Decoding HYROX

HYROX has been garnering attention for its effective combination of running and functional endurance training

- Bindu Gopal Rao

If you are looking to up the ante as far as your fitness is concerned, check out HYROX, a set of eight workouts that is bound to challenge you in more ways than one. Starting in 2017, HYROX has been expanding rapidly across Europe and the US, gaining popularity very quickly. The events bring the participants together as it celebrates all levels of fitness. The atmosphere is known to be fun and allows competitors to reach their potential while enjoying camaraderie with other athletes.

HYROX specific preparation requires mental resilience as training combines both aerobic and strength elements performed in a timed sequence. Before embarking on a HYROX training regimen, participants should consider a few basic things. It is a good idea to have a complete physical assessment to ensure that your health is good enough for strenuous physically intensive activities. Develop a structured training plan which has a running and strength training phase tailored to the specific demands of the race. Pay attention to mobility and preventive exercises to be able to mitigate the chances of being injured during training and competition. Learn how to pace in any race including the transition from running to workouts.