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Sophia Parvizi-Wayne is an Elite 15 Hyrox athlete, tech founder, and has recently been listed in the Forbes 30 Under 30 — but in this episode, we go beyond the titles. Sophia opens up about the reality of chasing high performance in more than one area of life, why true balance doesn’t really exist, and what happened when trying to do it all finally caught up with her on race day in Melbourne. We t...

We’re kicking off 2026 the only way that felt right — with Joanna Wietrzyk back on the podcast. Jo was our very first guest of 2025, and since then, her career has gone stratospheric. From racing just a handful of times in Australia to Elite 15 Major wins, world podiums, and now a dream weekend racing on home soil in Melbourne — this season has been next level. In this episode, we dive into what l...

In this episode, we’re joined by physiotherapist, trail runner and running-rehab specialist Sophie Vecchione for an in-depth conversation on RED-S, stress fractures, hormones and long-term athlete health. We explore why injuries like stress fractures are becoming increasingly common, how low energy availability and under-recovery impact the body, and why understanding hormonal health is essential...

Today’s episode is a CrossFit × HYROX crossover with Lucy McGonigle & Holly Tynan — two elite CrossFit athletes who stepped onto the Hyrox race floor in Dublin to test themselves in a very different arena. Holly, a multiple-time CrossFit semi-finalist, and Lucy, who made her CrossFit Games debut this season, chat through why they decided to give HYROX a go, how they approached the running-heav...

In this episode, we sit down with Eilidh , a coach at Elation in Glasgow, Graham Hallidays gym and an incredible Scottish Hyrox athlete making a name for herself in the space. She shares how she went from trying the movements for the first time (with hilarious old videos to prove it!) to becoming fully hooked on the sport. Eilidh opens up about starting out as the last person in her first Hyrox cl...

This week we sit down with runner, creator and women’s coach Lily Collyer , whose fitness journey took off when she moved to Dubai. Over the last four years she’s taken on 24 hours of burpees, a 100K ultra, and multiple marathons — all while fundraising for mental health charities and sharing her story online. Lily opens up about: The transition from ultras to speed-focused marathon training (“I w...

In this week’s episode, we sit down with the insanely talented Laura Belgrave — the creative force behind LB Visuals and one of the standout visual storytellers in the Hyrox space.  Lauras ability to capture emotion, intensity and real human grit is unmatched — but her journey to becoming a videographer wasn’t linear. In fact, it started with being made redundant twice , losing her confidence, que...

This week we’re joined by the incredible Bryony Keys — an athlete whose story is equal parts heartbreaking, inspiring and unbelievably powerful. Bryony opens up about the tragic accident that left 75% of her foot shattered, the months of uncertainty that followed, and the mental battle of coming back from an injury that threatened to take running away from her completely. She talks honestly about...

This week we’re joined by Amy and Rosie Walsh — identical twin sisters taking the Hyrox world by storm. They are currently your U24 Women's Pro Doubles World Record Holders. Still early in their athletic journey, Amy and Rosie have already made a big impression — not just with their race times, but with their energy, humility, and love for the sport. We talk about what it’s like to compete sid...

This week, we’re joined by Kat Parnell — a former footballer turned Elite Hyrox athlete who’s learned that mindset can make or break performance. Kat shares how a simple shift in perspective helped her unlock one of her best performances yet — a 1:01 solo race in Birmingham. She also talks about reuniting with her old football friend Jade Skillen to take on a doubles race, which led to competing i...

This week we’re joined by Georgie Ricks , a PCOS coach, nutritionist, and personal trainer who’s helping women understand their hormones and finally feel at home in their bodies. Georgie opens up about her own 15-year journey living with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) — from struggling with unexplained weight gain, anxiety, and skin issues, to feeling completely lost and frustrated by a lack of...

This week we’re joined by Zara Piergianni, who’s fresh off the back of an incredible performance at the Hyrox Hamburg Major, where she and Gabriella Moriarty secured third place and punched their ticket to the World Championships. We chat through that tense race — including the penalty box moment — and how she’s been navigating change this season, from a new coach and new training approach to redi...

In this episode, we chat with Sam Bilbie — three-time HYROX Age Group World Champion, four-time world record holder, and proof that age is never a limit. At 51, Sam is still getting faster, stronger, and more competitive. She shares how her approach to training, recovery, and mindset has evolved — and the lessons she’s learned about consistency, self-belief, and trusting the process. Whether you’r...

