The Journal

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Shorts or Leggings for Race Day? A Women's Fit Guide
Shorts or leggings for a hybrid race, which sports bra cut keeps straps clear overhead, and the one rule that matters more than either. Flat measurements included. Read more...
Woman transitions from an outdoor run to a strength session in a dark gym.
What to Wear for a Run-to-Lift Workout
A practical clothing guide for sessions that combine running and strength work, with a five-movement kit check and verified RLR product comparisons. Read more...
Athlete wearing white RLR Longline Training Shorts while carrying kettlebells in a dark gym
How Long Should Hybrid Training Shorts Be?
A practical guide to choosing training-shorts inseam length for running, lifting, conditioning, and mixed-mode workouts. Read more...
Overhead hybrid training gym bag checklist with duffle, apparel, shoes, socks, water bottle, towel, band, phone, and notebook
What to Pack in a Gym Bag for Hybrid Training
A practical 10-item gym-bag checklist for hybrid training, with a simple three-zone packing system and a five-minute post-session reset. Read more...
Athlete wearing the black Run Lift Race Training Tee in a dark functional training gym
What to Wear to Your First Functional Fitness Class
A practical first-class checklist covering tops, bottoms, shoes, layers, accessories, what to bring, and a five-minute outfit test. Read more...
Running shoes, stopwatch, kettlebell, training top, water bottle, and an eight-week planning grid
Hybrid Race Training Plan for Beginners: An 8-Week Framework
A flexible eight-week framework for first-time hybrid fitness events, with effort cues, recovery guidance, transition practice, and a race-week checklist. Read more...
Athlete running through an indoor hybrid fitness course with strength stations
What Is Hybrid Racing? A Practical First-Timer's Guide
A clear introduction to hybrid racing: how formats vary, what first-timers can expect, how to prepare, and what to check before event day. Read more...
Athlete preparing for a hybrid fitness event in a dark training space
What to Wear for Your First Hybrid Race: A Practical Checklist
A practical checklist for choosing, testing, and packing apparel, footwear, and layers for a first hybrid fitness event. Read more...