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Owning the Mental Game: How to Prepare for a Championship-Level HYROX Race
[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1080"] Meg Jacoby [https://ghost-production-de37.up.railway.app/caption] When it comes to preparing for a big HYROX race—whether it’s Worlds, a national qualifier, or just a high-stakes event you’ve circled on the calendar—it’s easy to focus on the obvious: mileage, split times, sled pushes, wall balls. But here’s the truth no one wants to admit until it’s almost too late: when everyone is fit, it’s your mental game that separates a good performance from
Hyrox Multiple races in one block
In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan and crew dive deep into the highs and lows of HYROX racing. They discuss how to train for multiple races in a single block, break down their world-record setting Pro Doubles race, and share hard-earned strategies for performance and recovery.
Why Threshold Training Should Be the Backbone of Your HYROX Prep
If you’re not doing threshold work in your Hyrox prep, you’re simply getting left behind. The endurance world has long embraced the power of threshold training, and as Hyrox continues to assert itself as a high-endurance sport, it’s clear these principles apply here just as well—if not more. By integrating proven threshold training strategies into your Hyrox programming, you’ll see faster times, better pacing, and far greater fatigue resistance. In this article, I’ll break down what threshold
World Record in Pro Doubles Hyrox! Full Miami Recap + Strategy Breakdown
We broke the Pro Doubles World Record in Miami 🏆 and I’m breaking down the entire race: our strategy, pacing, mindset, and what this means for singles racing. If you’re running Hyrox doubles or aiming for Elite 15, this episode is a deep dive into how to think and train like a pro team.
How to Improve Your Wall Ball Training for HYROX & Hybrid Racing
[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="4240"] HYROX Wall Balls Training [https://ghost-production-de37.up.railway.app/caption] Wall balls are often the final hurdle in a HYROX race—and they can make or break your finish time. After pushing sleds, rowing, skiing, and burpees, your legs are cooked and your lungs are screaming. But there’s still one last test: 100 wall balls at race weight. If you’ve ever been there, you know exactly how soul-crushing that station can be. The good news? You
How to Pace Your Hyrox Race
In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich and Kent dive deep into Hyrox pacing strategy — when to push, when to hold back, and how to avoid the classic mistake of going out too hard. Whether you’re a first-timer or looking to shave minutes off your time, this one’s packed with actionable ...
Crush Your Next Hyrox Race: A 10-Week Strength Training Plan for Maximum Performance
If you're preparing for your next Hyrox event—or aiming for a podium at the World Championships—there’s one thing you can’t overlook: structured strength training. Hyrox is the ultimate hybrid test, combining endurance with raw power, and success demands more than just running. In this guide, I’ll walk you through my proven 10-week Hyrox strength training plan designed to boost performance, prevent injury, and build a race-ready body. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned hybrid athlete, thi
Meg's Return to competition, Z2 Machine Training & Post HYROX plans
In this episode, the RMR squad — Rich Ryan, Ryan Kent, and Meg Jacoby — dive into a mix of training tips, their experiences at the ESN Games, and insights into building strength and endurance. From discussing the benefits of zone two training on machines to Meg’s victorious performance at the ESN...
Why You’re Stuck & How to Build Back Better HYROX Results
In the world of HYROX and hybrid racing, progress isn’t always linear. One day, you’re hitting new personal bests, and the next, you feel stuck—struggling to improve your speed, endurance, or recovery. If you’ve hit a plateau in your HYROX training, it’s time to shift your mindset, lifestyle, and training approach. Success isn’t just about grinding harder—it’s about training smarter. In this guide, we’ll break down: ✅ Why mental resilience is key to overcoming training plateaus ✅ How sleep, n
Why You’re Stuck & How to Build Back Better HYROX Results - Listener Q&A
Rich Ryan is flying solo on this one and diving deep into a stack of HYROX training questions straight from the community.
What’s Working (And What’s Not) in HYROX Training Right Now
If you’ve been in the HYROX game for a while, you know it’s a constant battle of fine-tuning what works, ditching what doesn’t, and figuring out how to suffer just a little bit more efficiently. Training for this sport isn’t just about running and lifting—it’s about maximizing what actually moves the needle. After reflecting on my training (and my performances), I wanted to break down what’s working for me right now, what I’ve learned the hard way, and where I’m tweaking my approach to get to t