Rox Lyfe - The HYROX Podcast
Greg Williams
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The go-to podcast for HYROX athletes and hybrid fitness fans chasing peak performance. Hosted by HYROX commentator Greg Williams, each episode features in-depth interviews with world-class athletes, rising stars, and expert coaches shaping the HYROX scene. You’ll get race-day insights, proven training tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and strategic breakdowns from the front lines of HYROX competition. Whether you're aiming for a new PB or just want to stay plugged into the sport’s evolution, this show delivers the knowledge and motivation to push your limits.
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HYROX Running Volume, Sled Pull Tips and Elite 15 Success with Louis Osselaer 04.06.2026 1год 3хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, we chat with Louis Osselaer. Heading into the 2026 HYROX World Championships, Louis has qualified for the Elite 15 Singles, Elite 15 Doubles, and the Belgium relay team after a series of standout performances.Louis shares his unusual sporting journey into HYROX, and explains the training changes that have helped him reach the Elite 15 level. We discuss his approach to running volume, why he's dramatically reduced traditional strength training, and the specific work that's helped him become one of the strongest athletes in the sport on the sled pull and walking lunges.We also get into:Balancing Elite 15 competition with a full-time jobBuilding up to 100km running weeksHis off-season approach and why he takes complete breaks from trainingSolving the digestive issues that were affecting his racingFueling strategies, race nutrition, and recoveryThe mindset shifts that have helped him perform under pressureThe personal challenges he's overcome away from sportHis goals for the HYROX World Championships in StockholmIt was an open, honest conversation packed with practical training insights, performance lessons, and a fascinating look at the life of an Elite 15 athlete balancing world-class competition with a career outside the sport.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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HYROX World Record Training and Burpee Broad Jump Secrets with Hidde Weersma 28.05.2026 58хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast I’m joined by Hidde Weersma, one of the favourites heading into the 2026 HYROX World Championships in Stockholm after a huge season that included a world record performance in London.We get into Hidde’s training approach, the running sessions that helped take his performance to another level, and how he developed one of the best burpee broad jump stations in the sport. He also explains why he believes the standard in the Elite 15 has improved so dramatically in recent seasons, and why athletes are now training and racing very differently compared to just a few years ago.It’s an honest and detailed conversation packed with training insight, race strategy, and a look into how one of the world’s best HYROX athletes approaches the sport.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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HYROX Farmers Carry Secrets, Wall Balls and Elite 15 Progression with Sean Noble 21.05.2026 54хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, we chat with Sean Noble - one of the standout performers in this season’s Elite 15 field.After stepping away from his career as a solicitor to train full time, Sean has taken a huge jump forward in performance, with top-five finishes across multiple majors and some of the fastest station work in the sport right now.In this episode, we cover:✔️ Why going full time changed everything for his training and recovery✔️ The breakthrough moment in Phoenix that changed his mindset✔️ Why he believes HYROX athletes may be doing too much running✔️ How he became one of the best Farmers Carry athletes in the sport✔️ His approach to wall balls, body weight, nutrition, and race preparation✔️ Why he believes the Elite 15 standard has exploded this season✔️ His thoughts on doubles racing, relay racing, and the future of HYROXSean also opens up about injury setbacks earlier in life, the mindset shifts that helped him improve, and why he now believes he can eventually become HYROX world champion.It’s a really honest and insightful conversation with one of the most exciting athletes in the sport right now, and I think you’ll really enjoy it.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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HYROX Running Training, Wall Ball Gains & Muscle Oxygen Insights with Thierry Willigenburg 14.05.2026 1год 2хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, we chat with Thierry Willigenburg - Elite 15 doubles athlete, endurance specialist, and co-founder of Train.Red. Alongside Hidde Weersma, Thierry has qualified for the 2026 HYROX World Championships in Stockholm and the pair have already clocked a huge PB of 48:53 in Elite 15 doubles competition.In this conversation, we go deep into:Thierry’s sporting backgroundHow doubles racing has evolved at the elite levelThe training sessions that helped them achieve the fastest run splits in WarsawHow he's improved his wall ballsHow Thierry uses drop sets and muscular endurance work for HYROXThe differences between singles and doubles preparationWhat he’s learned training alongside Hidde WeersmaThe role recovery, nutrition and consistency play in elite performanceHow muscle oxygen sensors work and what they reveal about HYROX pacingWhy local muscular fatigue can matter more than heart rate during stations like sled push and lungesThierry also explains the work he’s doing with Train.Red and how muscle oxygen data could change the way HYROX athletes approach training, pacing and race strategy moving forward.It was a really insightful conversation with a very thoughtful athlete, and I think you’ll really enjoy it.