Episodios

  • How Half Marathon Training Impacts HYROX Performance
    Nov 23 2025

    In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan sits down with Meg Jacoby fresh off her half marathon PR to unpack what distance racing feels like through a HYROX lens. They compare the “grind” of a half marathon versus the constant high-threshold demand of HYROX, why heart rate behaves so differently in each event, and what that means for pacing and expectations.Sponsored by Roxopt — the #1 HYROX analytics tool to help you train smarter and race better. Free custom report in the show notes. https://www.roxopt.com/00:00 – Roxopt sponsor + intro, Meg fresh off a half marathon PR07:45 – Half marathon “grind” vs HYROX grind: why they feel totally different18:30 – Should HYROX athletes run a half/full marathon to get faster? Real tradeoffs33:10 – Taper talk: why not tapering is “tomfoolery” + how Meg tapered for the half45:20 – Fueling & recovery: gels, carbs per hour, sodium/magnesium, and common mistakes


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  • Rich Ryan on Training Smarter for HYROX: Threshold Work, Sled Domination & Elite Mindset
    Nov 16 2025

    HYROX elite Rich Ryan breaks down his training evolution—from mastering sleds to dialing in threshold sessions and mindset. A must-listen for athletes chasing faster, smarter racing.


    0:00 – Why This Episode Matters
    Rich kicks things off solo while Meg and Kent are away racing, sharing why this conversation with strength coach John Patton hits differently—because he’s the one getting grilled this time.

    4:20 – Reflecting on His Fastest HYROX Season Yet
    Rich talks improvements, racing with confidence, and why going out hard at Worlds wasn’t a mistake—but a milestone.

    17:55 – The Sled Push/Pull Blueprint
    From fear to domination: Rich breaks down the exact process he used to become one of the strongest sled athletes in the sport, including the 3 pillars of sled training.

    36:10 – The Threshold Training Revolution
    Rich explains how tracking time in low Zone 4 completely redefined his HYROX fitness—and why these long, grindy sessions might be the key you’re avoiding.

    1:07:40 – Mindset, Longevity & What’s Next
    How Rich handles pain, avoids overtraining, and stays competitive at 39. Plus, what he’s experimenting with next (VBT, lactate testing, and maybe even VO₂ masks).


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  • Short-Term Setbacks, Long-Term Wins // HYROX Recaps from Meg and Kent.
    Nov 10 2025

    In this episode, we break down two very different race stories with one common theme — resilience. Ryan reflects on his race in Atlanta, where an unexpected obstacle early on forced him to adjust on the fly and test his mindset mid-race. Meanwhile, Meg came out swinging in Maastricht, putting together her best race yet after nearly a year of rebuilding.

    We unpack what these performances mean, how each athlete’s training will change (or stay the same), and what lessons you can take into your own prep — whether you’re racing through setbacks or building back stronger.

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    00:00 – Intro & Roxop Shoutout
    Why race analytics matter and how data helps you become a smarter HYROX athlete.

    05:40 – Sled Lane Controversy & Race Frustrations
    Kent breaks down the infamous “rippled carpet” issue and how uncontrollable factors affect elite races.

    25:15 – Meg’s Training Discipline & Ego-Free Approach
    How Meg rebuilt her fitness post-injury through consistency, intentionality, and boring-but-brilliant training.

    47:30 – Mindset, Faith, and Overcoming Fear of Failure
    Meg opens up about self-doubt, rebuilding confidence, and choosing faith over fear in elite sport.

    1:05:00 – Race Strategy, Recovery & What’s Next
    Kent and Meg preview Chicago, Dallas, and Anaheim — plus insights on how to stay ready for every start line.

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  • How to Build a Running program for HYROX
    Nov 3 2025

    Running is the glue that holds your HYROX together. In this solo episode, I break down exactly how to build race-ready speed and durability with a smarter process: the right mix of threshold work, one weekly compromised run, efficient mechanics, plyometrics, and mobility that actually keeps you moving well on race day.


    Grab the free HYROX Running Guide + sample week in the show notes. It’s the blueprint for our new Run 2.0 inside the RMR Training app. Share this with a teammate who needs faster runs and cleaner stations.


    What you’ll learn:

    Why “just running more” isn’t enough for HYROX

    How to pair a run-only quality with a compromised run each week

    The underrated strength that runners skip (calves, knees, deep squats)

    Efficiency boosters: strides, plyos, hip extension, backward walking

    Mobility for the lumbar–pelvic–rib cage system so your form holds under fatigue

    If this helps, drop a rating/review and send it to a friend. See you at Dallas/Chicago—let’s go.



    00:00 Free HYROX Running Guide + what’s inside Run 2.0

    03:10 The “bread recipe” of running: process ingredients

    10:25 Runner-specific strength that prevents breakdown (calves, deep squats, knee flexion)

    18:40 Compromised running vs. pure run workouts—how to structure both

    27:55 Efficiency & mobility stack: strides, plyometrics, hip extension, backward walking


    Free Guide for Running for HYROX

    https://www.rmr.training/hyrox-running-blueprint


    Join the RMR Training App and Use our Running for HYROX 2.0 Programhttps://www.rmr.training/rmr-app-pod

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  • The Interference Effect for HYROX Training
    Oct 26 2025

    Hybrid athletes, listen up — we unpack the interference effect and how to balance strength and endurance without killing your performance.



