Training? Not So Much…

Okay, so let’s be honest, my training for this event was… minimal. I’d dabbled in some gym trials, but nothing Hyrox-specific. Living in Seattle hasn’t helped my running game lately with the cold weather making it tough to get motivated. In hindsight, a practice run in the weeks leading up would have been a smart move, but lesson learned for next time!

Baptism of Fire in Guadalajara

“Tough” doesn’t even begin to cover it! This event was a real eye-opener. It was my first time encountering some of the Hyrox stations, like pushing and pulling that monstrous 150kg sled. Let me tell you, adding in the ball throws to basketball height and running between stations really ramps up the challenge.

Despite the toughness, it was genuinely a lot of fun. There’s a real sense of accomplishment crossing that finish line knowing you pushed yourself.

Burpees: My Nemesis

If there was one exercise that truly tested me, it was the burpee broad jumps. 80 meters of those bad boys sent my heart rate through the roof! It took a while to bring it back down after that station. Definitely going to be practicing those before the next event.

Would I Do it Again? Absolutely!

Despite the struggles and feeling completely wiped out afterwards, I’m already thinking about the next one. I’d 100% recommend anyone reasonably fit to give Hyrox a crack. It’s a fantastic challenge and a great way to test your overall fitness.

Room for Improvement

I reckon with some proper, structured training, I could shave off a good 10 minutes from my time. That would still leave me miles off the pros, but it’s a personal challenge, right? The main thing is to improve and see what I’m capable of.