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The Running Explained Podcast

*s4/e18 Your Hybrid Training Crash Course with Dr. Alyssa Olenick, PhD (@doclyssfitness)

Aug 22, 2024
Dr. Alyssa Olenick, an exercise physiologist and hybrid athlete, discusses the benefits of hybrid training for endurance runners. She explains the interference effect, shifting training intensity, and the application of hybrid training from off-season to pre-race taper. Dr. Olenick emphasizes the importance of balancing strength and endurance for health and performance goals, debunking myths about bulking up and highlighting the necessity of strength training for runners.
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  • Hybrid training blends strength and endurance for improved fitness levels without trade-offs.
  • Managing central nervous system fatigue is crucial in balancing strength and endurance training.

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Hybrid Training Definition

Hybrid training involves maximizing strength and endurance in a workout, aiming to improve both characteristics simultaneously. People focus on increasing strength and endurance without worrying about trade-offs, leading to enhanced fitness levels.

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