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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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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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.

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

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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.

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)

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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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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.
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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