    00:00 – Intro + Race Prep Talk
    Rich, Ryan, and Meg catch up on race schedules, training tweaks, and why “tapering” looks different in hybrid season.

    15:45 – The Interference Effect Explained
    What happens when you train strength and endurance at the same time — and why hybrid athletes can’t ignore it.

    28:30 – How to Train Without Burning Out
    Meg breaks down how she structures sessions to balance lifting and running (and why timing matters more than volume).

    47:00 – Hypertrophy vs. Strength for HYROX
    The crew debates muscle size vs. power — and which lifts actually help race performance.

    1:02:50 – Nutrition, Recovery, and Mindset Shifts
    Fueling strategies, training the gut, and letting go of old “bodybuilder” habits to perform at your best.


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  • The Danger of Overtraining for HYROX
    Oct 19 2025

    HYROX training got you guessing? In this episode, we break down overtraining vs under-recovering, what coaches really mean by “junk miles,” how to use Zone 2 without losing speed, and the strength work that actually carries to race day. With Meg Jacoby and Ryan Kent, we cover weekly structure, heart-rate pitfalls for beginners, unilateral strength, and practical recovery (sleep, carbs, stress management).


    What you’ll learn

    How to spot under-recovery before it becomes a plateau

    When Zone 2 helps (and when it’s just slow shuffling)

    The “gray zone” trap & how to structure hard/easy days

    Why individualized PT: blanket advice

    Simple recovery wins: sleep, carbs, and non-training stress relief


    Chapters

    00:00 – Intro + Roxop sponsor, why data matters

    07:12 – Surgeon vs. Physio: longevity, back-to-run, unilateral strength

    18:45 – “Junk miles” & Zone 2: beginner heart rate, walk/jog strategy, cadence/positions

    34:20 – The gray zone trap: stacking intensity, weekly design that actually works

    49:05 – Fast fixes: sleep, carbs, stress outlets + race updates (Atlanta, Chicago doubles, Stuttgart)


    Work with us

    Coaching & programs for HYROX and hybrid athletes—DM or check the link in the show notes.


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  • Planning your Training after a Race
    Oct 12 2025

    RMR Training Podcast returns with Rich Ryan, Meg Jacoby, and Kent breaking down their HYROX season openers, the Boston race recap, Elite 15 controversy, athlete mindset shifts, and new penalty rules shaking up the sport. Hear how top athletes balance performance, pressure, and perspective heading into the 2025 season.👉 Listen now for strategy, stories, and behind-the-scenes HYROX insight!

    00:00 – Season Kickoff + Sponsor Shoutout
    Rich opens the episode with a nod to Roxop, the game-changing HYROX analytics tool, before catching up with Meg and Kent on their first races of the season.

    18:45 – Kent’s Boston Comeback
    Kent dives deep into his season opener—how he rebuilt confidence, executed his race plan, and rediscovered his competitive edge after time away from the Elite 15.

    49:12 – The Generational Shift in HYROX
    The crew debates whether a new wave of young athletes is truly taking over—and what experience, composure, and perspective still bring to the sport.

    1:08:03 – Race Mindset and Motivation Shifts
    Rich, Kent, and Meg share how their “win or nothing” mentalities have evolved into a more grounded approach—one that fuels longevity and joy in the sport.

    1:42:17 – Chalk Controversy and Penalty Debates
    They unpack the season’s first major rule dispute, from the chalk scandal to penalty box drama, and how HYROX can create fairer, more transparent standards moving forward.


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    📲 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen!


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  • HYROX Hamburg Recap: Race Tactics Review
    Oct 6 2025

    Rich breaks down a wild HYROX weekend in Hamburg—what worked, what didn’t, and how he’ll level up next. Get a candid race-grade on tactics, training, and mindset, plus the exact tweaks he’s making to close the gap on a Worlds spot. Expect steady-pace strategy talk, sleds vs. runs, burpee judging pitfalls, why heavy strength still matters (hello, farmers & lunges), and the 1% mental slip that’s still bugging him.
    If you’re chasing your next HYROX PR, this episode gives you actionable pacing ideas, training structure you can steal, and a gut-check on the headspace required to finish strong.
    Subscribe for more HYROX breakdowns and grab coaching, programs, and community in the RMR Training app.


    00:00 – Welcome from Hamburg + community shoutouts
    03:49 – New race tactic: steady pacing vs. “hammer the sleds”
    11:17 – Sleds to burpees: gains made, penalties avoided (and what backfired)
    19:34 – Training takeaways: threshold running, biomechanics, and heavy strength gaps
    26:40 – Mental game & the 1% that slipped: owning the wall balls and the last run


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