
EP 105: The Best Weekly Split for Hybrid Athletes (Backed By Science)
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Trying to balance running and lifting… and feeling like you don’t have enough time?
You’re not alone.
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One of the biggest struggles in hybrid training is figuring out how to structure your week so you can build strength AND improve endurance without burning out.
In this video, I break down my favorite hybrid training splits and how to actually make running and lifting work together.
We cover:
• The best 2-day, 3-day, and 4-day lifting splits for hybrid athletes
• Why most people don’t need “bro splits”
• How to balance recovery between lifting and running
• How to train efficiently if you’re short on time
• Why quality matters more than volume
• How to adjust your split based on your season (in-season vs off-season)
Hybrid training requires compromise. You can’t go all-in on both lifting and running at the same time—but you CAN train both effectively with the right structure.
For most people, less volume and higher quality training leads to better results, better recovery, and more consistency.
If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you can’t fit everything into your week, this is where to start.
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