Side Stitches in Runners: What ETAP Is, Why It Happens, and How to Fix It
Side stitches are common in runners, but usually manageable. Learn what ETAP is, why it happens, how to stop it mid-run, and how to prevent it.
Side Stitches in Runners: What ETAP Is, Why It Happens, and How to Fix It
Side stitches are common in runners, but usually manageable. Learn what ETAP is, why it happens, how to stop it mid-run, and how to prevent it.
VO2 Max vs Lactate Threshold vs Aerobic Capacity for HYROX Athletes
VO2 max, lactate threshold, and aerobic capacity are related, but they are not the same. The best HYROX athletes need all three: the ceiling, the turning point, and the engine.
XENOM vs HYROX: Decathlon of Fitness, CrossFit 2.0, or the Next Hybrid Sport?
XENOM vs HYROX: compare events, scoring, athlete demands, and the debate over whether XENOM is CrossFit 2.0 or a new hybrid sport.
Compromised Running for HYROX: How to Run Fast Under Fatigue
Learn how to train compromised running for HYROX: pacing, station-to-run transitions, mechanics, workouts, programming, and race-day execution so you can run strong under fatigue.
HYROX Pacing Strategies: How to Master Race Flow and Finish Strong
HYROX pacing is not just running speed. It is the way you manage effort, breathing, stations, transitions, and decision-making across the whole race.
Controlling Core Temperature: The Missing Link for Athletic Performance -Part 2
Athletic performance is often discussed through the lens of training volume, strength, nutrition, and recovery. But one variable deserves more attention: thermoregulation. Core temperature management can influence cardiovascular strain, perceived exertion, endurance, decision-making, hydration needs, recovery, and safety - especially in hybrid racing, endurance training, and high-intensity functional fitness. I updated our Warrior Performance Lab article to explain how athletes and coaches can think more strategically about heat, cold, cooling, hydration, pacing, and heat adaptation. The goal is not to turn heat exposure into a toughness contest. The goal is better preparation, better monitoring, and smarter performance.
Not a Runner? You Can Still Crush HYROX
You do not need to be a runner to start HYROX. Learn how to build the engine, walk-jog strategy, strength endurance, and compromised running skill.
Dehydration Is Not Just a Performance Problem
Dehydration in HYROX isn't just about reduced performance—it also impacts decision-making, pacing control, recovery, and overall system function under fatigue. The article argues that hydration should be treated as a core physiological and strategic factor, not just a race-day concern, to maintain both performance and resilience.
HYROX® Team Relay (Open): How to Split Legs (Men, Women, Mixed)
A complete guide to HYROX Team Relay: rules that matter, split templates for Men/Women/Mixed, Transition Zone strategy, Wall Ball procedure, and race-day checklist.
HYROX Doubles Guide: Rules, Strategy & Training
Everything you need for HYROX Doubles: divisions, rules, penalties, station split strategy, pacing, partner comms, and training tips.
HYROX vs CrossFit: What Is the Difference in Workouts and Training?
HYROX and CrossFit both test strength and engine, but they train different skills. Compare workouts, race demands, pacing, running, and programming.
The HYROX PFT: What It Is, Why It Exists, How To Compete, and How To Prepare
The HYROX Physical Fitness Test (PFT) is a standardized benchmark workout designed to assess an athlete's current hybrid fitness, introduce them to race demands, and guide appropriate division selection. Here we look at the structure, purpose, and strategy behind the PFT, and how to approach it as both a performance test and a tool for smarter HYROX preparation.
How to Find Your Real Zone 2 for HYROX
Find your real Zone 2 for HYROX using the HR drift test, breathing cues, and a simple 7‑day protocol—so your aerobic work stops becoming “grey zone” grind.
Strava vs Runna: Which App Actually Fits HYROX® & Hybrid Athletes?
Compare Strava vs Runna through a hybrid lens and see how HYROX® and hybrid athletes can use both apps alongside strength work and station‑specific training.
HYROX® Race Shoe Matrix: How to Choose the Perfect Shoe for Your Strength–Speed Profile
This guide breaks down HYROX® race shoe selection from a performance and equipment perspective, with a focus on the Puma HYROX® lineup and how it compares to other top hybrid shoes.
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.
The Secret Weapon for Faster HYROX: Build the Aerobic Engine That Holds Pace
Zone 2 training helps HYROX athletes build aerobic durability, recover faster between stations and hold pace under fatigue. Learn how to program it.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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