GOING HYBRID

CAMERON FALLOON, founder of BFT (Body Fit Training), and former strength and conditioning coach for international soccer and local AFL teams, tell us why hybrid training is the workout style of the future...

Within the elite athlete space, it has long been known that creating a well-rounded athlete will create a stronger and more efficient athlete. The premise of hybrid training, which has recently grown in popularity within the mainstream fitness space, mirrors the same science and knowledge that I and other strength and conditioning coaches have used when training elite athletes for decades. To achieve optimal fitness, you need to work on more than one training style or technique. While everyone has their own specific goals, strengths and weaknesses, if you are looking to build strength, grow muscle or improve your endurance, having a well-rounded approach will help you achieve lasting results.

In recent years, the fitness industry has witnessed a seismic shift towards hybrid training. This innovative approach is not just a fleeting trend but is rapidly becoming the preferred choice for fitness enthusiasts worldwide and is likely to stay that way.

WHAT IS HYBRID TRAINING?

Hybrid training is an approach that concurrently enhances both strength qualities and cardiovascular energy system development by using multiple training techniques within a workout and or a training week. Unlike concentrating on a single modality, this method aims to develop wellrounded athleticism. The best comparison for a hybrid athlete would be to a decathlete or even an AFL footballer. As you may remember from the last Olympic Games, where the decathlon caught the attention of many Aussies thanks to the impressive athleticism and camaraderie of Ash Maloney and Cedric Dubler, a decathlete needs to be highly skilled in many areas.