Colin Stiefer is a high-level CrossFitter turned high-level Hyrox athlete. In the episode, we talk about a wide range of topics, including how to prepare for long endurance events, adding more running to your program, and machine efficiency. Hyrox 12-week Program 2023https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/ryan-program-1670511054?attrib=536893-podHyrox and Dekafit Group Coachinghttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/team/hyrox-dekafit-training?attrib=536893-pod

269: Colin Stiefer: CrossFit to Hyrox, improving on the machines, and more.

In this episode, I break down the language around running and how it doesn’t translate to hybrid fitness. I make a simple case for what you need to know for your training. Hyrox 12-week Program 2023https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/ryan-program-1670511054?attrib=536893-podHyrox and Dekafit Group Coachinghttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/team/hyrox-dekafit-training?attrib=536893-pod

268: Easy runs, threshold, & VO2MAX: that’s all you need to know.

In this episode, I cover two specific topics around what I believe is working for Hyrox training and what is not working for Hyrox Training.Apply for Coaching with Reinforced Running coach Meg Jacoby. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegNc4JtwnG_vBGpSbWVZpjNHCaLce8hHuNHfFOuSmS1ZdsOw/viewform?usp=sf_linkHyrox 12-week Program 2023https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/ryan-program-1670511054?attrib=536893-podHyrox and Dekafit Group Coachinghttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/team/hyrox-dekafit-training?attrib=536893-pod

267: What separates the top female contenders in Hyrox and how to REALLY simulate the sled.

In this episode, I cover two specific topics around what I believe is working for Hyrox training and what is not working for Hyrox Training.Hyrox 12-week Program 2023 https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/ryan-program-1670511054?attrib=536893-podHyrox 12-week Program 2022https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/ryan-program-1633608312?attrib=536893-pod

266: Hyrox Training: What's working and what's not working.

Gunther Klaus is an elite personal trainer and Hyrox athlete.  Gunther has a depth of knowledge surrounding biomechanics and how to personal training around breathing mechanics. Follow Gunther https://www.instagram.com/guntherklaus/ Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRun

265: Gunther Klaus: Learn your personal breathing biomechanics, fixing compensations, & Hyrox training.

Annie Dube is off of a tumultuous, having to persevere through a few tough injuries in the 2022 season. Shew as still able to finish 4th place in the world and joins me to talk all about it.  

264: Annie Dube: Racing after long travel, sand running, and season reflections.

In this episode, I do a deep dive into the difference between DEKAFIT training and Hyrox training. Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRun

263: The Difference between DEKAFIT Training and Hyrox Training.

Tim Silvestri is a favorite guest of the show and is back to drop knowledge about getting the most out of your mental performance. Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRun

262: Tim Silvestri - Don't decrease hard, how to execute, and mental performance

Ryan Kent joins me, and we talk about both DEKAFIT and DEKASTRONG. Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRun

261: Ryan Kent: Dekafit World Champs Recap

In this episode, I talk for the whole damn time. I recap my training lead-up for Dekafit World Championships  (I finished in first place) and give details of my thoughts about why I chose to train the way I did. I hope it helps. Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRun

260: DEKAFIT World Championship Training Recap - Solo Episode

Ryan Corning is the former DEKASTRONG world record holder with a PR of 11:31. He is an extremely well-thought-out and powerful athlete who has made a splash in the DEKA scene. In the episode, we talk about prepping for the upcoming world championships. Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRunClick the link for DEKAFIT 8-Week Championship ProgramClick the link for DEKA STRONG 8-Week Championship Prog. 

259: Ryan Corning: Deka prep for power athletes, crushing the assault bike, and pacing for Deka Strong

Ian Hosek is an elite OCR and endurance coach with great training knowledge and perspective. Ian is one of my favorite guests who always delivers the goods - this episode is no expectation.  Follow Ianhttps://www.hosekpe.com/Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRunClick the link for DEKAFIT 8-Week Championship ProgramClick the link for DEKA STRONG 8-Week Championship Prog. 

258: Ian Hosek: Preventing burnout, off-season planning, & biological training.

Lindsay Webster is a multiple-time Spartan and OCRWC world champion. She is the best overall athlete we have ever seen in the sport of OCR. In the episode, we cover a bunch of topics, including training, mindset, and the future of OCR. Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRun

257: Lindsay Webster: Mountain fitness, champion mentality & Spartan changes

In this episode:1) What a taper does and how to execute a taper for your race.2) What to consider for your hydration for endurance performance. 3) How to ensure you are building fitness through threshold training.Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRunClick the link for DEKAFIT 8-Week Championship ProgramClick the link for DEKA STRONG 8-Week Championship Program 

256: Proper tapering tactics, hydration for performance, how to hit threshold. Q&A

Quarterly Q&A is here! In this episode, topics are covered. 1) What is more helpful for DEKAFIT results - DEKASTRONG work or compromised running?2) The ideal pre-race meal 3) How to improve the sled and skierg without a sled or skierg.4) Off-season hypertrophy training for OCR. Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRunClick the link for DEKAFIT 8-Week Championship ProgramClick the link for DEKA STRONG 8-Week Championship Program 

255: Hybrid station work vs compromised running, optimal pre-race meals, sled training, and more. Listener Q&A

David Magida is an elite hybrid athlete, coach, and business owner. In this episode, we cover many topics that revolve around hybrid training. Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRunClick the link for DEKAFIT 8-Week Championship ProgramClick the link for DEKA STRONG 8-Week Championship Program 

254: David Magida: Concurrent Hyrox and Deka Training, machine work for endurance, & Dekadog5000

Mike St. George is a doctor of Physical Therapy and an elite OCR athlete. In the episode, we talk about a wide range of topics, including back pain, treatment for movement deficiency, and how to identify compensation. Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRunClick the link for DEKAFIT 8-Week Championship ProgramClick the link for DEKA STRONG 8-Week Championship Program 

253: Mike St. George -Physical Therapy for OCR and Hybrid athletes, back pain relief, and movement practice.

Tyler Veerman is one of the best racers OCR has seen over the past 5 years. He has multiple National Series podium finishes and a silver at the 2021 Ultra World Championships. In the episode we talk about directing his first race, the difference between mountain running and OCR, and 2022 Ultra Champs prep.  

252: Tyler Veerman - Mountain Running vs OCR, directing his first race, and Spartan Ultra

Vivian Tafuto is the current number four seed for the Dekafit World Championships after her 4th place finish at West Palm. Vivian has put in real work and has seen a huge improvement in her short time as a Hybrid athlete. Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRun

251: Vivian Tafuto - Exponential hybrid improvement.

Shawn Stephens-Whale and Annie Dube pop on the episode to talk about their 3rd place finishes at the Spartan Race North American Championships in Kelowna, BC, CA. Follow Reinforced Running7-Day Free Trial Reinforced OCR Training GroupBuy Reinforced Running T-shirtsEmail: rich@reinforcedrunning.comYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG (Rich Ryan) -  @reinforced_running_rich Twitter - @ReinforcedRun

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