Understanding exactly how to best to train for HYROX can be overwhelming. On the positive side, we know the requirements of the event so understand exactly what we are training for. On the other hand, the sport places a range of demands on the body, and so a range...
I was inspired to write this article shortly after competing at HYROX London in May 2022. Having previously entered 2 HYROX competitions, I felt I had a pretty good idea of what to expect from all elements of the race. I’d trained hard for the event in London and, in...
HYROX Frankfurt on Saturday (23/4/22) saw some incredible performances, including a new potentially controversial World Record (more on that below). Frankfurt – often termed “Bankfurt” or “Mainhatten” – is known for the skyline of its impressive business district (the...
Choosing the right footwear for HYROX matters because your shoes need to handle both 8km of running and eight functional workout stations. I’ve raced HYROX in several different shoes, and through Rox Lyfe and my commentary work I’ve also spoken directly with many of...
As I write this, in April 2022, Hunter McIntyre has just broken the HYROX world record in an incredible time of 55mins 09secs (update – he has since beaten that – you can see the list of up to date HYROX World Records here). After picking my jaw up off the...