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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HYROX Training: Strength vs Endurance and Is Sub-50 Possible? With Chris Bayens 07.05.2026 1год 4хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast I’m joined by Chris Bayens.Chris has been a strength and conditioning coach for close to 18 years and has become a respected voice in HYROX training, working with athletes from age group through to Elite level. We get into a wide range of topics in this one, including how quickly the standard in HYROX is rising and why the sport has shifted towards being more endurance-focused. Chris shares his views on whether sub-50 is actually possible in Men’s Pro, and breaks down the real limits on both running and station performance. We also dive into:Why HYROX is fundamentally an endurance race and how that should shape your trainingStrength vs strength endurance and what actually matters for performanceWhy sled-specific work is so important (and often underestimated)Running volume, intensity balance, and avoiding the “grey zone”How to use heart rate and HRV to guide training decisionsRace strategy, season planning, and balancing racing with proper training blocksThis is a really practical, detailed conversation with a coach who’s worked closely with athletes at the sharp end of the sport, and there’s plenty in here you can apply to your own training.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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HYROX Running, Olympic Trials and Elite 15 Qualification with Alyssa McElheny 30.04.2026 53хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Alyssa McElheny.Alyssa is one of the most exciting new athletes in HYROX right now. After only a few months in the sport, she produced a standout performance in Warsaw to qualify for the Elite 15 World Championship race in Stockholm. Before HYROX, she also achieved a long-term goal by qualifying for the US Olympic Marathon Trials.In this conversation, we cover:• Her 'secret' to running improvements over the years• The mindset behind chasing big goals over a long period• How she has adapted marathon training into HYROX performance• Race pacing, station development, and where she can still improve• Her ambitions for Stockholm and beyondAlyssa brings great energy, honesty, and belief to this chat, and you can hear why so many people are excited to see what she does next.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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Ben & Harry Sutherland on HYROX Training Data and Doubles Tactics 23.04.2026 1год 1хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Ben and Harry Sutherland.The brothers have become one of the most exciting doubles pairings in HYROX, with a 49:24 PB and a 6th-place finish in the Elite 15 race at the 2025 World Championships. They also believe there is still plenty more to come, both in doubles and solo racing. In this conversation, we cover:• Their varied sporting backgrounds, from distance running and boxing to rugby, athletics and military service• Why they believe HYROX suits their skillsets so well• The doubles tactics, changeovers and race strategy behind elite performances• How they structure training, use data, and track progress• The mindset needed to compete at the highest level• Why they still feel they can go even further in the sport It was a great chat with two very impressive athletes, and I think you’ll really enjoy it.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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Holly Archer on HYROX: Running Speed, Mindset and Racing at the Elite Level 16.04.2026 1год 28хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Holly Archer - one of the most exciting athletes currently making waves in HYROX.A European indoor 1500m silver medallist and elite middle-distance runner, Holly has quickly made an impression since stepping into the sport, particularly in doubles where she has helped produce some of the fastest times we’ve ever seen.In this conversation, we cover:✔️ Holly’s journey from elite track running into HYROX✔️ How speed work and lactate tolerance transfer into race-day performance✔️ Doubles racing with Saskia Millard and Luke Greer✔️ The mindset required to compete at the highest level✔️ Why running remains such a huge part of HYROX success✔️ Her goals for Warsaw, Worlds, and the future of the sportIt’s a really honest and insightful conversation packed with training insights, racing tactics, and mindset lessons from one of the most exciting athletes in the sport right now.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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Sean Wade on HYROX: The Mindset and Training Behind a 1:02 at 60 09.04.2026 58хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Sean Wade.Sean is a former Olympian for New Zealand and one of the most remarkable athletes currently competing in HYROX. At 60 years old, he’s run 1:02 in the Men’s Open division and is chasing an extraordinary goal - becoming the first athlete to beat his age in minutes.In this conversation, we cover:✔️ Sean’s journey from junior national tennis champion to Olympian marathon runner✔️ How he transitioned into HYROX in his late 50s✔️ The mindset and goal-setting strategies that still drive him today✔️ His unique training approach, including treadmill work, recovery, and wall ball volume✔️ What it takes to keep improving and competing at a world-class level at 60It’s an honest and fascinating conversation packed with lessons on longevity, discipline, recovery, and performance mindset from an athlete who continues to defy expectations.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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Gabrielle Nikora Baker on HYROX: Strength Training, Fuelling, and Elite 15 Racing 02.04.2026 46хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, we chat with Gabrielle Nikora-Baker.Recently qualified for the Elite 15 in Stockholm after a standout performance at the Phoenix Major, Gabrielle has quickly established herself as one of the most exciting athletes in HYROX. With a 60-minute Pro Solo personal best and a 55-minute Pro Doubles PB, her rise from a bodybuilding and strength-training background to the top level of the sport has been incredibly impressive. In this episode, we cover:✔️ How she transitioned from bodybuilding into elite HYROX racing✔️ Why her strength background has given her an edge on key stations✔️ Her rapid running progression and current training structure✔️ Fuelling, recovery, and eating for performance✔️ The mindset behind qualifying for the Elite 15✔️ Balancing self-employment with elite-level training volume It’s an honest and insightful conversation packed with practical takeaways on training, nutrition, recovery, and what it takes to improve quickly in HYROX.