Michelle Pohle - Strength and Endurance Training

I wrote this blog post for anyone who isnt sure how to train for HYROX (or DEKA) or how long it will take. Check it out, and don't hesitate to comment below or message me with any questions.

Keep being awesome!

How Long Should You Train for HYROX? One of the most common questions athletes ask when they first look at a HYROX race is: “How long do I need to train for this?” The honest answer is that it depends on what you already bring to the table. HYROX isn’t just a long run with some weights, and it isn’t a strength event with a bit ...

Hey everyone! I've been busy since starting a second coaching job with Blacklisted HQ, and I am absolutely thrilled to share my first blog to go up on the website. If you like to compete, this will be gold for you. Check it out, and let me know if you have questions:

https://www.blacklistedhq.com/post/how-to-stay-pain-free-or-get-out-of-pain-during-the-qualifiers

For women stepping into hybrid training, the biggest fear is often this: “If I start running more, will I lose my hard-earned muscle?” Good news: you can absolutely get stronger and faster. You just need the right strategy. Balancing barbell training with running isn’t about doing more; it’s about training smarter. Let’s break down how to do it. 1. Understand the Competing Demands…...

How to Balance Barbell Training with Running Without Losing Muscle For women stepping into hybrid training, the biggest fear is often this: “If I start running more, will I lose my hard-earned muscle?” Good news: you can absolutely get stronger and faster. You jus…

Stuck on your lift? Struggling with technique?

DM me your video and I'll give you some tips to help you move forward.

✨ Monday Performance Tip ✨

Struggling with shoulder or trap tightness during lifts? Try this simple fix: before your workout, spend 2–3 minutes doing banded shoulder distractions. It opens up space in the joint, reduces tension, and helps you move better under load.

💪 Strong shoulders = better pressing, pulling, AND posture.

👉 What’s your go-to shoulder mobility move? Drop it below so we can all steal each other’s favorites! ⬇

If you’ve been feeling like your shoulders are always up by your ears or your traps constantly ache, you’re not alone. As a coach, I’ve been seeing more and more athletes and everyday movers struggle with upper trap and shoulder tension. It doesn’t matter if you’re a CrossFitter, HYROX competitor, military athlete, or weekend runner, this problem shows up everywhere....

Relieve Upper Trap Tension with Mobility Drills If you’ve been feeling like your shoulders are always up by your ears or your traps constantly ache, you’re not alone. As a coach, I’ve been seeing more and more athletes and everyday movers strugg…

Here’s a simple Pose Method running tip that instantly makes running feel easier:

👉 Think “fall, don’t push.”

Instead of trying to drive yourself forward with your legs, lean your whole body slightly forward from the ankles (not the waist). Gravity will do the work, you just need to pull your foot up under your hips and let the next step happen naturally.

💡 Cue to try:

Imagine you’re about to fall on your face, but you catch yourself by pulling your foot up.

Keep your stride short and light, like you’re running quietly on hot coals.

This reduces pounding on your joints, saves energy, and keeps you flowing instead of fighting the ground.

Have questions about your form? Send me a DM!

The days of choosing between being “just a runner” or “just a lifter” are over. Women are discovering the power of hybrid athlete training, a style of fitness that blends strength training with endurance work for the ultimate combination of performance, confidence, and health. If you’ve been curious about this approach, here’s why you should consider it and how to get started....

Hybrid Athlete Training: Why Women Should Start and How to Dive In The days of choosing between being “just a runner” or “just a lifter” are over. Women are discovering the power of hybrid athlete training, a style of fitness that blends strength training with end…

Quick question 👇

What’s harder for you: running under fatigue (like in HYROX or CrossFit workouts) or heavy carries under fatigue (like a sandbag, bucket, or ruck)?

🔥 I’ll share some strategies later this week for the one that gets the most votes.

If you’re prepping for HYROX, CrossFit, or even event that involves cardio, don’t sleep on Zone 2 training.

It’s not flashy, but spending 30-45 minutes in that “can still hold a conversation” pace builds the aerobic base that makes you last longer in workouts and recover faster between intervals.

👉 Want to test if you’re truly in Zone 2? Try nasal breathing for the whole session. If you can’t, you’re pushing too hard.

What’s your favorite way to get Zone 2 in, row, bike, ruck, or run? Comment your go-to Zone 2 method and I’ll share a progression for you!

With school starting, I have some time to take on 1-2 more personal training clients AND 3 more online clients.

If you want to reach your goals faster than ever, and be the healthiest, fittest version of yourself please reach out to me! I can't wait to help you ⭐💪

Hybrid athletes are a unique breed, chasing strength and endurance in the same training cycle. Whether your goal is to run longer, lift heavier, or just perform better across the board, how you structure your training matters. Two common approaches are: Joining group fitness classes (like Burn Boot Camp, Orange Theory, or CrossFit) Following a personalized hybrid training program Both paths have their strengths and drawbacks....

Does Group Fitness Work for Hybrid Athletes? Hybrid athletes are a unique breed, chasing strength and endurance in the same training cycle. Whether your goal is to run longer, lift heavier, or just perform better across the board, how you str…