HYROX HEROES the PODCAST

🚀 HYROX Training Programs https://hybridheroes.online 👥 Join the Hybrid Heroes Online Group https://www.skool.com/hybridheroes 🎯 1:1 HYROX Coaching (Book a Call with Damian) https://hybridheroes.online/info ... One week out from HYROX… and the pressure is building. The nerves are kicking in. The doubts are getting louder. And you’re probably asking yourself “Have I done enough?” In this episode, Damian breaks down exactly how to approach race week so you can show up calm, confident, and ready to perform. Because here’s the truth: You’re not getting fitter this week. But you are setting the tone for how you race. This episode will help you zoom out, control what matters, and avoid the common mistakes athletes make in the final 7 days. 🎯 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why nerves are actually a good sign The difference between a first-timer, PB chaser, and qualifier mindset How to reduce anxiety with simple structure The race week checklist to stay in control and conserve energy Why your race plan should come from data — not emotion How to approach the week if you feel underprepared The bigger picture of HYROX and why this race doesn’t define you 🧠 Key Takeaway: This race matters… but it’s not everything. HYROX is bigger than one result. It’s about who you’re becoming through the process. 👊 Final Message: Go in with a plan. Stay in control. Execute what you’ve built. And most importantly show up as someone you’re proud of. Good luck to everyone racing in Brisbane and around the world. And if you see Damian on race weekend come say hello 👊

Want HYROX SYDNEY PRE SALE ACCESS join here: 👉https://www.skool.com/hybridheroes Are you training for a HYROX? Join our HYROX Training Program to get the structure and workouts that will deliver you results 👉https://hybridheroes.online/ 1:1 Coaching and Program design, Find out how you can get your best HYROX result yet. 👉https://hybridheroes.online/info Need to Improve your running? Download the FREE 4 Week HYROX RUN PROGRAM 👉https://hybridheroes.online/hyroxrunprogram HYROX Sydney pre-sale is here… but buying a ticket without a plan is the fastest way to struggle on race day. In this episode, Damian breaks down what actually matters once you sign up — from building structure and consistency, to avoiding the biggest mistake athletes make: too much intensity, too soon. If you want to train smarter, stay consistent, and show up ready to perform — this is the episode you need before your next HYROX race.

New to HYROX? Get access to the complete HYROX READY SYSTEM inside our community. 👉 https://www.skool.com/hybridheroes Training for your next HYROX race? Follow our structured HYROX training programs. 👉 https://hybridheroes.online/ Want your best HYROX result yet? Apply for 1:1 Coaching & personalised program design. 👉 https://hybridheroes.online/info Need to improve your running for HYROX? Download the FREE 4 Week HYROX Run Program. 👉 https://hybridheroes.online/hyroxrunprogram Most people training for HYROX are working incredibly hard… but many are training in a way that actually holds them back. In this episode, Damian breaks down one of the biggest problems he sees when coaching athletes preparing for HYROX: people doing a lot of work, but not always the right work. From random high-intensity workouts to neglecting aerobic development, many athletes fall into common traps that lead to burnout, stalled progress, or disappointing race results. The reality is that HYROX isn’t just about pushing harder — it’s about training smarter and building a system that supports repeatable performance. Damian dives into several key mistakes he regularly sees in the HYROX space, including: Why doing random workouts every week can limit your progress The importance of building a strong aerobic base for race day How a lack of pacing strategy causes athletes to blow up mid-race Why strength balance and structural preparation matter more than people realise The dangers of trying to copy elite athletes without understanding the principles behind their training This episode is a practical and honest look at what effective HYROX preparation actually looks like, and how athletes can shift their approach to train in a way that builds confidence, consistency, and long-term progress. If you're currently preparing for a HYROX race — or thinking about entering your first one — this conversation will help you step back, reassess your training, and focus on the elements that truly move the needle. Whether you're aiming to finish your first event or push toward a new personal best, understanding these principles could make all the difference.

