On this solo episode of Pac Talk, Pieter Vodden dives deep into the reality of sacrifice in fitness. What does it take to be great at one discipline—and what do you give up along the way? From bodybuilding to Hyrox, half marathons, endurance hikes, and strength training, Piet shares how he balances competing priorities while still preserving muscle, family time, and long-term health.

At 47, Piet has learned that the real key isn’t chasing perfection in one lane but building general physical preparedness (GPP)—a foundation of muscle, conditioning, and mobility that serves you for life. He covers:

• The trade-offs between specialization vs. hybrid training
• How sacrifice plays into bodybuilding, endurance sports, and CrossFit
• Why muscle, VO₂ max, and mobility are essential for longevity after 40
• How sleep, nutrition, recovery, and hydration impact performance
• The mindset shift of training to be “good at many things” rather than “great at one”

Whether you’re chasing a marathon PR, training for Hyrox, or just trying to stay strong and healthy as you age, this episode will help you define what’s worth sacrificing—and what isn’t.

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