Can You Be a Hybrid Athlete Without Losing Muscle? (Kris Gethin) | Ep 385

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Can cardio really kill your gains? What if the truth is the exact opposite? Could you actually build muscle and endurance at the same time, without sacrificing either?

I am joined by Kris Gethin, a pro bodybuilder, Ironman finisher, and endurance athlete, to destroy the myth that “cardio ruins muscle.” Kris shares how he transformed from a 220-pound bodybuilder to a full Ironman in six months without losing his physique. We unpack the real science of hybrid training, how to combine strength and cardio effectively, and why recovery, not training volume, is what really determines your success. 

Tune in to learn how cardio and lifting can finally work together, not against each other.

Today, you’ll learn all about:

2:24 – Kris’s asthma story and recovery breakthrough
7:45 – How hybrid training changed the game
14:28 – Building recovery into your lifestyle
21:02 – Grounding, mindfulness, and HRV
26:58 – Key running, cycling, and swimming tips
32:26 – Why sprinting beats long slow cardio
39:28 – Nutrition, fasting, and fueling for performance
47:02 – Squats, balance, and hybrid strength
51:04 – Hydration, sleep, and long-term health

Episode resources:

• Instagram: @krisgethin 
• Website: krisgethin.com 
• Facebook: @krisjohngethin 
• Youtube: @krisgethin 

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