Explore our HYROX programs here: 👉 https://hybridheroes.online 1:1 Coaching Enquiries , Book a call with Damian here: 👉 https://calendar.app.google/iaTBXvKEm1WpD6uu8 Most HYROX athletes think they need to train harder. But what if training too hard is the reason you’re plateauing? In this episode, I break down one of the biggest problems in HYROX right now — athletes living in high intensity zones, skipping aerobic development, and burning out before race day. We cover: • Why HYROX is an endurance event (not a sprint sport) • How building an aerobic base raises your anaerobic ceiling • Why you can’t “drag up” aerobic fitness from high intensity training • The Zone 2 mistakes most athletes make • Why constantly needing a deload is a red flag • How to distribute intensity properly across your week • The 30% high-intensity rule • How to use RPE to monitor your sessions • Managing intensity in group training environments (F45, CrossFit, HYROX gyms, etc.) If you’re feeling flat, stuck, constantly fatigued, or not improving month to month — this episode is for you. HYROX rewards discipline and aerobic capacity — not chaos and ego. If this helped you, subscribe and share it with someone who trains too hard. Train smarter. Recover better. Perform longer.

🚀 Train With Hybrid Heroes Explore our HYROX programs here: https://hybridheroes.online 🎯 1:1 Coaching Enquiries Book a call with Damian here: https://calendar.app.google/iaTBXvKEm1WpD6uu8 Most HYROX athletes focus on training harder. But performance isn’t built in the 1 hour you train — it’s built in the other 23 hours. In this episode, we break down the complete performance lifestyle framework every HYROX athlete needs to improve results, reduce injury risk, avoid burnout, and train sustainably long-term. Most HYROX athletes focus on training harder. But performance isn’t built in the 1 hour you train — it’s built in the other 23 hours. In this episode, we break down the complete performance lifestyle framework every HYROX athlete needs to improve results, reduce injury risk, avoid burnout, and train sustainably long-term. 📊 Simple HYROX Macro Formula (General Performance Guidelines) For athletes training 4–6 days per week: Carbohydrates: 4–7g per kg bodyweight per day Formula: Bodyweight (kg) × 4–7 Protein: 1.6–2.2g per kg bodyweight per day Formula: Bodyweight (kg) × 1.6–2.2 Fats: 0.8–1g per kg bodyweight per day Formula: Bodyweight (kg) × 0.8–1 For most HYROX athletes this equates to roughly: • 50–60% carbohydrates • 20–25% protein • 20–25% fats HYROX is a high-output, glycolytic sport — carbohydrates drive performance. If you want to improve your HYROX time, feel better in training, and sustain progress over months and years — this episode gives you the blueprint.

Most athletes don’t blow up because they’re unfit. They blow up because they can’t pace. In this episode, we break down why pacing is the most important skill in HYROX, how to apply the principles of Reward the Pacer and Be Repeatable, and how to use your training data to execute smarter on race day. Fitness matters. Execution wins. 🚀 Start Training With Structure Join our HYROX Race Plan and get a 7-Day Free Trial: 👉 https://hybridheroes.online 🏃 FREE 4-Week HYROX Run Program 👉 https://hybridheroes.online/hyroxrunprogram 🎯 1:1 Coaching With Damian (book a free call to enquire) 👉 https://calendar.app.google/s774rqR79H4ic54UA

Most people don’t fail because their program is bad — they fail because of how they apply it. In this episode, we break down how the 2026 PERFORM Program was designed, why running became the foundation, why strength was simplified, and how smart application beats “more work” every time. Whether you train for HYROX, coach athletes, or write your own programs, this episode will change how you think about structure, pacing, recovery, and long-term progress. This isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what matters — better. 🎧 Listen now and train with intention. to get a 7 day trial to our training app go to: Hybridheroes.online

Running is the biggest performance factor in HYROX and most athletes get it wrong. In this episode, I break down how beginners, intermediates, and advanced athletes should actually train their running for HYROX. Our training programs: hybridheroes.online Our online HYROX group: https://www.skool.com/hyrox-heroes-free

