HYROX Intel
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Hyrox Intel — Tagged "Asked & Answered"
How Heavy Are the HYROX Sleds, and How Should You Train for Them?
In HYROX Open, the sled push totals 152kg for men and 102kg for women (sled plus plates), and the sled pull is 103kg ... more
HYROX Open vs Pro: Which Division Should You Enter?
Enter Open for your first HYROX; move to Pro only once you have raced Open and can handle the heavier loads and highe... more
Do You Need to Be Able to Run 10K Before Entering HYROX?
No, you do not need to run 10K before entering HYROX. The race is eight separate 1km runs broken up by stations, neve... more
What Is a Good HYROX Time for a First Race?
A good HYROX time for a first race in the Open division is broadly 1 hour 20 to 1 hour 45 minutes, with anything unde... more
Can You Do HYROX Without a Gym Membership?
Yes, you can train for and complete a HYROX without a gym membership. Roughly half the race is running, which needs n... more
How Long Does It Take to Train for Your First HYROX?
Most people need 8 to 16 weeks to train for their first HYROX, depending on where you start. If you already run and l... more