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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Morgan Schulz: From Setbacks to HYROX Elite 15 While Working Full-Time 26.03.2026 1год 6хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe Podcast, I’m joined by Morgan Schulz - an athlete who has now qualified for the Elite 15 in both singles and doubles for the HYROX World Championships in Stockholm.Morgan’s story stands out. She’s balancing a full-time, travel-heavy job while training on relatively low volume, yet still competing at the very top level of the sport.We get into her journey through HYROX, the setbacks she’s had to overcome, and the mindset that’s helped her stay consistent over time. This is a really honest conversation about performance, pressure, and finding what actually works for you.In this episode, we cover:- How Morgan reached Elite 15 level without high training volume- Managing injuries and learning to train smarter- Balancing HYROX with a demanding full-time job- Why more running isn’t always better- Her mindset during races and how she handles pressure- The small habits that have helped her improve over timeIt’s a fun, open, and practical conversation and I think you'll really enjoy it!🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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Brad Stulberg on HYROX: Goal Setting, Patience, and the Real Path to Excellence 19.03.2026 47хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Brad Stulberg.Brad is a bestselling author whose books include Peak Performance, The Practice of Groundedness, and Master of Change. His latest book, The Way of Excellence, explores what it really means to pursue excellence in sport, work, and life.In this conversation, we dive into what excellence actually is - and some of the biggest misconceptions around it. We talk about goal setting for athletes, how to stay motivated when progress inevitably slows down, and why curiosity might be one of the most powerful mindsets you can bring into training and racing.We also get into patience, failure, consistency, and the traps that stop athletes from reaching their potential.If you’re chasing progress in HYROX or any performance-based sport, there’s a lot in here that will change how you think about training and improvement.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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Rachael Wade on HYROX: Building Elite Speed on 8 Hours a Week Training 12.03.2026 42хвRachael Wade has only raced HYROX Pro twice, but she’s already clocked a 61-minute PB and finished 2nd overall in Las Vegas - an incredible start to her HYROX career. What makes it even more impressive is that she’s doing it on around 7–8 hours of training per week while balancing life as a mum of two and running her own nutrition practice. In this conversation, we talk about how she made the jump into HYROX after a collegiate running career, the training philosophy that’s helped her improve quickly, and why focusing on strength rather than big running mileage has been key to her early results.We also go deep into sports nutrition. As a registered dietician, Rachael shares practical advice on fuelling for HYROX, common signs athletes may be under-fuelling, how lab testing can highlight recovery issues, and which supplements she believes can actually make a difference.Along the way we also discuss balancing elite sport with family life, the mindset she uses when races get tough, and why she believes you may not need as much training volume as you think to perform at a high level.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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Vivian Tafuto on HYROX: Elite Podiums, Doubles World Records, and Balancing a Full-Time Job 05.03.2026 57хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Vivian Tafuto - one of the most consistent performers on the Elite 15 circuit.Vivian opened the season with a huge PB and 2nd place finish in Hamburg, followed it up with another podium in Phoenix, and has twice broken the HYROX Pro Doubles World Record alongside Lauren Weeks. All while working full-time as an actuary.We dive into what’s changed in her training, how she overcooked her volume before Worlds last year, and why she now believes doing slightly less might actually unlock more performance.We also discuss:Why she runs slower than ever on easy daysThe mindset shift that’s helping her close the gap to the very topWhat racing doubles has mentally unlocked for her singles performanceBurpee pacing, lunge confidence, and why wall balls shouldn’t scare youHow she balances Elite 15 racing with a full-time careerVivian is open about pressure, expectations, and learning to separate happiness from race results. It’s a thoughtful, honest conversation with one of the sport’s smartest competitors.If you’re chasing progression in HYROX - whether you’re aiming for a podium or your first sub-70 - there’s plenty in here you can apply to your own training.It was a great chat with a great athlete, and I think you’ll really enjoy it.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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Vicky MacIntosh on HYROX Training, Rebuilding Aerobic Fitness, and Elite 15 Doubles 26.02.2026 56хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m chatting with Vicky MacIntosh.Vicky is one of South Africa’s leading HYROX athletes, a former CrossFit Games team competitor, and now an Elite 15 doubles athlete who has already secured her place at the 2026 HYROX World Championships. She also holds a 61-minute HYROX Pro PB and has quickly established herself as a serious contender on the global stage.In this conversation, we dive into:- How she rebuilt her aerobic base and dropped her zone 2 pace from 6:30/km to 4:45/km in a year- What her training week actually looks like- How she balances singles and doubles preparation- The strategy and transitions that helped her qualify for Elite 15- HRV tracking, lactate testing, and the tech guiding her training- Fuelling strategies for racing and recovery- The mindset shifts that have elevated her performanceIt’s a great chat with a super impressive athlete at the top of the sport.