HYROX Melbourne was HUGE. Biggest event Australia has ever seen — and a massive reminder of what this sport is really about. In this episode, I break down: • What stood out across the entire weekend • Why experience matters more than people realise • The biggest rule mistakes I saw (and how to avoid them) • Why running is becoming the separator • And why HYROX is a long-term game, not a 12-week fix If you’re racing soon, planning your first HYROX, or chasing a better result — this one’s for you. 👉 Join the Hybrid Heroes Online Community https://www.skool.com/hyrox-heroes-free

Most athletes train hard for HYROX… then ruin their race in the final 2 weeks. In this masterclass episode, Damian breaks down exactly how to taper and deload so you arrive on the start line fresh, confident, and ready to perform – not fried, anxious, and overcooked. You’ll learn: Why the final 7–14 days matter more than any “last chance” workout How to spot the signs you’re training too hard and need to back off A simple 10–14 day taper timeline you can follow for any HYROX race How to balance intensity, volume, and recovery without feeling “lazy” The mental side of tapering – dealing with anxiety, doubt, and unrealistic expectations How to keep HYROX fun and sustainable so you actually want to come back for race #2, #3, and #10 If you’ve got HYROX Melbourne coming up – or any race in the next few weeks – this episode could be the difference between just surviving… and putting together your best performance ever. 🎧 Listen now and save this for every future race. 👉 Start your 7-Day Free Trial of the HYBRID HEROES training app at: HYBRIDHEROES.online 👉 Or join our online HYROX group here: https://www.skool.com/hyrox-heroes-free

In this honest episode of the Hybrid Heroes Podcast, Damian opens up a conversation that every HYROX athlete, runner, and hybrid trainer needs to hear: how to know when to be kind to yourself… and when you actually need to be better. After 18 years of coaching thousands of people — from first-timers to elite athletes — Damian has seen the same pattern on repeat: most people aren’t stuck because their body isn’t capable… they’re stuck because their mindset, lifestyle, and emotions are out of alignment with their goals. Inside this episode, we dive into: The reality of the modern “always on” culture — run clubs, events, social media, and constant comparison Why HYROX is not just physically demanding, but mentally and emotionally heavy too The “Be Kind or Be Better” framework — how to use it in real time when you’re tired, stressed, or doubting yourself When you genuinely need rest, recovery, and compassion (burnout, poor sleep, life stress, kids, work, injuries) When you’re not burnt out… you’re just uncomfortable and need to step up, stop making excuses, and raise your standards How sleep, lifestyle, Netflix, nights out, and nutrition quietly sabotage progress — and what to do about it Why reaching out for feedback (from a coach, friend, or professional) is a strength, not a weakness The importance of emotional regulation in HYROX training, performance, and everyday life This episode is for you if: You feel tired, flat, or overwhelmed and don’t know if you should push or pull back You’re constantly comparing yourself to others on Instagram, at the gym, or at races You’ve had a few “off weeks” and are questioning whether HYROX is even for you You want a simple mental tool to check in with yourself and make better decisions. Damian’s message is clear: 🔹 Sometimes you need to be kind — create space, recover, and protect your mental health. 🔹 Sometimes you need to be better — tighten up your habits, stop hiding behind excuses, and lean into the work. Learn how to tell the difference, how to check in with yourself honestly, and how to keep progressing without burning out. Keep training hard. Know when to be kind. Know when to be better. And we’ll see you on a HYROX start line soon. 💪

