How to train and prepare for Hyrox, from gym sessions to running practice
Hong Kong Hyrox coaches explain training methods, what to avoid and why carbs are good, plus why it’s important to choose your race wisely
Hyrox’s popularity in Hong Kong has exploded.
The same explosion has happened across the world ever since the first Hyrox event, in Germany in 2017, which attracted 600 competitors. This season’s events are projected to attract a total of 1.3 million participants globally. Race places are known to sell out in as little as 15 minutes.
The secret to Hyrox’s success, believes its Asia-Pacific head of operations, Richard Cowley – who will compete in Hong Kong this month – is its accessibility coupled with a festival atmosphere that no road race can match.
“Every movement is basic human movement – running, jumping, pushing, pulling, throwing. Anybody who can walk can do a Hyrox,” he says, plus there is no time limit for finishing.
He describes the event as “a gym race festival”.
“You’ve got the music pumping, an MC, a DJ, and your friends and family can watch you at every single station.”