Hyrox isntnewnewthe German-born workout started in 2017but its recently been picking up steam in the US.
So much so that what is Hyrox?
videos are popping all around GymTok.
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Curious to know more?
So what kind of workout is Hyrox, anyway?
There are four competition categories: pro, open, doubles, or relay.
In fact, the one thing McNutt hears more than anything from her clients who participate in Hyrox-style workouts?
They feel like absolute badasses, she says.
What are the eight exercises in Hyrox?
Lets dig into the nitty gritty, shall we?
In Hyrox, you alternate between the two, starting with running.
Keep in mind there are specific form rules for these exercises to keep everything on a level playing field.
How is Hyrox different from CrossFit?
Its completely different, she says.
And if you want to knowwhat is Hyroxtrulyabout?its important to understand the variances.
This means it has a strong carryover to movements in daily life.
And unlike CrossFit, Hyrox doesnt involve Olympic weightlifting or powerlifting movements.
That makes it doable for a wider range of people, she explains.
Beyond that, Hyrox involves lots of running.
The inside joke is Hyrox is basically for runners who can push weight, McNutt says.
And while CrossFit workouts do incorporate some lacing up, its not as much as Hyrox, Robinson says.
How can you get started with Hyrox?
First, scope theofficial Hyrox websiteto see theres a Hyrox affiliate gym near you.
If thats the case, theres loads of resources online, McNutt says.
She recommends following some of the official Hyrox Instagram accountslikeHyrox365,HyroxWorld, andHyroxAmericafor workout ideas and suggestions.
Right now tickets are selling out like crazy, Robinson says.
(She recently tried to snag a spot at a Hyrox event in London to no avail.
There were like 12,000 people on the [online] queue to get tickets, she says.)
What your training looks like will depend on what fitness level youre starting from.
Its also important to do workouts thatcombinerunning and strength training so you get used to striding with tired legs.
Hyrox isnt for everyone.
So you might train intensely for it and venture to get the best time possible.
But it can also just be a fun goal.
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