If you’ve ever set a HYROX goal, felt motivated for a few weeks, and then lost momentum — this episode is for you. In today’s session, Damian breaks down The 5 Key Principles for Setting HYROX Goals That Stick — the proven framework used inside Hybrid Heroes to help everyday athletes stay consistent, build confidence, and finally cross the finish line feeling strong. You’ll learn how to: 1️⃣ Find your “why” — and use it to stay disciplined when motivation fades. 2️⃣ Assess your current reality so your training matches your actual fitness level. 3️⃣ Build a realistic plan that fits your lifestyle and delivers consistent progress. 4️⃣ Track your progress using data, not emotions. 5️⃣ Create accountability and environment that make consistency automatic. Because in HYROX, it’s not the athlete with the most motivation who wins — it’s the one with the clearest plan and the strongest “why.” 💥 Ready to start your own journey? 👉 Start your 7-day free trial of the HYBRID HEROES training app today at hybridheroes.online or 💪 Join our free Hybrid Heroes online community — connect with other athletes, get support, and stay accountable on your path to HYROX success. 👉https://www.skool.com/hyrox-heroes-free

In this episode, Damian breaks down how to build transferable training habits that become your race strategy when it counts. You’ll learn how to: ✅ Understand pacing through measurable running intervals (5K, 1000m, 400m) ✅ Build internal awareness — not just rely on your watch ✅ Train transitions, standards, and discipline that carry over to race day ✅ Use intent and measurability to track progress and prevent burnout ✅ Turn everyday training habits into automatic race performance This episode will change how you approach training forever. If you’re ready to train with purpose and race with confidence 💪 Start your 7-Day Free Trial of Hybrid Heroes → hybridheroes.online 👥 Join the Hybrid Heroes Crew → https://www.skool.com/hyrox-heroes-free

After years of training everyday people through to Australia’s elite HYROX athletes, I’ve seen the patterns of what creates real progress — and what holds people back. In this episode, I unpack the undeniable principles that drive results: environment, consistency, community, chasing progress, failing forward, and building the right relationships. I’ll also share the hidden battles athletes face — comparison, doubt, fear — and the mindset shift that separates those who succeed from those who stay stuck. Whether you’re chasing your first HYROX finish or pushing for a sub-60, these lessons will help you train smarter, think clearer, and grow stronger. 👉 Ready to start your own HYROX journey? Get a 7-Day Free Trial of the HYBRID HEROES training program here: https://hybridheroes.online/ Join our HYBRID HEROES Online Group for just $9/month: https://www.skool.com/hyrox-heroes-free

Whether you’re training for your first HYROX or chasing a PB, the road to race day is full of challenges. In this episode, I break down the 20 biggest problems Hyroxers face — from brutal sled pushes and grip fatigue to pacing mistakes, mental drop-offs, and recovery errors. You’ll learn how to recognise these roadblocks, why they happen, and what you can do to smash through them. This isn’t theory — these are the hard truths from coaching hundreds of athletes inside Hybrid Heroes and competing at the highest level myself. 💪 Join the Hybrid Heroes Training App – Get your first 7 days free: HYBRIDHEROES.online 🤝 Join our Online Community – Connect with other athletes and get free training tips: https://www.skool.com/hyrox-heroes-free

If you're training for HYROX — this episode is your playbook. Coach Damian Votta breaks down the exact training blueprint to help you build strength, improve endurance, and dominate race day — whether you're a first-timer or looking to PB. You’ll learn: How to assess your current fitness level What your strength and cardio training should actually look like How to build your aerobic engine without burning out How to structure HYROX-specific workouts that translate on race day This isn’t just theory — it’s a full coaching session, built on OPEX principles and tested across 1000s of Hybrid Heroes athletes. You’ll also hear how we personalise training inside our Hybrid Heroes programs so you can stop guessing and start progressing. 👉 Ready to take your HYROX prep to the next level? Get 7 Day free trial to our training app Visit www.hybridheroes.online

