How to Improve Your HYROX Sled Pull (Even If You Don't Have a Sled)
In HYROX®, the sled pull is a perfect storm of physics, unfamiliar mechanics and brutal local fatigue. It's also one of the easiest stations to fix with the right training, even if your gym doesn't own a sled.
HYROX® Stations: Anatomy, Neuromuscular Demands, and Coaching Applications
This article translates the anatomy and exercise physiology of each HYROX® station—running, SkiErg, sled push, sled pull, burpee broad jump, rowing, farmer's carry, sandbag lunges, and wall balls—into practical, coach-friendly insights.
Training Variables in HYROX® and DEKA
Before we design training, we need a clear picture of what the races actually demand from the body. Hybrid racing blends continuous cardiovascular stress with intermittent high-force muscular work. HYROX® and DEKA share this hybrid profile, but differ in duration and structure.
How to Train for DEKA vs HYROX®
DEKA vs HYROX® Part 2: how to train for each event, key variables like volume, intensity, pacing, and recovery, plus coach-built ideas for hybrid workouts and programming.
DEKA vs HYROX®: Two Popular Hybrid Fitness Racing
Compare DEKA and HYROX® side by side—race format, stations, time domains, and training demands—so hybrid athletes can choose the event that fits their goals.
HYROX® 8 Stations – Walkthrough Guide
Master all 8 HYROX® stations with race-pace form cues, clean transitions, and Roxzone strategy. Get quick setup checks, common faults to avoid, and a sample training session for every station.
LT Games: The New Hybrid Fitness Challenge
Life Time's LT Games explained: 17-station hybrid workout, how scoring works, key differences vs HYROX®, and how recreational athletes can prep in 6–12 weeks.
Side Stitches (ETAP): One of the most common but easy to fix issues for runners
Side stitches can derail a run or compromise your pace mid-workout. They're extremely common in runners and in any sport with repeated trunk motion in an upright posture. But they're easy to fix!
HYROX Training: Endurance, Power & Strength‑Endurance
Ever hit the sled push perfectly…and then feel your legs turn to jelly two laps later? You're not alone! HYROX asks you to run strong and move loads efficiently and finish fast. As a coach, I see athletes thrive when they build all three pillars together which are endurance, power, and strength‑endurance without letting one steal gains from the others.
HYROX Ticket Policy US 2025/26
HYROX US 2025/26 — Ticket Policy Cheat Sheet, a quick reference for athletes & supporters.
Not a Runner? You Can Still Crush HYROX
One of the biggest myths about HYROX is “I'm not a runner, so it's not for me”. If that's what's holding you back, it's time to reframe what HYROX is and what types of athlete it's for!
HYROX vs CrossFit: What's the Difference in Workouts?
Most athletes think that CrossFit workouts would be enough for getting ready for HYROX Race. That's not entirely true! The structure, goals, and energy systems they emphasize are very different. Let's break it down...
HYROX Pacing Strategies, and How to Master the Race Flow
You may have heard about pacing many times from coaches, social media basically everywhere. And understanding your pacing you can help you hit your personal best! But what does pacing really mean in HYROX?
Controlling Core Temperature — The Missing Link for Athletic Performance
A critical factor in reaching peak performance is the ability to regulate core temperature. Whether training in extreme heat, competing in frigid conditions, or maintaining optimal body function during intense workouts, understanding and managing core temperature is essential for athletic success.
Compromised Running
If you've ever done a hard set of sled pushes and then tried to run right after, you know it's not the same as heading out for a jog on fresh legs. That shaky, burning, heavy-leg feeling? That's compromised running — and mastering it is one of the most important things you can do to improve your HYROX performance.
EMOM for Grip, Pace, and Power
Every Minute on the Minute (EMOM) workouts are far more than just a conditioning tool. They are best for building strategic pacing, resilient grip, and reliable explosive power and have become a staple in functional fitness programming.
The Secret Weapon for Faster HYROX
If your HYROX training is all about high-intensity intervals, sleds, and wall balls then you're missing one of the most underrated yet powerful tools for peak performance: Zone 2 cardio.
HYROX Sports Supplements
In the world of high-performance sport and hybrid events like HYROX, athletes are constantly looking for an edge and that often includes sports supplements. With dozens of brands making bold claims, how do you know what's worth it, what's safe, and what actually works under race-day pressure?
Finding Motivation
You don't want to train today? Maybe you're missing your greatest opportunities?
New HYROX Running Study Reveals How Pacing and Fatigue Impact Performance
A recent scientific study on HYROX demonstrated how athletes pace the runs, how fatigue builds up, and what separates the top performers from the rest. The findings give valuable insights for athletes and coaches on optimizing training and race strategy for better HYROX performance.
What The Science Says About HYROX
If you've ever wondered how hard HYROX really is — or what makes someone perform well in it — the first scientific study on HYROX has the answers.
Top 10 Exercises to Improve Your HYROX Time
If you're serious about the cutting time off your HYROX finish and building better race-day performance, your training needs to go beyond basic lifts and casual cardio. These 10 exercises will directly translate to stronger, faster performance on race day.
Popular Fuel for HYROX Athletes
You probably heard before but Sour Patch Watermelon candies are surprisingly popular in the endurance and hybrid training world including HYROX, CrossFit, and marathon communities — for a few science-backed and practical reasons...
HYROX 101: Everything You Need to Know About the World's Leading Fitness Race
What is HYROX, how does a race work, categories, divisions, rules, what to expect and everything else that you need to know!
