Embracing the Next Evolution of Functional Fitness – Synergy Strength Becomes an Official HYROX Affiliate
Chad Benko Chad Benko

Embracing the Next Evolution of Functional Fitness – Synergy Strength Becomes an Official HYROX Affiliate

Since our founding, Synergy Strength has been at the forefront of the functional fitness movement in Saskatoon. We were proud to be the first CrossFit affiliate in our city, and from those early days, we’ve remained dedicated to delivering world-class programming rooted in functional movement, community, and measurable progress.

Now, we’re excited to announce the next step in that journey: Synergy Strength is officially a HYROX affiliate.

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Aerobic Capacity vs. Aerobic Power: Understanding the Difference and How to Train Each Effectively
Chad Benko Chad Benko

Aerobic Capacity vs. Aerobic Power: Understanding the Difference and How to Train Each Effectively

In the world of fitness, endurance sports, and hybrid competitions like functional fitness races, two terms often get thrown around when we talk about "cardio": aerobic capacity and aerobic power.

While they’re both part of the aerobic energy system, they’re not the same thing—and understanding the distinction is crucial for athletes and coaches who want to train smarter, not just harder.

This article will break down what the aerobic system is, define the differences between capacity and power, and provide sample workouts and time domains to help you program and train more effectively.

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