We planned 1h15-1h20, “the shame if we do more than 1h30”, for a pitiful 1h27 in the end. HAS 20 Minuteswe can say it, we completely screwed up our first Hyrox. Too confident, too clumsy but above all too bad to really perform. We explain to you the three deadly sins that have prevented us from shining to our full potential (well, we want to believe it).
Do not train before
Elementary my dear Waston, but the male ego being what it is, we launched into this competition without the slightest specific preparation, overconfident in our sporting past. More than enough for most events, but when it comes to the most daunting exercises, including the terrifying Wall Balls, a little more preparation wouldn’t have gone amiss.
Go like a fool (and take penalties)
Contrary to what the legions of sweaty shirtless men might lead you to believe, Hyrox is a sport of aesthetics and precision. Very precise rules exist, such as a posterior inclined at least 90 degrees on Wall Balls (again and again) or hands apart more than a square root of 38 centimeters on burpees. By wanting to bomb, without technique, you accumulate penalties and non-repetitions which harm your time.
Burning out for nothing
Absolute rule of Hyrox: protect yourself. A Hyrox can be lost more than it is won. The skierg, the rower, take it easy (and pay attention to your shoes). When running, you don’t start in the red from the first lap. Lunges and burpees, don’t hesitate to switch to your running partner BEFORE you feel pain. Once congested, you’re good for hell. For a first Hyrox, we will recommend a duo format, which normally allows you to rely on your friend.
Come on, good luck!
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