RMR Training Podcast

What does it actually take to race HYROX well? Rich Ryan, Meg Jacoby, and Ryan Kent break down their 12 rules for HYROX racing, covering pacing, suffering, mindset, sled strategy, fueling, race-day preparation, and how to respond when things go wrong. Plus, the crew reacts to the latest HYROX World Championship prize money. Rules of Racing Rules of Racing12:27 — Suffering Is Not OptionalWhy learning to push through discomfort is essential for racing HYROX at your best. Rules of Racing24:40 — Train Your Race-Day MindsetPositive self-talk, visualization, and preparing mentally for when your race doesn’t go according to plan. Rules of Racing38:36 — HYROX Pre-Race RulesWhy Ryan skips music, avoids entering the start corral too early, and believes athletes should start where they truly belong. Rules of Racing47:25 — The Biggest HYROX Pacing MistakeWhy Run 1 should feel controlled—and why burning through your adrenaline early can destroy the back half of your race. Rules of Racing51:07 — When Your HYROX Race Goes WrongBad sled? Bad run? Penalty? Leave it behind, adapt, and stay in the fight instead of letting one mistake ruin the entire race.

Rich Ryan breaks down his HYROX Salt Lake City weekend, including how to fuel, recover, and mentally prepare for back-to-back races. Plus, he shares lessons from his solo and doubles races, his experience with HYROX Young Stars, and an early look at the new Axis hybrid racing shoe.00:00 – HYROX Back-to-Back Racing: What You Need to Know02:00 – Recovery & Fueling: The #1 Priority Between Races21:25 – HYROX Salt Lake Recap: Altitude, Course & Race Strategy50:20 – Singles to Doubles: Changing the Mindset & Racing with Jack Driscoll58:55 – Introducing Axis: Rich’s New HYROX Racing Shoe

Meg Jacoby breaks down her comeback win and what it took mentally and physically to return after injury. Ryan Kent shares how smarter training and strength work have changed his fitness, while Rich Ryan joins the conversation on training volume, motivation, recovery, and preparing to race HYROX at altitude..A real look at what it takes to keep improving, stay healthy, and compete for the right reasons.06:09 – Ryan Kent’s Strength Gains & HYROX Carryover10:37 – Meg Jacoby’s Comeback Win & Race Breakdown23:29 – The Mental Side of Returning From Injury40:50 – Why Training Smarter Beats Forcing Results01:01:14 – HYROX Salt Lake & Racing at AltitudeReady to train smarter for your next HYROX? Join the RMR Training App for structured programs, expert coaching, daily support, and a global HYROX community built to help you improve every race.https://www.rmr.training/how-to-build-your-own-hyrox-training-program-g

How much training is actually enough for HYROX?Rich Ryan answers listener questions on weekly training volume, Zone 2, progressive overload, tapering, body weight, race-day shoes, and what it really takes to reach the Elite 15. Plus, why doing more isn’t always better—and how to build volume without burning out.00:01 – How Much Training Volume Do You Really Need?20:45 – Is It Too Late to Build Elite Aerobic Fitness?30:40 – Zone 2, HYROX Workouts & Progressive Overload40:30 – How to Taper for a HYROX Race48:30 – What It Takes to Become an Elite HYROX AthleteReady to train smarter for your next HYROX? Join the RMR Training App for structured programs, expert coaching, daily support, and a global HYROX community built to help you improve every race.https://www.rmr.training/how-to-build-your-own-hyrox-training-program-g

Which training methods actually work best for HYROX?Rich Ryan and Meg Jacoby rank popular approaches including double threshold training, half marathon and marathon training, cluster sets, conjugate strength training, and high-carb fueling—plus who each method works best for.Learn how to balance running, strength, recovery, fueling, and race-specific training to improve your HYROX performance.11:29 – Double Threshold Training for HYROX27:17 – Half Marathon & Marathon Training35:16 – Conjugate Strength Training Ranked42:58 – Why Cluster Sets Work for HYROX46:33 – High-Carb Training & Race FuelingReady to train smarter for your next HYROX? Join the RMR Training App for structured programs, expert coaching, daily support, and a global HYROX community built to help you improve every race.https://www.rmr.training/how-to-build-your-own-hyrox-training-program-g