TrainHybrd Podcast - Hyrox, Hybrid Training, Running & Endurance

One of the most underrated parts of HYROX racing — the Roxzone. Why the transition area isn't a rest zone, what's really happening in your body, and why you need to train your transitions to race like a pro. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

We switched from Garmin to Coros — here's what we found. Plus why your wrist heart-rate monitor might be feeding you false data, and how to track accurately so you can actually train smarter. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

How to run stronger, not just faster. Five strategies to stay smooth when others fall apart — from the role of strength and strong glutes to surviving HYROX's compromised running. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

What does it take to crush a 1:03.25 HYROX PB? We break down the key moments behind Jackson's fastest HYROX Men's Pro time — the training, the race-day calls, and what made the difference. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

World champion hybrid athlete and HYROX legend Hunter McIntyre on the no-BS approach to hybrid training — how to get 5–10% faster without overtraining, and the biggest mistakes hybrid athletes make. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Diving into elite endurance and strength with Anthony Di Paolo — a HYROX powerhouse and plant-based athlete — on fuelling performance on a vegan diet and what it takes to compete at the top. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Ben and Jackson chat with James Kelly, Australia's fastest HYROX athlete — his race strategy, how he built his endurance, and what sets the top of the field apart. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Jackson and Ben break down their trip to HYROX Auckland — the highs, the lows and Ben's first race — and why this one humbled just about everyone who showed up. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Pushing your limits builds impressive gains — until it doesn't. We dive into overtraining: the warning signs you shouldn't ignore, and how to know when to back off before it costs you. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

A quick one — we're running an epic TrainHybrd giveaway with some incredible prizes up for grabs. Tap in to hear how to enter. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

What exactly is a taper, and why is it so important for race day? How to taper properly for HYROX and other endurance events so you show up sharp instead of flat. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Our final episode of the year — reflecting on lessons from HYROX races, marathon mishaps, and what's on the horizon for 2025. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Everything you need to know about SkiERG and RowERG technique for HYROX — nailing proper form, understanding the machines, and where most athletes lose time. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

We dive into the VO2 max training secrets that could give you a competitive edge in HYROX — why it matters so much, and how to actually build it. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Jackson flies solo with guest Andrew — a sales director, founding member of Lockeroom Gym, competitive cyclist and dedicated family man — on balancing business, family and endurance sport without dropping any of them. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Why running a marathon without proper preparation can lead to serious setbacks — even for experienced athletes — and what skipping the prep really costs you. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Part 2: shifting from endurance to strength. Why the off-season is your best chance to build raw strength and lay a powerful foundation for HYROX and hybrid performance. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

A darker turn — a mini episode on the tragic case of Eliza Fletcher, a runner whose story struck a chord across the running community, and the safety questions it raises. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Part 1 of building your HYROX base: endurance — the backbone of any hybrid athlete. Why aerobic capacity comes first, and how to build it before you chase intensity. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

We're joined by Ryan Hoffman — hybrid fitness coach and trainer studying Sport & Exercise Science — on his journey as an online coach and how he brings scientific principles into everyday training. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

We sit down with elite hybrid athlete and HYROX world record holder Joanna Wietrzyk — from national tennis and netball to the top of HYROX — on the path that got her there. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Ben and Jackson recap their latest endurance challenges — Sydney Marathon and Perth HYROX — with key takeaways on the power of a proper taper and the balancing act between the two disciplines. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Ben and Jackson try smelling salts for the first time, dig into Ben's pre-marathon nutrition plan, and cover the little race-day details that actually make a difference. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Ben and Jackson dive into race-day mindset, sharing client insights — plus a breakdown of mindful running and how to set SMART running goals. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson

Ben and Jackson dive into VO2 max training — what it actually is, why it's a game-changer for endurance, and how to make it part of your routine for real performance gains. Links - Become a founding Sparkie Member - Follow us on Instagram - 1:1 Coaching with Coach Jackson