Nick Bare believes hybrid training is the path to improved body composition, longevity, and sustainability.
Nick Bare exemplifies what it means to be a hybrid athlete who trains across multiple disciplines to achieve peak performance. Hybrid athletes blend various training methods, building strength, endurance, and versatility to become highly fit and resilient. To learn more about hybrid training, check out our Comprehensive Hybrid Athlete Training Program, designed to help you master strength and endurance.
Nick Bare’s athletic achievements are nothing short of extraordinary. He runs marathons, competes in triathlons, is a professional bodybuilder, and serves as a US Army infantry officer. Beyond his athletic prowess, Bare is a successful entrepreneur who founded a multi-million dollar nutrition and supplements company from scratch. He’s also an acclaimed author and a leader in the fitness world, inspiring a growing community of athletes and enthusiasts through his educational YouTube content on health, fitness, and training.
This article dives into Nick Bare’s workout routine and nutrition strategies, offering insights into the ultimate hybrid training program that spans multiple sports disciplines.
Who Is Nick Bare?
| Full Name: Nick Bare | ||
| Weight | Height | Date of Birth |
| (88.5-93.0 kg) 205-215 lbs | (182 cm) 6’ | 08/01/1990 |
| Profession | Era | Nationality |
| Hybrid Athlete, Fitness Coach, Nutritionist | 2010s, 2020s | American |
Nick Bare is from Pennsylvania and later moved to Austin, Texas. He attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania and graduated with a degree in Nutrition in May 2013.
His road to fitness started in his early teens when he was recovering from an eating disorder that affected his health. To help with his recovery, Bare began hitting the gym and watching his diet.
“My fitness journey started as a young teen, recovering from an eating disorder and transitioning my focus to a healthier and happier me.”
— Nick Bare
He went through recovery and learned much about eating right and resistance training. This served as motivation to overcome his eating disorder and be the healthiest version of himself.
Eventually, Bare overcame his eating disorder and became fit and healthy. His years of resistance training resulted in lean, well-sculpted, and strong muscles, which gave him all the confidence he needed.
During college, Bare learned more about nutrition and studied it for his degree. He also joined the Army ROTC program and worked as an infantry officer after graduation. While in the Army, Bare graduated from three different schools: Air Assault School, Army Ranger School, and U.S. Airborne School. He also became the infantry platoon leader, working with the USA’s finest soldiers and military officers.
While in the Army, Nick Bare built his own company, Bare Performance Nutrition, because of his passion for fitness, nutrition, and health. He explained he was already preparing for life after four years with the army. “During my entire time in the military, I was building my fitness company in preparation for my transition to civilian life after my 4-year contract,” Bare said.
When he was released at the end of his contract, he immediately opened a gym and focused on building the fitness company he started while in the Army. That company is now a well-known name in the fitness industry. Bare inspires others to be like him by sharing his experiences, further growing his brand and online presence. “Today, I run my businesses out of the gym and share my life, business, and fitness journey on social media platforms,” Bare stated.
In 2018, Nick Bare signed up for his first-ever marathon. After that experience, he learned how to balance endurance and strength training. He also signed up for triathlons like IronMan, 100-mile ultramarathons, and a bodybuilding competition. Through these experiences, he realized that specialization training wasn’t an optimal approach but hybrid training.
“Hybrid athlete training is the best way to train. The reason it’s the best lies directly in the results. Improved body composition, longevity, and it’s sustainable.”
— Nick Bare
Nick Bare’s Workout Routine
Nick Bare’s workouts have changed over the years, but he commits to hitting every muscle group weekly through resistance training. He also considers cardiovascular conditioning a better part of his routine. This study shows cardiovascular exercises can improve heart rate, overall health, and quality of life (1).
He works out six days a week, doing cardio exercises in the morning and strength training in the evenings. When strength training, he uses the heaviest weights he can lift. Also, before he starts his training, he has a pre-workout shake. A study shows that pre-workouts before exercise can help delay fatigue and enhance exercise performance (2).
Leg Workout
| Exercises | Sets | Reps |
| Leg Extensions | 4 | 12 |
| Hamstring Curls | 4 | 10 |
| Back Squats | 3 | 5 |
| Hack Squats | 4 | 8 |
| Dumbbell Romanian Deadlifts | 4 | 10 |
Core Workout
| Exercises | Sets | Reps |
| Hanging Leg Raises | 4 | 15-20 |
| Cable Crunches | 4 | 15-20 |
| The Glute-Ham Developer Sit-Ups | 4 | 15-20 |
| Obliques V-Ups | 4 | 15 on each side |
Arms & Shoulders Workout
| Exercises | Sets | Reps |
| Push Ups | 4 | 25 |
| Pull Ups | 4 | 10 |
| Barbell Curls | 4 | 8 |
| Triceps Pushdowns | 4 | 12 |
| Preacher Curls | 4 | 10 |
| Triceps Dips | 4 | 10 |
| Hammer Curls | 4 | 10 |
| Triceps Extensions | 4 | 12 |
Back Workout
| Exercises | Sets | Reps |
| Pull Ups | 4 | AMRAP |
| Deadlifts | 3 | 5 |
| Lat Pulldowns | 4 | 8 |
| Pendlay Rows | 4 | 12 |
| Low Rows | 4 | 10 |
| Dumbbell Rows | 4 | 10 |
Chest Workout
Before starting his chest workouts, he does three cardio sets using a Concept2 bike. He also does light resistance band stretches and performs internal and external rotations with a light dumbbell.
| Exercises | Sets | Reps |
| Bench Presses | 4 | 8 |
| Incline Dumbbell Presses | 4 | 5 |
| Superset — Seated Cable Flys & Push Ups (60-90 seconds rest in between) | 4 | 8 |
| 4 | AMRAP | |
| Bodyweight Dips | 4 | 10 |
Long Runs
“I love doing my long runs on the weekends right when I wake up. It‘s like one of my favorite things to do.”
Rest & Recovery
After an intense week of workouts, Nick Bare rests his muscles so they can recover in preparation for the following week.
Workout Notes
Nick Bare structures his workouts into two sections daily. He does morning runs and strength training in the evening to work different muscle groups. Bare trains six days a week and uses the last day to rest and recovery.
For his resistance training, he typically does four sets with eight to twelve reps while using the heaviest weight he can lift. Before starting his major exercises, he does a lot of light weightlifting, and resistance band stretches to warm up and get his blood flowing.
Nutrition
Nick Bare’s approach to nutrition involves eating foods rich in protein, carbohydrates, healthy fats, and other essential nutrients. He also likes supplements, especially those that add essential nutrients to his diet. Some of his supplements include BCAAs, protein shakes, and pre-workouts.
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References
- Nystoriak, M. A., & Bhatnagar, A. (2018). Cardiovascular Effects and Benefits of Exercise. Frontiers in cardiovascular medicine, 5, 135. https://doi.org/10.3389/fcvm.2018.00135
- Kaczka, P., Batra, A., Kubicka, K., Maciejczyk, M., Rzeszutko-Bełzowska, A., Pezdan-Śliż, I., Michałowska-Sawczyn, M., Przydział, M., Płonka, A., Cięszczyk, P., Humińska-Lisowska, K., & Zając, T. (2020). Effects of Pre-Workout Multi-Ingredient Supplement on Anaerobic Performance: Randomized Double-Blind Crossover Study. International journal of environmental research and public health, 17(21), 8262. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17218262
