As 2024 wraps up, the RMR Training Podcast squad—Rich Ryan, Meg Jacoby, and Ryan Kent—reflect on the highs, lows, and lessons learned over the past year. From racing strategies and training adjustments to personal growth and community-building, we’re diving into what worked, what didn’t, and what...
The 2024 HYROX season was a rollercoaster for me. I competed in three Elite 15 Majors and qualified for the World Championships. While that might sound like a successful season on paper, my results were all over the place, leaving me questioning my approach. Reflecting on the year, I pinpointed five key training strategies I used—some worked wonders, while others fell flat. In this post, I’ll share what I learned, the methods I’ll keep, and the ones I’m ditching for good. Stick around until the
Finishing strong in a HYROX race isn’t easy, but with the right strategy, you can crush it every time. In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan and Meg Jacoby dig into the back half of the race—the burpee broad jumps, rowing, farmers carries, lunges, and wall balls. These are the st...
The sled push: it’s the ultimate make-or-break moment in any HYROX race. Get it right, and you’ll save valuable minutes. Get it wrong, and you could blow up your entire race. Trust me, I’ve been there more times than I’d like to admit. But here’s the thing—you can master the sled push. With the right training, technique, and strategy, you’ll crush this station and keep your momentum strong for the rest of the race. Hi, I’m Rich Ryan, two-time Elite 15 World Championship qualifier and proud mem
In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Meg Jacoby opens up about the challenges of navigating life as a professional HYROX athlete. From battling a significant back injury to undergoing surgery and embarking on a rigorous recovery journey, Meg shares her raw and honest story of resilience.
In this episode, Rich is joined by RoxOpt CEO and Founder Jon Holman. Rich explains how this product will improve performance, and then Jon talks about RoxOpt's genesis and plans for the future.
I’m pulling back the curtain on my final prep workout for HYROX. I’m not just talking about what I did, but why I did it this way, what I was trying to achieve, and how you can use this approach to give yourself an edge on race day. HYROX is a beast of a race, and the final stretch before an event is all about dialing in strategy, understanding your limits, and managing your energy. If you’re getting ready to tackle HYROX or any similar high-intensity race, keep reading—you’ll want to hear this!
In this episode, Rich and Ryan discuss the HYROX race in Dallas. Rich recaps his second-place finish in 58:19, and Ryan opens up about his mental battles over the past several months.
In the world of high-performance sports like HYROX, the difference between a good performance and a great one often comes down to the fine details of your nutrition, supplement for HYROX, and recovery. I had the opportunity to sit down with Benjamin Burkhardt, CEO and founder of ESN Supplements, to explore how these elements can maximize performance. Benny has transformed my approach to fueling and recovery, and today, we’re sharing his expert tips on how to stay race-ready and perform at your b
When people talk about running, especially in endurance events like HYROX, we often focus on speed. But here’s the truth: speed alone isn’t enough to get you where you want to be. Sure, it’s great to be fast, but in races where fatigue sets in and competition is fierce, it’s your strength as a runner—what I like to call “stay power”—that separates the winners from the pack. Stay power is the ability to persevere when your body is screaming at you to stop, when every muscle feels heavy, and your
In this episode, Rich goes solo to talk about some mistakes to avoid while completing your stations during HYROX. He covers the functional aspect of the stations and the pacing pitfalls many athletes fall into.
In this episode, Meg and Rich talk about what advice they would tell their old selves before their first HYROX race. Topics include lap counting, nutrition, warm-up, and race strategy.
