The Nick Bare Podcast

In this fifth installment of the 'Building the Brand' series, I'm taking us through Chapter Five, titled 'The Hybrid Athlete,' covering pivotal moments from April 2019 to 2020. Highlighting my transition from bodybuilding to endurance training, I discuss the profound impact of discovering 'Go One More' and the growth of BPN. We'll cover personal stories, from marathon training to my mother’s battle with cancer.Also covered are key learnings on branding, team building, and the explosive growth of BPN during the COVID-19 pandemic. Finally, I introduce the concept of the hybrid athlete, balancing strength training with endurance running, and how this approach has shaped both my life and BPN's future.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Chapter Five: The Hybrid Athlete01:24 The Power of Brand: Finding Our Voice03:04 Lessons Learned in Chapter Five03:49 The Story of 'Go One More'13:09 The Birth of a Brand: BPN's Evolution13:33 Building the Creative Team22:13 Embracing Endurance: From Bodybuilding to Ironman27:13 Committing to Ironman Florida28:09 A Personal Tragedy and Its Impact35:36 The Growth of BPN During the Pandemic41:42 Creating G1M Sport: Solving Real Problems48:49 The Journey to a Sub-Three-Hour Marathon53:00 Embracing the Hybrid Athlete Lifestyle57:03 Conclusion and Future PlansWatch or share the full Building the Brand series nowhttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLldAMepUaYU6vWd_yEkg7D4Y7fQMowyoZStrength, endurance, and wellness supplements to fuel your performance. SAVE 10% at BPN Supps:https://bit.ly/nickbare10audioFollow:IG: instagram.com/nickbarefitness/YT: youtube.com/@nickbarefitness

This returning guest needs no introduction, but we will honor her with one. Today I'm joined by Sally McRae for another deep conversation, which is common for us, about the unglamorous aspects of growth, resilience, and character-building. We discuss the vital role of patience, the misconception of overnight success, and the importance of navigating through difficult seasons. Sally and I share personal anecdotes from our toughest times, emphasizing the power of focusing on foundational habits and the often lonely, mundane work that leads to true greatness. This episode is absolutely packed with motivational insights and thoughtful reflections on life, perseverance, and enduring hardships with a warrior spirit. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:20 Catching Up with Sally 02:56 The Value of True Friendship 05:02 Overcoming Challenges in Racing 08:27 Navigating Life's Toughest Seasons 17:27 Balancing Ambition and Relationships 23:34 Finding Purpose and Peace 50:18 Struggles in Marriage and Personal Growth 51:00 Embracing Physical and Mental Strength 51:56 The Hardest Seasons: Relationships and Family 56:33 The Power of Solving Problems 01:00:03 Distractions and Focus in Life 01:17:45 The Importance of Foundational Principles 01:27:54 Reflections on Personal Journey and Purpose 01:33:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Strength, endurance, and wellness supplements to fuel your performance. SAVE 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow: IG: instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Keep up with Sally on socials and check out her Choose Strong podcast: IG: instagram.com/yellowrunner/ YT: youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@choosestrongpodcast

I welcome back Jason Khalipa to dive into a conversation on the importance of fitness as a family value and the responsibilities of being a father and leader. Khalipa shares insights into his training regimen, personal experiences with professional CrossFit, and the necessity of leading by example both in fitness and family life. We discuss managing time, the significance of exposing oneself and one’s children to intense physical exertion (RPE10), and fostering mental resilience through regular exercise. Chapters 00:10 HYROX Training and Preparation 05:37 Cardio Training Insights 12:18 The Importance of Personal Responsibility 17:31 Balancing Family and Fitness 39:30 Fitness as a Family Value 46:03 Memories of Fitness in the Family 46:48 Impact of Parental Fitness on Children 48:11 Struggles with Eating Disorders 50:45 Balancing Fitness and Family Life 52:44 Parenting and Setting Examples 59:25 Fitness as a Responsibility 01:04:55 Training and Time Management 01:13:32 The Importance of RPE10 01:26:01 When Iron Sharpens Iron Strength, endurance, and wellness supplements to fuel your performance. Save 10% at BPN Supps: https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow for more: IG: instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Keep up with Jason: IG: instagram.com/jasonkhalipa/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonKhalipa

In this episode, we talk competitive hybrid athletics, specifically preparing for HYROX Dallas on November 23 with RMR Training's Rich Ryan and Ryan Kent. We kick off with the inclusive and inspiring fitness culture in Austin, specifics about the Elite 15 qualification system, and the importance of proper training, nutrition, and mental preparation. We also share personal anecdotes and insights from our individual journies, including the evolution of training methodologies, the importance of staying in touch with high-intensity efforts, and managing nutrition effectively.00:00 Intros Chapters 00:23 Morning Run and Austin's Fitness Culture 02:19 Diving into HYROX 02:32 HYROX Elite 15 Explained 04:10 Qualifying for Elite 15 05:30 HYROX Course Challenges 06:17 Evolution of HYROX 07:05 Training Strategies and Improvements 10:12 Aerobic Capacity and Erg Training 11:45 Stay Power and Training Balance 17:03 Data-Driven vs. Intuitive Training 31:44 Defining a Hybrid Athlete 35:00 Transition from Spartan to HYROX 40:47 Meeting and Rivalry 42:18 Rivalry and Motivation 42:39 Fitness Comeback and Relocation 43:22 Friendship and Training Partnership 44:17 Steeplechase: The Hybrid Event 47:34 Evolution of Endurance Athletes 50:04 Nutrition and Performance 55:32 Challenges with Food and Training 01:07:19 Fueling Strategies for Competitions 01:15:36 Workout Planning and Pacing 01:20:53 Conclusion and Future Plans Strength, endurance, and wellness supplements to fuel your performance. SAVE 10% at BPN Supps:https://bit.ly/nickbare10audio Follow: IG: instagram.com/nickbarefitness/ YT: youtube.com/@nickbarefitness Keep up with Ryan and Rich: Rich Ryan: https://www.instagram.com/richryan610/ Ryan Kent: https://www.instagram.com/dr0p_the_hammer/ RMR Training Podcast:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi5cih2R3tbNcifyvD2xRqQ