
The Ultimate HYROX Draft: Best Training Equipment, Running Shoes & Race Essentials
What are the best tools, gear, and strategies for HYROX training and racing?
Trenton ·June 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Rich Ryan, Meg Jacoby, and Ryan Kent talk HYROX World Championships prep, Meg’s return from injury, the importance of recovery, New York HYROX takeaways, and what to expect in Stockholm.
00:24 — Meg Jacoby announces she’s racing HYROX Mixed Doubles at Worlds.
06:45 — Ryan Kent explains why he took real rest after a long season.
10:14 — The squad talks about why athletes don’t lose fitness after one week off.
23:51 — Meg shares her slow return-to-running progression after injury.
48:24 — Rich breaks down HYROX Worlds race strategy and predictions.
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