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Simon "Evil Twin" and Steven Rayner join the show to discuss:CrossFit Masters coverage and frustration with the FloElite broadcast.Simon explains his work as a HYROX Master Judge and judging across CrossFit and weightlifting.How judging standards should differ between Elite 15, Pro, and mass participation athletes.The balance between strict standards, encouragement, and a positive race experience.Should fitness races create a true “just for fun” category?HYROX relay, doubles, and other ways to make fitness racing more accessible.How relay has evolved from an entry-level option into a competitive format.The Gauntlet format and what other fitness races can learn from it.Is Athex more HYROX-ish or CrossFit-ish?Why CrossFit may be the best training base for athletes who want to try every kind of fitness race.The role of Olympic lifting and gymnastics in overall fitness.Why CrossFit still feels intimidating to newcomers and how gyms can lower that barrier.Would CrossFit athletes beat HYROX athletes at Athex?Athex’s heavier Pro weights and the challenge of serving both elite athletes and mass participation racers.Simon’s upcoming judging plans, including XENOM and World Fitness Project.Handling DMs, negativity, and complaints within fitness racing.The “World Sucks Chart,” perspective, and finding a bigger purpose.XENOM’s prices, low participation, and whether it is trying to grow too quickly.Today’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comToday’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in. Book a demo here.Also by Stryd – Personalized Run Training. Powered by the Best Data. Experience the future of running with our most advanced power meter yet, combined with Adaptive Training.Find Simon and Steven on Instagram.Listen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG
Matt and Clayton race DEKA Mile teams.DEKA’s shirts, medals, and Spartan branding.Kevin’s 10-race DEKA Boston weekend.The cancelled DEKA New York event and missing prize money.DEKA Boston’s volunteer, production, and judging issues.Whether DEKA can fix its event format.HYROX ticket demand and RoxRadar.The rumored HYROX Elite Series schedule, including Bangkok, Las Vegas, and Lyon.BTWE, China’s new fitness race, and its prize money.LT Games adds more spots.First thoughts on the new Apex Fitness Race.Matt, Cheryl, and Kevin talk about Matt’s first DEKA Mile teams race with Clayton, DEKA’s shirts and medals, and Kevin’s 10-race weekend in Boston. They also get into the cancelled DEKA New York event, prize money, volunteer and judging problems, HYROX ticket demand, RoxRadar, the rumored Elite Series schedule, BTWE’s prize money in China, LT Games, and the new Apex Fitness Race.Today’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in.Book a demo here.Today’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comAlso by Stryd – Personalized Run Training. Powered by the Best Data. Experience the future of running with our most advanced power meter yet, combined with Adaptive Training.Listen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG
Andrea Ferroni answers HYROX judging questions:HYROX’s new Core Head Judge program explained.Why the role may be difficult for judges with full-time jobs.Why HYROX needs more local teams as the schedule expands.The coming HYROX Head Judge course.Overjudging, standardization, and social media criticism.Why the new Burpee Broad Jump rule could be a nightmare.How often athletes actually argue with judges.The right way to give athletes feedback during a race.Keeping HYROX fun as the sport gets more serious.Then Sir Bryan from House Darling talks Episode 5 of House Of The Dragon.Criston Cole’s Descent Into MadnessAegon and Larys Become a Great PairingOscar Tully Continues to WinAlicent Plays the Game of ThronesDaemon’s Big Speech and Westerosi PoliticsThe Freys, Harrenhal, and History Repeating ItselfReligion vs. Dragons in WesterosWinners and Losers From Episode 5Matt’s Possible New House of the Dragon CatsOur final chat is with Andre from GymRaceHow a failed 2019 indoor event led to GymRace.Why GymRace is expanding across the Netherlands, Germany, UK, and France.Inside the GymRace format: five 1K runs and 10 workout zones.Pro and Open weights explained.Using AI rep counters for kettlebell swings and wall balls.The Heavy division and possible future prize money.GymRace’s plans for 2027 and why quality comes before expansion.Today’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in.Book a demo here.Today’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comAlso by Stryd – Personalized Run Training. Powered by the Best Data. Experience the future of running with our most advanced power meter yet, combined with Adaptive Training.Listen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG
Matt and Dave cover as much as they can in one hour. Cheryl is off this week. We talked for a few minutes and forgot to record. So you get the best of what we can give you in hour before Dave had to take his son to the airport.00:00 HTX testing and the road to an official launch03:32 ATHX Los Angeles, pricing, and U.S. expansion08:15 ATHX’s heavier 2027 workouts and mass-participation question20:53 Apex Athlete: a new fitness combine-style event26:58 HYROX’s new Elite Athlete Experience Manager job35:07 Why “world record” should actually mean something39:34 HYROX’s worldwide schedule, Salt Lake City, and Canada’s missing races55:21 DEKA Boston, judging, and the volunteer problemMetL™ is todays presenting sponsor. It is a caffeine-free focus and performance beverage that is formulated with nootropics (including Bacopa and L-Theanine), polyphenols, and essential vitamins, it is designed to provide clean, jitter-free mental clarity and sustained steady performance without the crash of traditional energy drinksLearn more at metldrink.comListen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG
Once in a while it's nice to take a break from wall balls. Bryan of House Darling and Matt B. Davis break down all the amazing action, death, betrayals, and more from Season 3. Episode 4 of House Of The Dragon. AKA HotD.They talk Sheepstealer and Rhaena, Daemon’s unexpected dad moment, Aegon’s possible redemption arc, Ormund Hightower, Rhaenyra rebuilding her small council, a simple solution to a rat problem, and why the show is starting to make both sides of the Dance more complicated.
