Welcome back to another episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast! Today, we have the privilege of diving deep into the realms of strength training, cardio, and hybrid fitness with the one and only Bryan Boorstein. Bryan, a seasoned coach and trainer, shares his fascinating insights from over 27 years in the fitness industry and as co-founder of Paragon Training Methods and founder of Evolved Training Systems. In this episode, we explore some eye-opening topics, including the surprising fact that maintaining muscle mass doesn’t require high training volumes and how nutrition can dramatically influence weight gain and loss. We also delve into Ross Edgley’s incredible feat of swimming for 186 days straight and the surprising results on his body composition. Bryan discusses his unique arm training experiment and sheds light on the contentious reliability of DEXA scans for body composition analysis. We examine the value of nasal breathing in cardio training and its benefits for stress reduction, as well as the potential pitfalls of mouth breathing. Additionally, Bryan talks about his shift from high-intensity CrossFit training to a more balanced hybrid approach involving cardio and strength training, and the mental and physical benefits he’s experienced along the way. So, sit back, relax, and get ready for an episode packed with expert advice, inspiring stories, and a wealth of practical tips for optimizing your fitness journey. Let's dive in! Timestamp Overview: 00:00 Discovered old-school, effective training routines; majoring exercise physiology. 03:18 Sold gym, started Evolve Training Systems, successful. 09:36 Bodybuilding is slower, efficient; CrossFit exhausting. 10:26 Adjusting from intensity to aesthetics is challenging. 15:58 Cardio benefits mentally and motivates training again. 17:02 Balancing cardio and lifting without conflict. 21:35 Finding personalized training intensity is crucial. 25:43 Intervals: 10-20 minutes, zone 3-4, short rests. 29:40 Elevate heart rate safely for health benefits. 31:00 Uncertain about muscle loss due to cardio. 34:01 Nasal breathing filters air, improves breathing efficiency. 39:59 Right arm grew unexpectedly, equalized arms' strength. 44:00 Recent DEXA recalibration affects body fat readings. 46:29 Grateful for insightful hybrid training discussion. Follow Bryan Boorstein: Instagram: @bryanboorstein https://www.instagram.com/bryanboorstein/ Website: https://evolvedtrainingsystems.com/ Episode Availability: Listen to this engaging episode with Bryan Boorstein on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and directly on our website. Connect with Us: Visit our website at https://nutritioncoachingandlife.com/ for more information about the podcast and to access our archive of episodes. Connect with us on social media @nutritioncoachingandlife for the latest updates and to join the conversation. Remember to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoyed the episode. Your support helps us bring more content like this to you. Join us next time on the Nutrition and Life podcast for another dose of knowledge to help you optimize your health and lifestyle!