HYROX is the fitness race you’ve always been training for. It combines running with functional fitness where participants run 1km followed by one functional workout, repeated eight times. HYROX is made for every body, with different categories for different abilities. These include Open, Pro, Doubles, and Relay.

HYROX training requires both strength and endurance. 50% of the race is running, up to a total of 8km. In between each run is a functional fitness workout like a sled pull or a farmers carry. This means it’s important to gain plenty of experience running after strength training too. 

Another aspect you might neglect is form. Get to know the HYROX movement standards to make sure you’re training correctly to avoid injury and incorrect movements.

The letters in the word HYROX don’t stand for anything. HYROX is simply a combination of the words “hybrid” and “rockstar”.

The race consists of eight 1km runs either side of eight functional fitness exercises. 

The format is as follows: 

• 1km run 
• SkiErg 
• 1km run 
• Sled push 
• 1km run 
• Sled pull 
• 1km run 
• Burpee broad jumps 
• 1km run 
• Rowing 
• 1km run 
• Farmers carry 
• 1km run 
• Sandbag lunges 
• 1km run 
• Wall balls

HYROX events are held across the world throughout the year. Head to the HYROX site to find the closest event to you.

Whatever you feel comfortable in. You’ll need to be able to move freely, feel supported, and comfortable throughout the race. So make sure you’re wearing sweat-wicking fabric, a supportive sports bra if you need one, and running trainers that you’re used to. 

Check out the MP Adapt collection for leggings, shorts, tops and more designed for functional fitness training.