Nick Bare, an accomplished athlete and entrepreneur known for his remarkable fitness journey, discusses his exciting transition to HYROX competition. He shares insights into his rigorous training strategy, focusing on the blend of strength and endurance. The conversation dives deep into the 'Go One More' philosophy, highlighting personal motivation and resilience. Nick emphasizes the importance of recovery, sleep quality, and nutrition in enhancing performance. His dedication and mindset are sure to inspire anyone looking to push their limits in fitness.
Nick Bare emphasizes the importance of a personal growth mindset over competition, focusing on discovering one’s limits through disciplined training.
His training for HYROX blends aerobic and strength conditioning, highlighting the value of controlled discomfort in achieving both mental and physical resilience.
Deep dives
Nick Bear's Unique Athletic Journey
Nick Bear is renowned for his impressive achievements as a hybrid athlete, having completed challenges ranging from sub-240 marathons to bodybuilding competitions. Currently preparing for his debut in the High Rocks competition, he emphasizes that his motivation is about discovering his limits rather than competing against others. This mindset has been shaped by his past experiences, leading him to push beyond perceived limitations through hard work and determination. By focusing on personal potential rather than external competition, Bear has moved beyond a fixed ceiling in his fitness journey.
Training Focus and Mental Resilience
Bear's training for High Rocks has led him to explore a combination of aerobic and strength conditioning, allowing him to enhance both running speed and strength simultaneously. He has found joy in immersing himself in the discipline, relearning how to run and train effectively for a unique competition format. Bear's philosophy incorporates the concept of 'controlled discomfort,' where he embraces the physical and mental challenges of intense training rather than avoiding them. This approach not only helps during workouts but allows him to mentally adapt and manage his energy during long races.
Fueling Performance and Recovery
Bear maintains a high daily caloric intake, with a focus on proper nutrition to support his rigorous training regimen. He consumes around 4,000 calories daily, divided into a macronutrient ratio that sustains both strength and endurance. Despite a busy life as a content creator and family man, he prioritizes quality nutrition and integrates recovery methods like sauna sessions to optimize his performance. This disciplined approach allows him to balance the demands of his multiple roles while continuing to pursue athletic excellence.
The Philosophy Behind 'Go One More'
The mantra 'Go One More' is central to Bear's training and life philosophy, evolving from an initial personal challenge into a broader concept embraced by many. It represents pushing beyond perceived limits, whether in training, business, or personal goals, while also recognizing the importance of intentional choices in achieving success. Bear believes this philosophy transcends athletic training and applies to various life aspects, promoting a mindset that embraces growth and determination. Ultimately, he encourages others to adopt this philosophy, viewing challenges as opportunities to unlock new potential.
In this week’s episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast I get to speak with Nick Bare (@nickbarefitness). Nick is an incredible athlete, and entrepreneur who has taken on a variety of fitness challenges and built a huge social following in the process. Weighing in at 90kg, he has completed a sub 2:40 marathon, taken on many Ultras, competed in body building shows, and now he has turned his attention to HYROX. Set to compete in Dallas in November 2024, there’s a lot of buzz in the fitness community around what can this man do. We talk about his training, mindset, and what it’s like to dive into HYROX for the first time. It was great chat, with a seriously impressive athlete - I think you’ll really enjoy it!
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