This week we are joined by Caitlin and Kim from the Rox Queens. We catch up on how the Rox Queens have evolved and also look ahead to the upcoming Manchester event. We also debate some of the challenges that may be experienced by all athletes at HYROX events. Follow our guests on Instagram – Rox Queens – @rox_queens Caitlin – @caitlin_robbins123 Kim – @coachedby_kim Apres London - @apres.london If you have any questions about the show or are interested in advertising with us then please contact ...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 1 min
This week on the show we are joined by Rowalong’s John Steventon and one of Scotland’s most decorated Masters Rowers, Kelly Limond. They are here to provide their tips on how to make the Row Erg part of your overall strategy for HYROX. We cover off how to improve your technique, what damper setting you should use and much more. Follow our guests on Instagram John - @rowalong_workouts Kelly - @kellylimond_ For more tips check out Johns YouTube - RowAlong - Be a Better Indoor Rower - YouTube If yo...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr 15 min
This week we are looking towards an exciting year of Fitness Racing in the UK and beyond. We are joined by Sam Bilbie and Chris Ward to preview over 15 events that we can look forward to in 2025. Follow our guests on IG Chris - @wardytheref Sam - @sambilbie If you have any questions about the show or are interested in advertising with us then please contact admin@ukocr.com Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you like what we do...
Jan 08, 2025•1 hr 22 min
In this episode we provide another festive selection box of four interviews with some of the best content creators in the HYROX and Fitness racing space. First we have Danny Rae and we discuss how this past year has gone for him including his recent HYROX successes. We then chat to YouTuber Martin Boyce about his HYROX journey and the content that he produces. Up next we speak to Lhea Terzaki about her podcast, her coaching and her own races. Finally we have Greg from Rox Lyfe talking about the ...
Jan 01, 2025•2 hr 2 min
In this episode we provide a festive selection box of four interviews with some of the best content creators in the HYROX and Fitness racing space. First we have Matt B Davis from Hybrid Fitness Media and we discuss about HYROX’s journey in the USA. We then chat to Flo from HYROX Daily all about HYROX’s early days and its evolution over the past 8 years. Up next we speak to Bernice Linaker from Hybrid Sport Media about HYROX in the APAC region. Finally we have YouTube star Mark Lewis talking abo...
Dec 25, 2024•2 hr 28 min
This week we look back at 2024 with Travis Owles. Travis is an accomplished HYROX racer but he is also known for taking on various challenges such as a 24 hour HYROX and a mile of burpee broad jumps. We consider these challenges and perhaps more importantly consider what he has learned along the way which may help HYROX athletes of all abilities. Follow Travis on Instagram - @travisowles If you have any questions about the show or are interested in advertising with us then please contact admin@u...
Dec 18, 2024•54 min
In this episode we chat to Tania Thiesl. We discuss the early days of HYROX and her recent success in DEKAFIT. We also cover the various injuries and illnesses she has faced. We consider how these have impacted her and how she looks to move forward as a top athlete. Follow Tania - @ttsports_ If you have any questions about the show or are interested in advertising with us then please contact admin@ukocr.com Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer...
Dec 15, 2024•1 hr 10 min
This week we sit down with Jason Curtis owner of Deadly Dozen races. We review the incredible rise of the race during 2024. We consider what went right and also how they are improving things for next year. We also look forward to 2025 when Deadly Dozen will be touring the UK and beyond. Follow Deadly Dozen - @deadly.dozen If you have any questions about the show or are interested in advertising with us then please contact admin@ukocr.com Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR o...
Dec 11, 2024•1 hr 14 min
This week we are joined by Michelle Wilder and Lindsey Hunt to discuss everything about London ExCeL. We discuss the course, the heat and the sleds. We also find out how our guests weekends went, whilst tackling all your thoughts and shout outs. Follow our guests on Instagram Michelle - @wilderfitnessuk Lindsey - @linds10131 If you have any questions about the show or are interested in advertising with us then please contact admin@ukocr.com Find out more about us by clicking Here Support UKOCR o...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 11 min
We are joined by Simon Davidian and Kelly Sidebottom to discuss everything you need to know about HYROX London this weekend. We cover all the information you need on the venue including how to get there. We also provide you with all the tips you will need to get you through the day. Finally we provide those all important shout outs. Follow our guests on IG Kelly - @kellysidebottom Simon - @lookitssimon If you have any questions about the show or are interested in advertising with us then please ...
