The Hyrox competition is a fitness event that combines endurance and strength in a unique way. The event aims to beat a bridge between traditional endurance sports and crossfit-like workouts by offering athletes a comprehensive challenge that requires both physical fitness and mental endurance.
It consists of a standardized format in which the participants run eight kilometers and do eight different functional fitness exercises between the runs. These exercises can include rowing, sledding, kettlebell swings and burpees. Hyrox is aimed at fitness enthusiasts of all performance levels and offers both beginners and elite categories.
A special challenge
The combination of running and strength training ensures that both endurance as well as strength and coordination of the athletes are challenged. Hyrox can be roughly merged as an indoor competition designed in the form of a course.
Since its introduction in 2018, Hyrox has established itself in numerous German cities and is particularly popular. A minimum age of 16 years is a prerequisite for participating in competitions.
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Performance levels and conditions of participation
Hyrox offers two different performance levels: Hyrox Man/Woman for recreational athletes and Hyrox Pro Man/Woman for athletes with a significantly higher level of performance. The course of the competition remains the same in both categories, but the number of repetitions and weight height differ in the exercises. The evaluation is different depending on the age group.
Training and preparation for Hyrox
Participation in a Hyrox event requires targeted preparation to meet the high requirements. A combination of endurance and strength training is essential, whereby HIIT training and crossfit are particularly suitable. If access to a gym is not possible, bodyweight exercises can also be an effective alternative. “Gerolsteiner.de” also recommends interval training with intensive sprints to prepare for the 1000-meter sections.
Costs and venues
The Hyrox race now even takes place internationally, with the exact locations and appointments being published on the website of the respective organizer. The participation fees vary depending on the registration status and competition class and are usually between 60 and 120 euros, as “T-Online” reports. Additional costs can arise from arrival and meals. On the official Hyrox website All events are listed where interested parties can take a look around.
