Unpacking Hybrid Fitness: Inside Body Burn’s Training Ethos

Fitness Racing Podcast
Written By Jason Curtis

In this episode, we sit down with Mark Lammas from Body Burn Fitness in Halesowen — one of the very first Deadly Dozen affiliate gyms — to unpack what it really takes to build a thriving hybrid fitness community. From early Hyrox experiments to going all-in on functional fitness racing, Mark shares how hybrid training reshaped his gym, coaching philosophy, and results.

We explore:

  • Why hybrid training is about more than racing

  • How conjugate strength training builds elite performance

  • Balancing Deka, Hyrox, and Deadly Dozen in one program

  • Creating a real community and training with intention

  • The long game of programming, pace, and passion

Whether you’re a gym owner, coach, or competitor, this episode offers actionable insight into training smarter, building better athletes, and staying fired up for the long haul.

Jason Curtis

Jason Curtis is a leading strength and conditioning coach, former British Army physical training instructor, and bestselling author of numerous books on health, fitness, and sports performance. Based in the UK, he owns and operates a thriving gym, 5S Fitness, where he coaches athletes from all walks of life.

Jason is the founder of The SCC Academy, which has educated and certified over 35,000 fitness professionals and enthusiasts around the world. He also co-founded the CSPC, a specialist organisation dedicated to advancing the skills of combat sports coaches and athletes.

In the world of competitive fitness, Jason is best known as the founder of the Deadly Dozen—a global phenomenon that has redefined fitness racing, with hundreds of events hosted across multiple countries.

https://www.jasoncurtis.org
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