Nov 28, 2024•1 hr 10 min
This week we look back at everything that happened in the second ever Dublin race. Joining Host Ian are the 2024 Dublin Pro Race Winners Sean Noble and Lucy Procter. They consider the course, the sleds, the fabulous fans and everything else that went down in the race. They also consider the recent Elite 15 results from Hong Kong and the main stories coming out of those races. Finally we take a deep dive into the guests' races to see how they each topped the podium. Follow our guests on IG:- Sean...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 16 min
This week on the show we chat to Ireland’s Sean Noble. We discuss his early days in HYROX and how he has trained hard to improve. We also consider the recent events in Amsterdam and Poznam before looking forward towards the rest of the season. Follow Sean on Instagram - @sean_noble7 If you have any questions about the show or are interested in advertising with us then please contact admin@ukocr.com Find out more about UKOCR by clicking Here Support UKOCR on Patreon Here or Buy us a beer if you l...
Nov 20, 2024•58 min
This week we welcome back Peter Kelly, Osten Gardner and Carly Waine back to the show to discuss everything about Manchester. We cover the big talking points including the venue layout, the new chalk and how the running track may feel like the lion king. We also reflect on how this was the first HYROX in the UK held on Remembrance Sunday. All this plus answers to the questions posed by the audience. Follow our guests on Instagram Peter - @peter_k60 Orsten - @orstengardner Carly - @carlytwaine Ki...
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 18 min
We are joined by HYROX Coach Hannah Burgon and Rowalong’s John Steventon to discuss everything you need to know for Manchester. We cover the information you need before the race, including where to park, race day nutrition and what you should take on the day. We also take a deep dive into some of the stations and get some top tips from our guests to help you on your big day. Follow our guests on Instagram:- Hannah - @hannahburgon_pt John - @rowalong_workouts Find our guests on YouTube Hannah - h...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 20 min
This week we welcome European 1500M Silver Medallist Holly Archer to the show. Holly is an accomplished runner who has recently entered the world of HYROX winning HYROX Women’s Open in Cape Town. We discuss Holly’s views on the mistakes runners make and also the steps we all can make to improve. We also consider how HYROX can ensure that it’s a welcoming place to newcomers. Follow Holly on Instagram - @hollyaarcher More information on Holly – www.hollyarcher.komi.io If you have any questions abo...
Nov 06, 2024•44 min
We are joined by Kirsty Keating and Charlie Botterill to review last week's event in Birmingham. We cover all the big news including the venue, the burpee surface and "kettlebell gate". We also look into our guest's races. How did Kirsty's first race of the season go and how did Charlie get on competing against some high class competition? We also answer listener questions and provide shout outs aplenty. Follow our guests on Instagram Kirsty - @kirstykeating Charlie - @charlie_efmb Get money off...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 14 min
We are joined by Elite 15 Athlete Tim Wenisch and Hylife Coaching Founder Lhea Terzaki to discuss all things Birmingham. We cover what you need to know before the race, including when to arrive at the venue, race day nutrition and what to pack in your bag. We also take a deep dive into the stations and get some top tips from our guests to help you on your big day. Follow our guests on Instagram:- Lhea - @lhea.hylifecoaching Tim - @tim_wenisch Todays Podcast is sponsored by Caffeine Bullet - Use ...
Oct 23, 2024•53 min
This week on the show we explore the relationship of HYROX and CrossFit. To help us we have experienced CrossFit athletes and Coaches, Geraldine and Carly alongside CrossFit athlete Orsten. We consider the main similarities and differences between the two sports. How people can move from one to the other. We also debate what lessons can be learned from each brand. All of this and also some tips on the best CrossFit workouts to fit into your HYROX training. Follow our guests on Instagram Geraldin...
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 7 min
This week we are joined by Andrea Marshall and Chris Gell from Pure Gym. Chris and Andrea explain all about their individual HYROX journeys and how they have introduced HYROX into their gyms. They provide the low down on how HYROX has been trialed in a cluster of Pure Gyms in North England and how it has been received by their members. We also look forward to a multi gym HYROX simulation scheduled for the end of November in Salford Quays. Todays partner Unitree PUMP – Unitree Fitness use code UK...
Oct 16, 2024•40 min
This week we welcome Peter and Wendy to the show to discuss training for HYROX as an older athlete. We consider what every athlete needs to know about training and recovery as you get older. We also consider race companies looking to make adjustments for older athletes and the questions surrounding WADA policies in respect of TRT. All this and much more. Follow our guests on IG: - Peter - @peter_k60 Wendy - @williamsjnr01 Todays show is partnered with Caffeine Bullet - Use code UKOCR for a 20% d...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 7 min
This week we are joined by Hannah Burgon to tackle some of the news that has arisen since the HYROX World Championships. We look at the new rules including 100 wall balls for all and also the modifications for Worlds qualifying. We also consider some of the ever present FAQs such as shoes to wear, HYROX Sims, and what to wear on the day. Finally we discuss the rise of the HYROX influencer and much more. Follow Hannah on IG - @hannahburgon_pt Work with Hannah or attend one of her sims - https://l...
Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 4 min
In this episode we welcome Lauren Jocelyn, Kimberley Worthington and Victoria Wallace to the show to chat all things Deadly Dozen. They were all at the recent September edition of the race so we look at what they enjoyed and anything they felt could be improved upon. We also look at how their races went and their opinion on the work outs. Finally we consider how Deadly Dozen compares to the other races out there and whether this small race from Macclesfield could work in other parts of the world...
Sep 26, 2024•51 min
This week we welcome Gavin Allinson and Nikki Firefly to the show to chat all things DEKA FIT. They both attended the recent event at Forders Gym so we break down the good and the areas that may need improvement. We also look at how their races went and look at what they have upcoming. Finally we consider how DEKA FIT compares to the other races out there. Follow our guests on Instagram Gavin - @gavinallinson Nikki - @nikkifirefly Find out more about us by clicking Here Support us on Patreon Her...
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr 5 min
This week we welcome Ellevyn Irwin back to the show. Ellevyn is Chartered Physiotherapist who has worked with elite athletes whilst serving as the team Physio for Leinster Rugby, Donegal Senior Men’s GAA, Irish Senior Men’s International Basketball and Derry City F.C. In this week’s episode we are considering how best to recover from a HYROX or indeed any fitness race. We look at the pre-race steps that you can take to put yourself in the best position to recuperate from your event. We also exam...
Sep 18, 2024•1 hr 8 min
This week we are looking deeper into the mental aspect of HYROX with the UK’s Mental Health Ambassador Craig Brown. We consider all the important topics including motivation, anxiety and body image. We also look at whether it’s possible to have too much of a good thing. Finally we provide some tips of what to do if you are concerned about a friend. Follow Craig on IG - @ragefitnesscompany and @craig_brown_wellbeing Listen to Craig’s affirmation - https://open.spotify.com/episode/7D91k6IhyrNmFZoI...
Sep 11, 2024•57 min
This week we are previewing the UK 2025 DEKA FIT being held at Forders Gym in Birmingham. To assist us we have Emma Waring from Team Myzone and Ash Scriven from Forders Gym. Alongside Host Ian they will be providing you with all the information you need. This includes tips for every DEKA Zone that you will be able to use at any DEKA competition. Finally we also have the ever popular shout outs where we run down some of the athletes who will be there on the day. For more information about DEKA FI...
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 18 min
This week we are joined by James and Sam to discuss Nuclear Fit. Nuclear Fit is a race that is coming to the end of its second year with it’s season closing event on 28 September 2024. We discuss how the past two years have gone and what they have learned so far. We also chat about what athletes can expect in September and in 2025. Finally we provide lots of tips for athletes taking on a Nuclear Fit including the best shoes to wear. Find Nuclear Fit on Instagram - @nuclear.fit Sign up for Nuclea...
Aug 28, 2024•47 min
This week on the show we look towards some of the future stars of HYROX. Harry, Molly and Luke are all young athletes who have recently completed their first seasons in Fitness Racing. We learn more about how they found the sport and what they have learned so far. They also share their tips for young and old athletes alike. Finally we look to the season ahead and consider their upcoming goals. Follow our guests on Instagram Luke - @luke.ennis17 Molly - @mollyspeechershyrox Harry - @harry.crawfor...
Aug 21, 2024•50 min
This week we are discussing HYROX Doubles with Ciaran and Tony. We take a deep dive into those little tips and tricks to help you make the most out of your Doubles event. We also consider what you should do if you are racing for fun or with a partner with a different ability to you. Find our guests on IG Ciaran - @ciaran_fit4rox Tony - @revell_mtb Find out more about us by clicking Here Support us on Patreon Here for as little as £2 per month and get all your podcasts Early or Buy us a beer if y...
Aug 14, 2024•54 min
This week we are debating anti-doping in HYROX and Fitness Racing. This has been a topic which many listeners have requested that we consider given the ever increasing popularity of the sport. To assist us we have Mark Lewis and Terra Jackson. Mark is a well known YouTube personality who is on prescribed TRT. Terra is a former NCAA athlete who has experience of WADA testing. Alongside Host Ian they consider what the current anti-doping rules are, what steps can be taken if you are on prescriptio...
Aug 07, 2024•1 hr 7 min
