Between sports · FLO Functional Training HQ

Between sports

Hi Colin and team

I wanted to ask about multi-sport training (I cringe at the term 'hybrid training'). I have been lifting for years, using different protocols. At the moment, I use a weird mash-up of the DailyFlo and the full gym programmes. I often turn the big lifts into escalating density blocks as I like working against the clock. Part of that is for time management: I also run (distance). I do not look built for it at all—more small rugby player build—but I love running and racing. I often leave out the pure cardio elements of the workouts because I either run or teach a spin class after lifting. Plus lots of yoga. I know I do a lot but somehow I manage it all without getting fried and I've learned what the signs I'm pushing too hard for too long are.

I'd love to play rugby 7s but I don't have the time and my partner wouldn't stand for me getting bashed up a bit. Plus I'm 40 and that's maybe a late start. Anyway, because I'm a little mad, I'm kind of tempted to do Hyrox instead. I wonder whether anyone here has tried Hyrox using Colin's programming style. It looks like a lot of rugby work out there so I could use it if I did go down that route but Hyrox has its specific moves. I'm not especially worried about the running part (I am also pretty fast) but maybe need to use the compromised running elements and plyo in the Flo more.

Thanks everyone! Have a lovely weekend!

Best wishes

/Tristan

2 comments