HYROX Intel
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Hyrox Intel — Tagged "Training"
How Many Calories Does a HYROX Race Actually Burn?
A HYROX race burns roughly 800–1,400 calories for most Open athletes, depending on bodyweight, finish time and how ha... more
What Grip Should You Use on the Farmers Carry?
On the HYROX farmers carry, use a firm neutral grip with the handles held in the fingers and a strong hook, not crush... more
How Do You Split Stations in a HYROX Doubles Race?
In a HYROX doubles race you split each station's reps or metres between partners while both run all eight kilometres,... more
Should You Do HYROX Doubles or Singles First?
For most first-timers, HYROX doubles is the smarter place to start: you split the eight stations with a partner, run ... more
Burpee Broad Jumps: Why They Blow Up Your Race and How to Fix It
Burpee broad jumps blow up your HYROX race because they spike your heart rate and flood your legs with lactate right ... more
How Do You Break 60 Minutes at HYROX?
To break 60 minutes at HYROX you need to average roughly 4:00–4:15 per kilometre across all eight compromised run leg... more