in settings like obstacle course races, because that allows them to utilize every aspect of their athleticism
So, let’s see what are the main aspects every hybrid athlete should cover!
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THE CORE PILLARS OF HYBRID ATHLETE TRAINING
Running
Long distances, with solid endurance and speed, should be a part of a hybrid athlete’s arsenal. Long-distance running can and will significantly affect endurance.
To be able to endure long running distances, it is important to include long runs, intervals, and tempo runs in training.
Lifting heavy
Now, since hybrid athletes are not runners only, strength training is a part of the routine. We are talking about a wide range of strength-building exercises that can serve the athlete to build raw power and explosiveness.
A wide variety of exercises can help you develop your body, but remember to incorporate the classics, such as squats, deadlifts, bench presses, and overhead presses.
Bulletproofing (aka Injury prevention)
“How can I lift heavy and run far without injuring myself?” – you might ask.
This is why injury prevention is the third part of the Hybrid Athlete formula, equally as important as the first two.
To stay healthy and avoid injuries, hybrid athletes focus on bulletproofing their joints and muscles. This can include stretching and foam rolling, mobility work, and joint work (especially ankles and knees). To bulletproof your lower body, you should start with a Tib Bar.
WHY DO HYBRID ATHLETES EXCEL IN RUNNING AND WEIGHTLIFTING?
Here’s the catch – being a hybrid athlete is about strength and endurance of the body AND of the mind. This journey teaches us that the human body was made for lifting heavy and running far.
Running requires endurance, mental toughness, and the ability to push through physical discomfort. Weightlifting requires strength, power, and precise technique. But all of it requires mental perseverance and a mindful approach.
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