DEKA vs HYROX: Key Differences, Training Tips, and Race Strategies.
What’s harder — DEKA or HYROX? In this episode, Ryan Kent and HYROX World Champion Meg Jacoby break down the real differences between the two biggest names in hybrid fitness. We cover event structure, pacing, strength demands, mental approach, and how to train for both without burning out. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just curious which event is right for you, this deep dive has you covered.Timestamps Highlights:00:00 Intro and catching up with Ryan & Meg09:35 Key differences in HYROX vs DEKA event structure28:40 Strength, endurance, and pacing strategies for each race47:10 Common mistakes athletes make when switching between events1:11:45 Mental approach for 30–45 min races vs 60–90 min races.https://www.rmr.training/rmr-app-yt, https://www.rmr.training/base-builder-youtube#HYROX #DEKAFIT #HybridFitness #RaceStrategy #EnduranceTraining
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How to Build a Hyrox Training Program: Complete Guide to Structure, Progression & Weekly Planning
Want 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 Intentionhttps://www.rmr.training/rmr-app-yt, https://www.rmr.training/base-builder-youtube
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Erg Training for HYROX: Tips & Pacing Strategies
Discover the ultimate guide to erg training for HYROX athletes. Rich Ryan and Meg Jacoby dive into SkiErg, RowErg, and BikeErg strategies, recovery tips, equipment rankings, pacing insights, and how to avoid common form mistakes. Whether you're a beginner or elite, this episode is packed with practical advice to level up your erg game and race performance..00:01 - Return of the Meg: Meg’s walkout song and return to training03:45 - Overcoming long-term injuries and what finally worked06:10 - Introduction to erg training as a recovery and performance tool09:30 - Home gym erg equipment rankings: bike, ski, row, and why14:50 - Using the BikeErg for low-impact intensity and FTP progress22:35 - Why the SkiErg matters more than the RowErg on race day28:20 - Structuring weekly erg sessions and matching threshold to running35:40 - Threshold testing on ergs using the 5K as a baseline51:25 - Common form mistakes on the SkiErg and RowErg (and how to fix them)1:07:00 - Stroke rate, damper settings, and how they translate to race performance
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How Hard Should You Really Be Training for Hyrox? Intensity, Thresholds & Recovery Explained
In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan, Meg, and Kent dive deep into one of the most misunderstood aspects of Hyrox prep: intensity. From dialing in your threshold pace to avoiding the “train harder not smarter” trap, this conversation is full of gems on how to level up without burning out. Whether you're chasing podiums or PRs, this is a masterclass in doing the work right.Chapters:00:00 Intro & Team Catch-Up05:05 What Are “Quality” Sessions, Really?08:50 How to Use Threshold Data Effectively16:30 Why Training at Goal Pace Might Be a Trap22:15 Pacing Discipline and Avoiding Burnout33:30 The Mental Toll of Going Too Hard, Too Often39:00 When to “Sell Your Soul” in a Workout44:00 Easy Runs, Strength Days, and Real RecoveryIf you’re serious about building sustainable fitness for Hyrox or hybrid racing, this one’s for you.🔔 Subscribe for more practical insights from coaches in the trenches.👇 Drop a comment—what intensity mistake have you made in training?https://www.rmr.training/rmr-app-yt, https://www.rmr.training/base-builder-youtube
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VO2 Max Intervals for HYROX: What They Are, How to Use Them & When to Avoid Them
VO2 max intervals are flashy, hard, and wildly misunderstood. In this solo episode, I break down how to actually use VO2 max work to boost your HYROX performance without burning yourself into the ground.You’ll learn:What VO2 max training actually is (and what it's not)Why your heart rate data might be lying to youHow to structure intervals that build speed, power, and toleranceWhen VO2 work makes you stronger… and when it’s just junk volumeAnd how to use it wisely inside group fitness or CrossFit-style programmingRMR Training APP Podcasthttps://www.rmr.training/rmr-app-podRMR Training App- Communityhttps://www.rmr.training/rmr-training-app-2Off- Seasonhttps://www.rmr.training/base-builder-podcastChapters:00:00 Why VO2 Max Intervals Matter for HYROX01:50 What Zone 5 Feels Like (Hint: It’s Not 45 Minutes Long)06:00 How to Test Your True VO2 Max (Ramp Test & Lab Tips)10:00 VO2 Max vs Lactate Threshold — What’s the Difference?15:00 Pacing, RPE, and How Fast Is “Fast Enough”?20:00 How to Program Intervals That Actually Work26:00 Should You Use VO2 Max for HYROX? The Real Benefits33:00 The Risks: Burnout, Injury, and Misuse in Group Fitness38:00 How to Periodize VO2 Max Work for Maximum Gain42:00 Final Take: Do Less, But Do It Right💪 Want it done for you? Check out the RMR Training App for structured programs that take the guesswork out of training.#HYROX #VO2Max #EnduranceTraining #RMRTraining #FitnessPodcast
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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