Welcome back to the RMR Training Podcast! In this Q&A episode, Rich Ryan and Meg Jacoby tackle the biggest training questions straight from the RMR community. We cover the most common mistakes athletes make in HYROX prep, how to stop overthinking your training, why “more” isn’t always better, and how to tell the difference between being productively tired and truly overtrained.You’ll also hear strategies for balancing training with real life, why consistency beats volume, and some fun debates about building the ultimate HYROX relay dream team.Whether you’re training for your first HYROX or chasing a podium, this episode will give you insights to train smarter, avoid burnout, and perform at your best.🔔 Subscribe for more training deep dives, athlete insights, and race-day strategies.👇 Drop a comment: What’s the biggest thing you’ve overthought in your own training?⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 Q&A Intro: Overthinking in HYROX Training08:50 Why Training Twice a Day Isn’t the Answer14:30 The Problem with Focusing Too Much on Run Pace34:50 How to Know the Difference Between Good Tired vs Bad Tired59:40 Building the Ultimate HYROX Relay Dream Team
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How Long Does it Take to Improve Running, Biggest Fitness Movers, RPE V Heart Rate: Listener Q&A
In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan, Meg Jacoby, and Ryan Kent answer your biggest HYROX and hybrid training questions. From race-day mantras and pacing strategies for beginner runners to RPE In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan, Meg Jacoby, and Ryan Kent answer your biggest HYROX and hybrid training questions. From race-day mantras and pacing strategies for beginner runners to RPE vs. heart rate training and the realities of online coaching, this Q&A is packed with practical advice for athletes at every level.Whether you’re chasing your first HYROX finish or leveling up for the Pro division, you’ll get insights straight from elite competitors and coaches who’ve been in the trenches.👉 If you’re serious about improving your hybrid fitness, hit Subscribe for weekly strategy episodes, athlete interviews, and training breakdowns.00:00 Race season updates & athlete schedules09:45 What we wanted to be growing up (non-athlete edition)18:30 Race-day mantras and mental preparation32:40 Beginner runner mistakes & how to pace properly58:10 RPE vs Heart Rate Training: What’s better for HYROX?vs. heart rate training and the realities of online coaching, this Q&A is packed with practical advice for athletes at every level.Whether you’re chasing your first HYROX finish or leveling up for the Pro division, you’ll get insights straight from elite competitors and coaches who’ve been in the trenches.👉 If you’re serious about improving your hybrid fitness, hit Subscribe for weekly strategy episodes, athlete interviews, and training breakdowns.00:00 Race season updates & athlete schedules09:45 What we wanted to be growing up (non-athlete edition)18:30 Race-day mantras and mental preparation32:40 Beginner runner mistakes & how to pace properly58:10 RPE vs Heart Rate Training: What’s better for HYROX?Hey Squad - grab a free guide for how to build your own program (also included is a sample of our new 12-week program) https://www.rmr.training/how-to-build-your-own-hyrox-training-program-g
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Cross Training for HYROX Success
Discover why cross training is the secret weapon for Hyrox athletes. In this episode, we break down the smartest ways to add machines, alternative workouts, and recovery-friendly training into your routine. Learn how to build endurance, protect your body, and find balance so you can train harder, recover faster, and perform better on race day. 00:00 – Balancing life, work, and Hyrox training challenges 10:15 – Why cross training helps build endurance and prevent injury 22:40 – Best cross training tools: incline walking, bike, arc trainer, ergs 36:55 – Programming tips: swapping runs, brick sessions, machine intervals 54:10 – Key takeaways: consistency, recovery, and smarter training choices Hey Squad - grab a free guide for how to build your own program (also included is a sample of our new 12-week program)https://www.rmr.training/how-to-build-your-own-hyrox-training-program-g
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Open vs Pro in HYROX: How to Know When to Take the Leap
Should you race HYROX Open or step into the Pro division? In this episode, the RMR Training team breaks down the key factors—strength benchmarks, running standards, pacing strategies, and realistic expectations—to help you decide when to make the jump. Whether you’re chasing a PR, qualifying for Worlds, or just curious about the challenge, this guide will set you up for success.00:00 Deciding between HYROX Open and Pro04:00 Strength benchmarks: sleds, wall balls, and fatigue tests12:00 Running standards and the 8K time trial rule of thumb24:00 How pacing, efficiency, and strategy change in Pro40:00 Who should start in Open, who can jump straight to Pro, and realistic expectations
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How to Build a HYROX Training Program: Complete Guide to Structure, Progression & Weekly Planning
Grab a free guide on how to build your own HYROX training program 👇https://www.rmr.training/how-to-build-your-own-hyrox-training-program-gJoin the RMR Training App - Brand New 12-Week HYROX Programhttps://www.rmr.training/rmr-app-podWant to know how to build a complete Hyrox training program from scratch? In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan walks you through everything—from choosing the right timeline, setting training-based goals, and organizing your week, to layering in progression and managing rest days. If you're feeling overwhelmed by how to structure your training, this episode gives you the exact roadmap to follow.Whether you're training for your first race or chasing a new PR, this episode will help you train smarter and progress faster—without burnout.🔔 Subscribe to the channel for more solo strategy episodes and athlete interviews.👇 Drop a comment: What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to building your training week?00:00 Introduction & Why Structured Training Matters02:50 The Power of Progressive Overload in Hybrid Training04:30 Why Time-Based Goals Work Better Than Performance Goals08:00 Setting Training Goals You Can Control12:15 Building the Perfect 7-Day Training Week16:50 The 3 Core Elements: Aerobic Work, Strength, and Rest18:45 Where to Place Your Quality Sessions22:30 How to Progress Your Training Week by Week29:30 When and How to Use Deload Weeks35:00 Final Thoughts: Trust the Program & Adjust with Intention.https://www.rmr.training/rmr-app-yt, https://www.rmr.training/base-builder-youtube
Training and racing conversations for the HYROX, and Hybrid athletes. The RMR Training podcast features elite coaches and world-champion athletes Rich Ryan, Meg Jacoby, and Ryan Kent.
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