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The OMNIA Performance Podcast

Fergus Crawley

What does it mean to be hybrid athlete? How do we balance strength and endurance goals concurrently? We explore everything that matters to Omnia Performance, with new episodes every week.

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  • Today · 28 min

    VO2 Max Explained... Does It Actually Matter?

    VO2 max gets you into the room. Running economy gets you the result. Your watch says your VO2 max is up - cool. But chasing that number won't make you faster. It's one piece of a much bigger puzzle. Train hard. Stay curious. Don't gamify the number over the outcome. Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching here: https://pages.omnia-performance.com/goldcoaching/?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-94RTkyoLo4Y5H8_50y1JvgwWGMG2UG5MMXAPIoX5zl5ie65rPM2qguPHM8JIq9AFZcvHFfTQIMKH0_fzNEUKNzNydzvQExZN0Lu_XTKosEq9JvRjY&_hsmi=2&utm_content=2&utm_source=hs_email?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=1:1_Youtube&utm_content=1:1_Youtube_VO2 Ready for a plan built around your life and goals? https://pages.omnia-performance.com/custom-training-plan/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=Custom_Youtube&utm_content=Custom_Youtube_VO2

  • September 3 · 29 min

    Social Media Has Changed Your Training Goals

    Social media has changed the way people train, and your goals are different. Particularly with hybrid training... But why, and how should people actually be training? Ready to take your training to the next level? https://pages.omnia-performance.com/goldcoaching/?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-94RTkyoLo4Y5H8_50y1JvgwWGMG2UG5MMXAPIoX5zl5ie65rPM2qguPHM8JIq9AFZcvHFfTQIMKH0_fzNEUKNzNydzvQExZN0Lu_XTKosEq9JvRjY&_hsmi=2&utm_content=2&utm_source=hs_email?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=1:1_Youtube&utm_content=1:1_Youtube_SocialMedia Ready for a plan built around your life and goals? https://pages.omnia-performance.com/custom-training-plan/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=Custom_Youtube&utm_content=Custom_Youtube_SocialMedia

  • August 27 · 43 min

    The Hybrid Training Questions Everyone Gets Wrong

    You sent in your questions, we answered them. From long run nutrition to running without losing muscle... Tom, JB, Kieran and Craig break it down. Ready to take your training to the next level? https://pages.omnia-performance.com/goldcoaching/?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-94RTkyoLo4Y5H8_50y1JvgwWGMG2UG5MMXAPIoX5zl5ie65rPM2qguPHM8JIq9AFZcvHFfTQIMKH0_fzNEUKNzNydzvQExZN0Lu_XTKosEq9JvRjY&_hsmi=2&utm_content=2&utm_source=hs_email?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=1:1_Youtube&utm_content=1:1_Youtube_Q&A Ready for a plan built around your life and goals? https://pages.omnia-performance.com/custom-training-plan/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=Custom_Youtube&utm_content=Custom_Youtube_Q&A

  • August 20 · 26 min

    Why FTP Doesn't Matter As Much As You Think...

    Does FTP actually matter as a cyclist? Indoor or outdoor training? Fergus, Craig and Keiran drop the stats and how they think cyclists should ACTUALLY be training to improve they're riding... https://pages.omnia-performance.com/goldcoaching/?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-94RTkyoLo4Y5H8_50y1JvgwWGMG2UG5MMXAPIoX5zl5ie65rPM2qguPHM8JIq9AFZcvHFfTQIMKH0_fzNEUKNzNydzvQExZN0Lu_XTKosEq9JvRjY&_hsmi=2&utm_content=2&utm_source=hs_email?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=1:1_Youtube&utm_content=1:1_Youtube_FTP Ready for a plan built around your life and goals? https://pages.omnia-performance.com/custom-training-plan/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=Custom_Youtube&utm_content=Custom_Youtube_FTP

  • August 13 · 36 min

    The Metrics That MATTER...

    Fergus sits down with Dr Phil to discuss the training numbers that actually work. From calories to watts, what really matters when you are training? https://pages.omnia-performance.com/goldcoaching/?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-94RTkyoLo4Y5H8_50y1JvgwWGMG2UG5MMXAPIoX5zl5ie65rPM2qguPHM8JIq9AFZcvHFfTQIMKH0_fzNEUKNzNydzvQExZN0Lu_XTKosEq9JvRjY&_hsmi=2&utm_content=2&utm_source=hs_email?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=1:1_Youtube&utm_content=1:1_Youtube_Metrics Ready for a plan built around your life and goals? https://pages.omnia-performance.com/custom-training-plan/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=Custom_Youtube&utm_content=Custom_Youtube_Metrics

  • July 23 · 24 min

    Our Most EMBARRASSING Gym Stories...

    This week, Fergus sits down with Head Coaches Kieran and JB for a proper no-holds-barred confessional. Failed lifts. A calorie surplus that got embarrassingly out of hand. They're airing it all. Because here's the thing - even the coaches leading your training didn't start out knowing what they know now. This episode is proof that the road to "knowing your stuff" is paved with cringe.

