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In this episode of the Messy Middle Podcast, Alyssa Olenick and the TLM coaches recap their exhilarating experience at the HYROX weekend in DC. They discuss their individual races, training insights, and the camaraderie of competing as a team.

Trevor shares his solo race experience, highlighting his performance and areas for improvement, while Carly and Dani reflect on their doubles race, emphasizing the importance of communication and strategy. The conversation is filled with tips for aspiring racers and insights into the training methods that helped them succeed. In this conversation, the participants discuss their experiences and strategies related to HYROX training and racing.

They explore the importance of embracing discomfort in training, the differences between solo and doubles racing, and how to effectively pace during events. The discussion also highlights the distinctions between HYROX and CrossFit, as well as reflections on recent races and preparations for future competitions.

Topics Covered:

⏩ Hyrox race breakdown – What to expect

⏩ Best training strategies for strength + endurance

⏩ The difference between HYROX and CrossFit and why you need to run MORE>

⏩ What NOT to do when preparing for Hyrox

⏩ Q&A – Answering the most common Hyrox questions

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00:00 DC HYROX Weekend Recap

02:19 Trevor's Solo Race Insights

13:43 Carly and Dani's Doubles Experience

23:01 Strength Training for HYROX Preparation

24:51 The Importance of Baseline Fitness

26:57 Strategies for Event Pacing

29:41 Reflections on Race Strategy

33:23 The Balance of Strength and Endurance

36:52 Navigating the High Rocks Experience

39:04 Doubles vs. Solos: Which to Choose?

44:36 Understanding HYROX vs. CrossFit

49:57 Endurance Background and Pacing Strategies

52:54 Integrating CrossFit with High Rocks Training

54:51 Preparing for HYROX: Building a Strong Foundation

56:31 Race Reflections and Performance Analysis

01:01:56 Pacing Techniques and Race Strategy

01:10:11 Future Training Plans and Goals