RMR Training Podcast

Brakken Kraker is a longtime coach, elite athlete, and co-host of the popular podcast, The Running Public.

In this conversation, we dive into the early days of coaching hybrid athletes, how the hybrid training and how the landscape has evolved.

Brakken shares practical insights on training compromised running, structuring sessions around fatigue, and developing athletes who can perform when it matters most.

Whether you’re a coach, competitive hybrid athlete, or endurance enthusiast, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways.

00:00 — Intro with Bracken Kraker
07:30 — Early coaching days
24:45 — Coaching systems vs real coaching
36:20 — Compromised running for HYROX
52:10 — How long HYROX progress really takes

Are you making critical mistakes before your next HYROX race?

In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan and Meg Jacoby break down the biggest mistakes athletes make leading into an A race — especially HYROX World Championships, New York, and major competitions. From overtraining and panic workouts to cutting weight too close to race day, this conversation covers exactly what NOT to do if you want to perform at your highest level.

00:00 – Intro: The Biggest HYROX Race Prep Mistakes
05:42 – Why “Cramming Fitness” Before Race Day Backfires
18:10 – The Mental Pressure That Destroys Performance
32:25 – Why Cutting Weight Before HYROX Is a Huge Mistake
49:40 – The Long-Term Mindset Elite Athletes Use to Improve

Rich Ryan breaks down his HYROX Ottawa win, sharing elite race strategies, LT1 training insights, mental toughness tactics, and race-day nutrition tips.

Learn how to pace smarter, fuel properly, and improve your HYROX performance from one of the sport’s top athletes.

00:00 – HYROX Ottawa Race Recap & Winning by 1 Second

09:12 – How to Approach a HYROX B-Race Properly

22:45 – Mental Toughness Strategies That Changed My Racing

39:18 – LT1 Training & Why Zone 3 Running Works for HYROX

58:04 – Race Nutrition, Carb Fueling & Gel Strategy ExplainedReady to take your HYROX training to the next level?

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Traveling internationally for HYROX or a big endurance race?

In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan, Meg Jacoby, and Ryan Kent break down exactly how to travel, recover, and still perform at a high level when crossing time zones.

From jet lag and sleep strategies to race week nutrition, hydration, supplements, and mindset, this episode is packed with practical advice for athletes heading to HYROX Worlds, major races, or any endurance event abroad.

We cover:

How early to arrive before race day

The best way to handle jet lagTravel nutrition and hydration tips

What to pack in your carry-onHow to recover after long flights

Training adjustments while traveling

Common mistakes athletes make before big races

Mental strategies when travel goes wrongWhether you’re flying to HYROX Worlds, racing overseas for the first time, or just trying to survive race-week travel, this episode will help you show up ready to perform.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Full Squad Intro + HYROX New York Talk

06:24 – Best Travel Advice for International Racing

12:04 – Sleep, Jet Lag & Adjusting to New Time Zones

20:19 – Performance Expectations While Traveling

33:25 – Nutrition, Supplements & Travel Recovery Tips

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If you want to improve your HYROX performance, you don’t just need to run more—you need to run smarter.

In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan breaks down the 5 most effective running workouts for HYROX, ranked from least to most impactful.

This isn’t about random speed work—it’s about building the right engine, improving efficiency, and learning how to actually translate running into race performance.

You’ll learn:

Why traditional sprint training can hurt your HYROX results

How to build speed without sacrificing endurance

The most effective way to train threshold for race day

How to combine running + HYROX workouts for maximum transfer

Whether you’re preparing for your first race or chasing a PR, this episode will change how you approach running.

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00:00 – Why “running faster” isn’t what you think

03:45 – #5 Hill Sprints (Build power without burnout)

10:20 – #4 Efficiency Reps (Run faster with better form)

18:15 – #3 LT1 Training (The missing aerobic key)

28:40 – Threshold Training Mistakes (Why most athletes get this wrong)

42:10 – The BEST way to combine running + HYROX workouts

Watch the new episode from Race Brain HYROX Create-A-Player Draft: Building the Ultimate Athlete

https://youtu.be/d4pz1DUka60?si=lbbhKzxTHUNjDtr8

Quick heads up—the intro audio is a little rough on this one. Stick with it though… the rest of the episode is solid and definitely worth your time.