  • July 16 · 37 min

    How to TRAIN and FUEL Like a Pro Cyclist

    In this week's episode Tom and Kieran steal a few lessons from the Tour de France - because if you're not watching it, you should be. They get into why the pros are proving that lighter isn't always faster (looking at you, Jonas Vingegaard), why chasing watts beats chasing kilograms, and why so many endurance athletes still leave their fuelling to chance while obsessing over marginal gains elsewhere. Kieran also shares how swapping some running volume for cycling transformed his own performance - and why you don't need a £10k bike to get the benefits. Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

  • July 9 · 29 min

    The No-BS Guide to Ultra Nutrition

    In this week's episode, Kelly (a seasoned Ultra Runner) sits down with Tom McClure, Omnia's Head of Performance Nutrition, to talk all things ultra fuelling. From building your nutrition plan in training to nailing your race day strategy (and what to eat the second you cross the finish line) - this one's packed with practical, no-BS advice for anyone taking on an ultra. Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

  • July 2 · 32 min

    The Hypertrophy Rules That ACTUALLY Matter

    In this week's episode, Head Coach JB goes solo to break down hypertrophy training - what's actually worth your time, and what you can ditch. He covers the non-negotiables (training close to failure, why progressive overload isn't what you think it is, full range of motion) and the stuff that's overhyped (rep range obsession, constantly rotating exercises, chasing the pump over actual progress). Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

  • June 25 · 26 min

    How to Hybrid Train When You're Travelling

    Traveling doesn't have to mean your training falls apart. Head Coach Kieran -who spent years training across the world during his military career - shares practical strategies for staying on track when you're away from your usual gym and equipment. Whether you're on holiday, traveling for work, or just away from your usual setup - this one's for you. Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

  • June 18 · 25 min

    From Road to Trails: Everything You Need to Know

    In this week's episode, Kelly and Kieran dive into everything you need to know about making the switch from road to trail running. From training your legs for brutal descents (not just the climbs) to why hiking might be your secret weapon for ultra prep, they cover the key differences that catch most people off guard. They also get into essential safety kit, why spending time on your feet matters more than you think, and - most importantly - why trail running might just be the most fun you'll ever have in your trainers. Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

  • June 11 · 34 min

    The TRUTH About Recovery

    In this week's episode, JB sits down with Omnia's nutritionist Tom McClure to talk about something everyone trains through but not many people actually nail - recovery. And no, they're not here to sell you a cold plunge tub. If you've ever felt like you're constantly trying to rescue yourself after training rather than actually recovering - this one's for you. Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

  • June 4 · 30 min

    Training As You Get Older - What ACTUALLY Changes (And What Doesn't)

    In today's episode, Head Coach JB gets into something we all have to face eventually - training as you get older. He's 36, he's in the middle of it, and he's not here to give you watered down "just listen to your body" advice. What actually changes physiologically as you age, why most of it is driven by inactivity rather than age itself, and how to keep making real progress when life is throwing a lot more at you than it was in your 20s. Ready to train properly around real life? Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

  • May 28 · 30 min

    The Rise of Endurance Sport

    In this week's episode, Head Coach Kieran and our Social Media Manager Kelly talk about why endurance sport is exploding right now. Something shifted. And we're getting into exactly what happened - why ultras aren't what most people think, why your phone might be the real reason you need to start running, and why the 50-year-old at your local club is probably destroying you on the climbs. If you've ever thought about going longer or harder than you thought possible - this one's for you. Let's get into it. Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

  • May 21 · 29 min

    Respect the Distance: An Honest London Marathon Debrief

    In this week's episode we're breaking down the London Marathon — the good, the tough, and everything in between. We get into why race day didn't go to plan despite a solid prep, how to handle the mental side of a disappointing result, and why sometimes the sport just humbles you. We also dive into Sebastian Sarwe's insane sub-2 fueling strategy (115g of carbs per hour - yes, really 👀), the great debate around ballot places and whether people truly respect the marathon distance, and why having a proper off-season might be the most underrated training tool out there. Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

  • May 14 · 36 min

    Hybrid Training: Mass Vs Miles

    Mass moves mass. We've all heard it. In a strength setting? Largely true. But that same mass you're building to move weight? You've got to carry it over distance. Every stride. Higher impact load. Higher oxygen cost. More fatigue. The interference effect isn't just conflicting training signals - it's literally the weight you're moving through space. Me and Dr Phil went deep. Hunter-gatherer principles, cross-training and why heavier athletes need to slow down progression. Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

  • May 7 · 38 min

    The REAL Reason You're Not Making Progress - With Dr Phil

    Most people struggling to fit training in aren't short on time. They're short on focus. In this episode I sit down with Dr. Phil from The Progress Theory to talk about how distractible we've all become - and what it's actually costing you beyond just missed sessions. We also get into mass moving mass and what heavier hybrid athletes need to consider when training for endurance events. Because the generic marathon plan isn't written for someone carrying serious muscle. Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

  • April 23 · 39 min

    Energy Systems in Hybrid Training

    In this week’s episode, Fergus sits down with Dr Phil to unpack the real challenge of hybrid training: balancing strength and endurance without compromising both. From energy systems and lactate thresholds to the reality of fatigue, adaptation, and programming, this is a deep dive into what’s actually going on under the hood - and how to apply it to your training. Find out more about OMNIA's Coaching Hybrid Training Guide (100% FREE)

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