Q and A with Rich Ryan
Q and A with Rich Ryan
Easy Days & Hard Sessions: How to Train Smarter
Trenton ·March 10, 2025 · 1 min read
In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Ryan Kent and Meg Jacoby get real about Hyrox training—separating quality coaching from misleading influencer advice. They cover:
✅ How to spot real coaches vs. fitness marketers
✅ Why more intensity isn’t always the answer
✅ The importance of balancing hard and easy training days
✅ Understanding Zone 3 training and whether it’s beneficial
✅ The right pace for machine-based Zone 2 work
💡 Whether you're a beginner or elite athlete, these training insights will help you maximize results and avoid common mistakes.
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📌 Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro & Podcast Sponsors
03:15 - The Difference Between Coaches & Influencers
12:40 - Why Faster Isn’t Always Better in Training
20:55 - How Many Easy Days Between Hard Sessions?
30:10 - Zone 3 Training: Is It Helping or Hurting?
42:35 - Machine Zone 2 Pacing Explained
50:20 - Closing Thoughts & Upcoming Events
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