Rich Ryan Breaks Down HYROX's New Burpee Broad Jump RuleWhy HYROX Doesn't Use Painted Lines for StandardsHunter McIntyre's No Rep Controversy at Worlds: Was It Fair?HYROX's Secret Rulebook ProblemRich Ryan on Racing Elite 15 for 5+ Years: Same Core Group, Tighter MarginsThe HYROX Ownership Sale Rumors: What Athletes Actually KnowRich Ryan's Content Strategy: Why He Won't Do ClickbaitElite 15 Schedule Expansion and Doubles/Singles Points System ConcernsWomen's Field Depth Explosion in HYROX EliteToday’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in.Book a demo here.Today’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comAlso by Stryd – Personalized Run Training. Powered by the Best Data. Experience the future of running with our most advanced power meter yet, combined with Adaptive Training.Listen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG
DEKA Chicago production improvements and attendance.Lauren Weeks races doubles with Kevin Gregory.DEKA participation, growth, and gym challenges.New DEKA Gym vs. Gym competition explained.Qualification deadline changes frustrate affiliates.DEKA's new bike and machine updates.LT Games registration confusion.HYROX ticket alerts with RocksRadar.Rumored HYROX North America schedule coming this week.HYROX launching a formal Head Judge program.Today’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in.Book a demo here.Today’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comAlso by Stryd – Personalized Run Training. Powered by the Best Data. Experience the future of running with our most advanced power meter yet, combined with Adaptive Training.Listen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG
Morgan Schulz returns to the show to break down an emotional HYROX World Championships in Stockholm.She shares the full story behind her asthma flare-up that forced her to withdraw from the Elite 15 singles race, the difficult decision to continue racing doubles the next day, and the medical issues she experienced after crossing the finish line.Morgan also talks about the support she received from fellow athletes, the challenge of balancing health with elite competition, her plans to get healthy for the fall season, and whether she and Kat will race the new Elite 15 series.Finally, we discuss the future of HYROX, race tickets and the Elite 15 license system, the Chicago Bears, true crime documentaries, and life away from racingLindsay BessegatoLindsay joins the show to talk about her journey from competitive hockey and CrossFit to becoming one of Canada's top HYROX athletes.She discusses qualifying for the Elite 15, representing Team Canada, working with coach Cole Sager, and why Miami was one of the toughest races of her career as she dealt with significant health challenges.Lindsay also opens up about years of underfueling, disordered eating, and the process of rebuilding her health while learning to fuel performance instead of chasing a certain body image. She explains how that has changed her training, confidence, and outlook heading into the HYROX World Championships.Finally, we talk about racing doubles and relays at Worlds, balancing strength with endurance, social media, sponsorships, and her goals for the future.House Of The Dragon Season 3 Episode 3Rhaenyra's difficult first days as queen.Daemon's confrontation with Ormund Hightower.The reveal of Daeron Targaryen and his dragon.Why everyone seems willing to challenge Rhaenyra.Corlys confronts Rhaenyra over legitimizing his sons.The growing role of Alicent as Rhaenyra's advisor.The rat crisis, the smallfolk, and ruling the realm.Ulf, Hugh Hammer, and the newest dragonriders.The Tumbleton campaign and what comes next.Winners, losers, and predictions after Episode 3.Today’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in.Book a demo here.Today’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comAlso by Stryd – Personalized Run Training. Powered by the Best Data. Experience the future of running with our most advanced power meter yet, combined with Adaptive Training.Listen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG
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