What happens when elite HYROX athletes hit 40—and keep getting better?In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan and Ryan Kent dive into the evolution of training, performance, and mindset as aging athletes in HYROX and endurance sports. From improving running performance and experimenting with new training methods to optimizing recovery, fueling strategies, and race prep, this conversation breaks down what actually moves the needle.

00:00 – Training, Racing & Turning 40How performance, mindset, and goals shift as athletes age

08:30 – Shoe Talk: What Actually Works for RacingBreaking down super shoes, feel vs performance, and race-day decisions

18:45 – High-Carb Fueling & Recovery GainsWhy fueling during runs is a game changer for endurance and recovery

32:10 – Volume vs Intensity in HYROX TrainingWhy more running doesn’t always mean better HYROX performance

52:00 – Finding Weaknesses & Leveling Up at Any AgeHow identifying gaps in training leads to long-term improvement

If you’re trying to figure out how to train for HYROX, this episode breaks it all down—without the guesswork.

We dive into HYROX training strategies, how to balance strength and endurance, and what actually matters when it comes to improving your race performance. Whether you’re a beginner or already competing, this will help you train with more purpose and get better results.

A lot of people are doing the work… but not always the right work. This is about dialing things in so your training actually transfers to race day.

If you’re serious about getting better at HYROX, this is where you start.

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00:00 – How to Train for HYROX (Overview)
What most people get wrong when starting HYROX training.

06:45 – HYROX Endurance Training Explained
How to build an engine that actually holds up on race day.

18:20 – Strength vs Conditioning for HYROX
Finding the right balance so you don’t leave performance on the table.

34:10 – HYROX Race Strategy & Pacing Tips
How to pace your race without blowing up halfway through.

52:30 – Key HYROX Training Takeaways
Simple adjustments you can make right now to improve performance.

If you’ve ever wondered how to actually train smarter for HYROX—not just harder—this episode is for you.

Rich Ryan dives into a full HYROX Q&A covering Zone 3 training, how to approach threshold work on the ergs, and what really matters when it comes to nutrition and performance.

This isn’t theory—it’s what elite athletes are actually doing right now to get faster, stronger, and more efficient.

We also get into year-round training strategy, how to structure your season, and the small details (like stroke rate, pacing, and fueling) that can make or break your race.

If you’re serious about improving your HYROX performance, this is one you’ll want to take notes on.

00:00 – Intro + What this HYROX Q&A covers

01:00 – Zone 3 training: Is it worth it for HYROX?

05:30 – Erg training: Aerobic vs Threshold work explained

12:45 – Stroke rate, damper, and pacing strategy on ergs

20:10 – Nutrition, bulking, and fueling for performance

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In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich sits down with Meg Jacoby to talk through the injury that’s forcing her to step away from competition for now. Meg opens up about her meniscus tear, the hard decision to pull out, and what it looks like to handle setbacks without letting them define you.

The conversation goes deep into grief, resilience, adapting training, and learning how to focus on what you can do when things don’t go according to plan. This one is honest, practical, and really valuable for any athlete dealing with frustration, injury, or a season that suddenly changes.

8:16 – Meg explains her knee injury, how it happened, and why she had to make the call to step away from racing
12:19 – The moment she realizes lining up in Poland could do more damage than good
17:29 – Managing expectations, staying neutral, and not letting hope turn into emotional whiplash
24:17 – How Meg kept training hard by adapting instead of shutting everything down
29:02 – Why she’s removed the timeline and is focusing on healing, smart rehab, and the long game

This episode dives into one of the most misunderstood parts of training—volume. Not just “more is better,” but what actually moves the needle. We break down how to structure it, how to scale it, and why chasing volume blindly can backfire hard.

The real takeaway? It’s not about doing more… it’s about doing what matters, consistently, over time.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re doing too little, too much, or just spinning your wheels—this one’s for you.

00:01:50 – What “volume” really means in HYROX training
00:05:26 – Low vs high volume: what actually works in practice
00:07:28 – Why most athletes benefit from more low-intensity work
00:22:08 – The 10% rule and how to safely build volume over time
00:58:56 – The biggest mistake: chasing volume instead of progress