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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HYROX Elite 15 Athlete Luke Greer - Fast Running, Station Training, and Going All-In 19.02.2026 1год 15хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Luke Greer.Luke has made a rapid transition into HYROX, recently winning the Men’s Pro division in London before backing it up with an 8th-place finish in his Elite 15 debut in Phoenix. His running is a clear weapon, and he consistently clocks some of the fastest run splits in the field.In this conversation, we cover:* Luke’s sporting background and why running has always been his strength* How he trains his running alongside strength and station work* Self-coaching, trial-and-error learning, and racing at Elite 15 intensity* Wall balls under pressure and where he’s still losing time* The mindset shift behind quitting his job to go all-in on HYROXIt’s an open, thoughtful conversation with one of the most exciting athletes to emerge in the sport, packed with insight for anyone chasing performance in HYROX.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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HYROX Strength, Fatigue Tolerance, and Why Farmers Carries Are Underrated - Adam Storey 12.02.2026 1год 8хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Adam Storey - exercise physiologist, high-performance coach, and sport scientist with deep roots in elite sport.Adam has coached athletes at Olympic and Commonwealth Games level, worked across professional rugby and endurance sport, and now sits on the HYROX Sports Science Advisory Council. He brings a rare blend of strength, endurance, and applied sports science to the conversation.In this episode, we cover:* How max strength actually carries over to HYROX performance* Fatigue tolerance vs pure strength and why it matters more than most people think* How to program strength alongside running without blunting adaptation* Technique, injury prevention, and smarter recovery strategies* Why farmers carries might be one of the most underrated stations in HYROXThis is a practical, evidence-based deep dive into how HYROX athletes should be thinking about strength, conditioning, and long-term performance development.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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Elli Stenfors’ Path to HYROX Elite 15 Without a Running Background 05.02.2026 43хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast I’m joined by Elli Stenfors - HYROX Elite 15 athlete, physiotherapist, and coach.Despite coming from a competitive swimming and CrossFit background - and with no traditional running history - Elli has risen rapidly through the sport. She’s already clocked a 61-minute PB in the Pro division and finished 7th in her Elite 15 debut in Melbourne.In this conversation, we cover:• How Elli transitioned from swimming and CrossFit into HYROX at an elite level• Why she prefers to train and race by feel rather than relying on watches or data• How she builds running fitness with relatively modest run volume• Balancing strength work, endurance, and staying injury-free• Her mindset under pressure - including wall balls late in the raceIt was a really open, honest, and thoughtful chat with loads of practical insight into what it takes to perform at the sharp end of HYROX, and I think you’ll really enjoy it.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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Mollie Fkiaras on Breaking the HYROX Mixed Doubles World Record and Chasing Elite 15 29.01.2026 47хвIn this week’s episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Mollie Fkiaras 🎙️Mollie is one of the fastest-rising athletes in HYROX right now. She’s clocked a 61-minute PB in the Pro singles, finished 4th in the Elite 15 women’s doubles in Melbourne, and helped break the mixed doubles world record with a 49:13 💥In this conversation, we chat about:🏃♀️ How she structures her running and training week🧠 What Elite-level mindset actually looks like in practice🔥 How they approached the mixed doubles world record🎯 Why she turned down her Elite 15 doubles spot for Worlds and what she’s focusing on instead📈 What she’s doing now to push towards Elite 15 qualification in the singlesIt was an open, honest chat with loads of practical takeaways for anyone training and racing HYROX at any level.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
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The New HYROX Elite Qualifying System Explained - From Times to Points with Mat Lock 20.01.2026 56хвIn this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Mat Lock, HYROX’s Global Head of Sport and Technical Director of Elite Racing.Mat sits right at the centre of one of the biggest changes HYROX has made in recent years - the move away from time-based qualification and towards a points-based system for elite racing. We break down why the change was needed, what problems it’s trying to solve, and how it reshapes the pathway from Open to Pro and into the Elite 15.We also get into the wider knock-on effects, including how often elite athletes may need to race, course fairness across venues, strength of field, and the growing role of athlete licensing. Beyond qualification, Mat answers questions on course temperature, the dedicated elite race setup, time-based penalties, doubles formats, and what’s next for elite HYROX racing.It’s an open, detailed conversation that offers real insight into how HYROX is evolving at the sharp end of the sport, and what these changes mean for athletes aiming to compete at the highest level.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