In this episode we’re joined by Jane Erbacher, founder of Erg Army, we like to call her “Queen of the Ergs.” Jane’s energy is unmatched, and so is her knowledge. We dive into her two favourite things - the Rower and the Ski Erg and how to use these to your advantage in your upcoming Hyrox season! So many incredible takeaways for training and racing. We also talk about her experience at the Red Bul...

This week on the Atalanta Podcast we’re joined by Jennifer Muir , follownig her debut this summer at the CrossFit Games . Jen shares the highs and lows of competing on the biggest stage in Crossfit, what it takes to develop the mindset of an elite athlete, and why passion has to be at the centre of everything you do. From building an engine that underpins every workout to learning new skills and e...

This week we chat to Georgie Bullock, 5x Hyrox podium finisher, personal trainer and online coach, passionate about helping others on their own fitness journey. In this episode, Georgie opens up about the highs and lows of her training, how she reframed her mindset to focus on what her body can do rather than how it looks, and the lessons she’s learned along the way.  Georgie talks us through the...

This week’s guest is none other than Renee McGregor – one of the leading voices in sports nutrition, RED-S, and hormonal health. She’s worked with Olympic and Commonwealth athletes, written bestselling books, and is also a trail and ultra runner herself. We dive into everything from fuelling for performance to the realities of RED-S, how hormones impact training, and why nutrition is about so much...

This week we’re joined by Kayti Simonson – Canadian HYROX athlete, lawyer, public speaker, and all-round powerhouse. She raced in the Elite 15 Doubles at Worlds in Chicago with Kris Rugloski and represented Canada in the relay, but when she’s not on the competition floor you’ll find her in the courtroom… or out on the trails with a mountain bike. We chat about: ✨ Balancing a demanding career with...

This week, we sit down with Carla Molinaro — elite runner, coach, and world record holder for running the entire length of the UK in just 12 days. 🏆 Carla’s career is stacked with achievements: 50K World Champion (2023), podium finishes at the legendary Comrades Marathon and Two Oceans Marathon, plus countless ultra-distance adventures that push the limits of endurance. In this episode, Carla sha...

This week, we’re joined by elite trail and ultra runner Holly Wootten — a powerhouse across the trails, fells, sky, and ultra distances. Fresh off her win at the Helvellyn Sky Ultra, Holly breaks down what it takes to race one of the UK’s most technical mountains and how those experiences have shaped her approach to competition. She also shares her recent race experience at the 247 event at Riving...

This week we sit down with Em Pitomaki , LSKD’s Athlete Manager. LSKD is currently one of the fastest growing activewear brands in Australia and it’s one that we feel very grateful to be a part of.  We chat about how LSKD’s community and brand values shape everything they do, the “1% better every day” mindset, and what they’re really looking for when teaming up with athletes. Em gives us an inside...

Since our last episode (this time last year), Lauren Weeks has smashed another HYROX season — 3 major wins, a World Championship title in Elite Doubles with Lauren Griffith, 3rd in Elite Solo, and a relay race that got everyone talking. But it’s not just the results. Lauren is known as one of the most welcoming and encouraging athletes in the Elite 15, and in this episode, you’ll hear exactly why....

In this episode, we chat with Emma Dearden – HYROX athlete, coach, school teacher, and proud member of the Scotland relay team at the latest HYROX World Champs. Emma shares her journey from CrossFit to HYROX, how she found her spark again after burnout, and what it means to juggle high-level training with a full-time teaching role. She's not just competing – she's leading by example and inspiring...

In this episode, we sit down with powerhouse sisters Margot and Charlotte Vandenlindenloof – the Belgian sisters who’ve made a name for themselves in Hyrox! Fresh off their 5th place finish in the Elite Women’s Doubles at the Chicago World Champs , the duo reflects on what it took to get there and how their bond has shaped their success. We chat about their journey into the sport, what it’s like t...

This week we’re joined by adaptive athlete and nutrition coach Sydney Peterson, who’s redefining what strength and performance look like. After watching her take on the Hyrox World Champs in Chicago, we knew we had to sit down with her. In this episode, Sydney shares what it’s like to compete in the first season of the Hyrox Adaptive Invitational, her training approach while living with cerebral p...