Todays episode is all about Arwin Nidea - an OCR + Hybrid Athlete who is battling end stage kidney disease. Arwin is the definition of never give up and always shows up to races with energy, encouragement and good vibes. I speak to Armando who is helping out with an epic event called “Run For Life” which is a 100km run that Arwin will be embarking on to raise funds and awareness for organ donation and his journey. If you would like to join Arwin on his run or donate, support please follow the links down below for further information. DONATE TO ARWIN’S GOFUNDME HERE FOLLOW ARWIN HEREFOLLOW RUN FOR LIFE EVENT PAGE HERE

In todays episode I was joined by Megan Garlapow, who is an incredible athlete, mother and has a PHD!! Our topic of conversation today was all about fairness in competition. From navigating poor judging decisions, to conflicts of interest and everything in between. We not only discuss these grievances but also dive into processes that can assist both athletes and competition organisers in navigating a fairer experience in competition. We also hope this episode empowers athletes to be more confident in standing up for themselves in competition. LINKS + SOCIALSFOLLOW Meg @drhoneymuscleGet the Best Sleep ⁠⁠Here ⁠⁠The BEST ⁠⁠Gym Bag! ⁠FOLLOW Monique⁠⁠⁠⁠ @moniquemccreanor⁠⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW Strong Runner Lifting Club ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@strongrunnerliftingclub⁠⁠⁠⁠Key Words: Hybrid Fitness, Competition, Prize Money, Judging, volunteer, HYROX

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In todays episode I recap my experience at the 2025 Battle Bunker HYBRICON Games! A 3 day Hybrid Fitness Competition (this year held in Hurricane West Virginia) testing strength, speed, endurance and other skills like combat, archery, paintball and so much more! I am excited to share with you the highs, the lows and everything in between so sit back relax and enjoy. LINKS + SOCIALSMonique⁠⁠ @moniquemccreanor⁠⁠Get my Favourite Tactical Bag HEREFOLLOW Strong Runner Lifting Club ⁠⁠⁠@strongrunnerliftingclub⁠⁠

In todays episode I talk to the incredible Wendy Green, who is a mum of 4 and a hybrid athlete. Wendy Dives deep into how she overcame the challenges of motherhood and how she found herself again through fitness and competing in events such as Spartan and Rally in the Valley. LINKS + SOCIALSWendy @happy_healthy_mommyoffour Monique⁠ @moniquemccreanor⁠Get my Favourite Tactical Bag HereFOLLOW Strong Runner Lifting Club ⁠⁠@strongrunnerliftingclub⁠

In todays episode, Delaney shares her inspiring journey into hybrid fitness, detailing her transition from a corporate job to becoming a mother of twin boys to becoming a competitive athlete! We dive into the challenges she has faced along the way in competition and life. Delaney also discusses her aspirations for the future, including her goals in HYROX and hybrid racing, as well as her approach to social media and sponsorships and so much more! LINKS + SOCIALSDelaney ⁠@HybridTwinmammaMonique @moniquemccreanorFOLLOW Strong Runner Lifting Club ⁠@strongrunnerliftingclub

Hey team! I just came back from competing in West Virginia USA for Rally in the Valley 2025. This is the ultimate 3 day fitness event with some of the worlds best hybrid athletes and trust me - it was worth the travel from Australia. We had night time trail running, heavy weight lifting, survival skills, shooting, dive retrievals in a wave pool and so much more! This has been an event on my vision board for quite some time and I am really excited to share my experience at this event.  Let’s get into the nitty gritty!LINKS + SOCIALSFOLLOW Rally in the Valley on instagram @RallywestvirginiaFOLLOW @PullinswoodworksFOLLOW Strong Runner Lifting Club @strongrunnerliftingclub

Todays episode is a short and sweet solo episode! I share my personal thoughts on the sled fiasco at HYROX World Championships and how to mitigate that. I also talk about a couple of the new rules for the 2025/2026 season, that have piqued my interest and I think they will impact my personal races coming up......LINKS + SOCIALS:FOLLOW ⁠⁠⁠⁠@moniquemccreanor⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram + Tik Tok FOLLOW ⁠⁠@strongrunnerlifitngclub⁠⁠Watch Hybrid Fitness Media's Podcast Sled Deep Dive HERE

In this episode, I sit down with sports dietitian Mal to talk all things nutrition, fat loss, and fueling performance—without obsessing over food tracking. We dive into practical nutrition strategies for the everyday and competitive athletes , as well as how to know when it’s time to stop a fat loss phase, and simple ways to make meal prep easier. Mal also shares her experience as a figure skater, strength and conditioning coach, and performance dietitian, giving unique insights into balancing training, nutrition, and other aspects of life. Whether you're an athlete or just someone looking for sustainable nutrition tips, this episode is packed with gold! 🎙🔥FOLLOW MAL⁠⁠ @flourishwithmal + @sc.coachmalTRUE GRIT AUSTRALIA 10% OFF CODE: ⁠⁠⁠MCCREANOR 10⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolution Gear 10% OFF CODE: - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MCCREANOR10 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW ⁠⁠⁠@moniquemccreanor⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW ⁠@strongrunnerlifitngclub⁠

This is part 2 of our conversation with Sara Eldridge! If you missed part one listen here -  Sara (A.K.A SEZ) is a a powerhouse athlete who has made waves in her first year of competing in Strongman. Sez also competes in Powerlifting, and CrossFit and has achieved some incredible feats. Sez opens up about her journey through the highs and lows of entering the fitness industry as a coach and an athlete and shares her experiences battling toxic diet culture. We delve into her inspiring story of resilience and the strategies she’s developed to fuel her body and mind for success. Sara also gives us an inside look at how she balances the demanding schedule of shift work while staying at the top of her game as an athlete. Whether you're an athlete, fitness enthusiast, or someone navigating your own health and wellness journey, this conversation is sure to give you a laugh alongside some honesty, and inspiration. This is Part 1 of a two-part series you won’t want to miss! FOLLOW ⁠⁠Sara ⁠ TRUE GRIT AUSTRALIA 10% OFF -⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠MCCREANOR 10⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Evolution Gear 10% OFF - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MCCREANOR10 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW ⁠⁠⁠@moniquemccreanor⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW ⁠@strongrunnerlifitngclub⁠ TRAIN WITH ME! 7 DAY FREE TRIAL ⁠HERE ⁠