After 12 months of chasing, failing, and learning — I finally cracked the sub-60 HYROX doubles milestone at HYROX Sydney alongside my partner Jordan. But this result wasn’t just about crossing the finish line under 60 minutes. It was about what I became in the process. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my fourth HYROX doubles attempt and break down the 10 key lessons that got me here. These lessons aren’t just about training — they’re about mindset, identity, strategy, and the real work it takes to evolve. Whether you’re chasing a time goal, building your confidence as a hybrid athlete, or just trying to stay consistent in the face of setbacks… this one’s for you. 🎯 In this episode, I share: Why failing three times set me up for success The personal standards I live by in training How I used identity shifts to unlock better performance The #1 mistake I made in past races (and what changed in Sydney) How to think long-term and stay in the game when progress feels slow This isn’t a highlight reel — it’s the real journey. And I know you’ll find your own story somewhere in it. 👊 Want to join the Hybrid Heroes crew? Connect with everyday athletes just like you inside our free online group here: 👉 https://www.skool.com/hyrox-heroes-free 📲 Ready to start training with us? Get access to our full training app, HYROX programs, running plans, and more here: 👉 https://hybridheroes.online/

HYROX Sydney 2025 – what a weekend! In this episode, Damian unpacks the biggest HYROX event in the world to date, with over 19,000 timed competitors and a sea of community, energy, and personal breakthroughs. You’ll hear: What made this HYROX so special (hint: overhead bridges, live start shoot cams, and wild merch drops). How athletes like Gab & Jordan went from everyday life to dominating podiums. Why two coaches almost settled for comfort—and how stepping into PRO changed everything. Damian’s own long-awaited sub-60 story, and what it really takes to shave off those minutes. Plus: 🔥 Behind-the-scenes moments with Switch Nutrition and LSKD 🧠 Lessons on mindset, growth, and why comfort is the enemy of greatness 🧃 His hydration + supplement stack that helped power a personal best If you’re chasing your next PB or wondering if HYROX is for you — this is your sign. 👊🏼 Listen now, and if you’re ready to train with us, start your 7-day free trial via hybridheroes.online Switch Nutrition 15% off Link https://switchnutrition.com.au/discount/HYBRIDHEROES?rfsn=8467261.00dc2a or use CODE: HYBRIDHEROES LSKD 15% off Link https://www.lskd.co/?ref=bbtdaesl or use code DAMIAN-TEAMLSKD

What drives an everyday bloke to take on 10 HYROX races in a single weekend? In this episode, Damian sits down with Eliot — a full-time carpenter, husband, and volunteer — who's gearing up to do something extraordinary: compete in 10 HYROX events across 3 days at HYROX Sydney. But this isn’t just about fitness. It’s about purpose. Eliot shares his powerful transformation story — from late nights and party habits to becoming a disciplined athlete — and how a simple 90-day challenge changed the course of his life. We dive into his physical prep, mental battles, and the heartfelt reason behind the challenge: raising money for Achilles Sydney, a charity that supports visually impaired and disabled runners. This episode is real, raw, and incredibly relatable — it’s a reminder that the only thing separating most people from greatness is belief and action. 👉 Support Eliot’s Mission: 💛 Donate to Achilles Sydney: https://achilles-running-club-inc.giveeasy.org/elliot-fagan 🌿 Support through Maple Movement gear: https://maplemovement.com 👉 Follow Eliot's Journey: 📸 Instagram: @elliotfagan 📺 YouTube: Elliot Fagan 🔥 What You’ll Learn: What it takes to train for a mission, not just a race The cost of comparison and power of perspective How small decisions lead to massive change Why giving back can be your biggest motivator 🎧 Tune in and be reminded of what’s possible when you move with purpose.

The HYROX World Championships 2025 just wrapped and wow, there’s a LOT to talk about. From the new sled turf and strict judging to relay race chaos, injuries, DQs, and the lessons every athlete needs to hear… this episode dives deep into what really happened and what it means for your HYROX training and prep. Whether you’re racing for your first HYROX or chasing a world championship, this is your inside look at how to train, compete, and stay ready for anything. 👇 JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & GET COACHED BY HYBRID HEROES 👇 💻 Train with us: https://www.hybridheroes.online 👊 Join our free Skool group: https://www.skool.com/hyrox-heroes-free