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Preparing for the 2025 Hybricon Games: A Competitor's Guide

Writer: Austen AlexanderAusten Alexander
Mar 102 min read

The 2025 Hybricon Games will be bigger, tougher, and more competitive than ever. Athletes who want to qualify and dominate the competition need to train smarter, not just harder. The road to the Hybricon Qualifiers requires a strategic blend of swimming, strength, running, compromised running, and strongman movements to prepare for the brutal test of hybrid fitness.



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WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE HYBRICON QUALIFIERS


The Hybricon Qualifiers will test every aspect of your fitness. Unlike traditional competitions that focus solely on strength or endurance, Hybricon is the ultimate test of hybrid athleticism—meaning you need to be well-rounded in multiple disciplines. Expect to be challenged in:


  • SWIMMING: Open water swimming will be a crucial part of the competition. Athletes must be comfortable navigating water in both sprint efforts and longer endurance swims.

  • STRENGTH: Expect heavy barbell work, sandbag carries, and max lifts that will challenge your power and resilience.

  • RUNNING: You need to have both speed and endurance. Training for long runs, sprint intervals, and trail running will prepare you for what’s coming.

  • COMPROMISED RUNNING: Hybricon will test your ability to run while fatigued—after lifts, carries, and swims. If you can’t hold pace under fatigue, you’ll get left behind.

  • STRONGMAN MOVEMENTS: Sled pushes, yoke carries, farmer’s carries, and odd-object lifting will be integrated into the events. Being able to move heavy loads over distance is essential.


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HOW TO TRAIN FOR THE HYBRICON QUALIFIERS

To perform at your peak, you need to train across multiple energy systems. Here’s how to structure your training:



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SWIM TRAINING


  • Incorporate 2-3 swim sessions per week focusing on both technique and endurance.

  • Include interval swims (e.g., 100m repeats at race pace) and long-distance swims.

  • Train open water swimming if possible, as conditions will differ from the pool.



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STRENGTH TRAINING


  • Prioritize compound lifts (deadlifts, squats, presses) to build raw power.

  • Include sandbag and sled work to simulate event-style strength.

  • Work on grip endurance—you’ll need it for strongman events and carries.

RUNNING & COMPROMISED RUNNING


  • Train long-distance running (8-10 miles weekly) to build endurance.

  • Add interval sprints and hill runs for explosive power.

  • Simulate compromised running by pairing runs with lifting (e.g., 400m run + sandbag carry).


STRONGMAN & FUNCTIONAL FITNESS


  • Practice sled pushes, yoke carries, and heavy farmer’s walks.

  • Train odd-object lifts (kegs, stones, heavy bags) to prepare for unconventional loads.

  • Focus on full-body strength endurance rather than just maximal lifts.



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READY TO COMPETE? SIGN UP FOR THE HYBRICON QUALIFIERS!


The Hybricon Qualifiers are your gateway to the 2025 Hybricon Games—the ultimate test of strength, endurance, and mental toughness. Only the best will earn a spot on the competition floor. If you think you have what it takes, sign up now and start training.


SPOTS ARE LIMITED—REGISTER TODAY!




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