HYROX Rundown presented by Race Brain

HYROX Phoenix preview with the Racerbrain crew and Greg (The Rox Life): course map chaos, Elite 15 power rankings for men and women, big debates at the top, and a little classic HYROX madness to close it out. 00:00 — Full crew reunion + Greg “Voice of HYROX” energy, warm intros, and immediate chaos 08:45 — HYROX Phoenix course map breakdown: why the layout is… a decision (traffic engineer rant inc...

The boys are back: Matt Mason, Dawson Miller, and Jack Bower break down the most up-to-date HYROX regional rankings and what’s about to change with Phoenix + Warsaw still ahead. We go deep on: North America bubble battles (who sneaks into the Top 15?) Women’s shakeups (injuries, comebacks, and sleepers) Europe = absolute mayhem (Elite 15 talent outside the Top 15) APAC strategy (travel vs. playing...

The HYROX Rundown is back — with a slightly broken voice and fully unbroken opinions. We recap the first half of the HYROX season, hit lightning-round surprises, break down Elite 15 tiers for men and women. 00:00 — Host is down bad: laryngitis vibes, ear infection, and “adults can get these?” 03:05 — Jack sits next to an 1984 Olympic gold medalist on a flight (casual flex) 10:40 — Lightning Round:...

Elite 15 doubles just went down and it delivered: a new world record, brutal close finishes for Worlds spots, and a big debate on why some HYROX courses feel “fast” (or cursed). We also rip through key weekend results across Europe + the U.S., plus the wall ball chaos that decides careers in the last 90 seconds.00:00 – Elite 15 doubles break is over… and the Wisconsin boys are “under 200” (alleged...

00:00 – Draft Disasters & Sleepless Melbourne Watch Party Caffeine, chaos, and the worst fantasy draft performance of all time. 12:45 – Joanna vs Lauren: Is There a New Queen of HYROX? Head-to-head stats, station dominance, and why this isn’t a fluke anymore. 29:30 – Lucy Proctor’s Breakout & Racing Your Own Race 22 years old, world qualification secured, and elite composure beyond her age...

HYROX Melbourne is days away and the squad drafts their fantasy Elite 15: bold picks, home-soil bias, hot takes, and a whole lot of sled slander. 0:00 – Squad reunion & instant chaos 6:52 – Hunter McIntyre talk + no sunscreen in Florida 19:45 – “Stop sprinting Run 1” DEKA pacing rant 45:11 – HYROX Melbourne draft kicks off 1:36:17 – Wild card picks and pure draft madness 🕒 5 Timestamp Highlig...

Matt, Debo, and Coach Anthony break down DEKA FIT Worlds, Brooklyn & Grayson’s big wins, then dive into the insanely fast London HYROX course and what it means for Elite 15 spots. Melbourne predictions, doubles drama, and plenty of snark along the way. 👉 Sign up for the newsletter: https://www.racebrain.media/the-race-brain-drop-vol-24/ 00:00 – Intros & chaos with Debo and Anthony 13:40 –...

HYROX is exploding — and firefighter/hybrid monster Jack Driscoll is right in the blast radius. In this deep-dive interview, Matt Mason sits down with one of the fastest-rising athletes in the sport. They break down Jack’s insane training volume, strength-to-endurance transformation, nutrition, recovery while working 24-hour shifts, Elite 15 hopes, the doubles partnership with Ryan Douglas, and wh...

Matt Mason is fresh off getting starched in Dallas and crowned Hyrox’s biggest troll, and the Race Brain crew is here to break everything down. In this episode, Matt, Michelle, and Jack Bauer recap a wild weekend of HYROX races from Shanghai, Bordeaux, and Dallas , including huge performances from Camilla Massa, Jack Driscoll, and elite doubles teams throwing down insane times. Then the squad shif...

Hyrox Chicago and Dublin delivered absolute chaos: Cole Learn drops a 54:36, Lauren Weekes fires a 58:12 comeback, Raw Dog doubles up with a 57:07, and Dublin’s doubles plus Spitgate drama keep the Elite 15 race heated. We break down pro doubles, pro singles, course conditions, exploding times, new drug testing for pro card athletes, and what it all means for Melbourne and the future of Hyrox. 00:...

Dive into the most chaotic, most passionate, and most statistically-petty HYROX Power Rankings yet. Matt, Greg from RoxLyf, Jack “Facts Don’t Care About Feelings” Bauer, and Michelle Navarro debate the top-five men and women heading into the 2025 season — featuring Meg Jacoby’s monster comeback, Joanna’s reign of terror, Dylan vs. Tim drama, and whether Hunter McIntyre should still be on the list....

.Race Brain dives into HYROX Atlanta & Stuttgart—Meg Jacoby’s return, Dylan Scott’s monster win, and record-breaking performances shaking up the Elite 15. 00:00 – Can Matt & BK Run a 4x4?The boys debate if two washed-up track guys could survive a Wisconsin conference meet. Spoiler: no chance. 15:20 – HYROX Fixes the Elite Card FiascoBK breaks down the HYROX pro card controversy, the athlet...

From horse mats to world-class hybrid comps — Lifetime Fitness just dropped their answer to HYROX and CrossFit. Creator Wes Robertson and record-holder Marcus “Debo” Wallace join us to break down everything from strategy, chaos, and the legendary Lauren Weeks domination. Is LT Games the future of hybrid sport… or just a really fancy way to find new levels of pain? 00:00 – LT Games Rundown: What ar...

HYROX glow-up in 60 minutes: from janky 25m sled days to sold-out arenas, why the format hooks regular humans, how the women’s field made it must-watch, and what training actually matters. Snark included, nonsense optional. 0:00 Cold open & chaos 10:30 Early days: why it almost flopped 31:00 First big U.S. race: lessons learned 56:00 Why the format wins (and keeps you coming back) 1:22:00 Trai...

The Race Brain crew—Matt, Jack, and Michelle—are breaking down the newcomers shaking up the HYROX world. From breakout performances in Sydney, Boston, and Hamburg to the young guns dropping sub-60s and redefining the sport, this episode is your insider’s guide to who’s next up in hybrid racing. We cover the biggest names to watch on both the men’s and women’s sides, discuss the crossover from OCR...

The HYROX Hamburg Elite 15 Doubles didn’t just bring the heat—it brought controversy, comebacks, and near world records. From Lauren Weeks and Lauren Griffith dominating the women’s race to Alexander Roncevic and Tim Vischer running a near-perfect men’s event, this episode dives deep into every storyline. Race Brain’s crew breaks down the penalties that shook up the standings, Till’s wild commenta...

Instant reaction from the squad! The 2025 HYROX season is officially off the rails — and we love it. In this week’s Race Brain episode, Matt Mason, Michelle Navarro, and Jack Bauer dive into a wild Hamburg Elite 15 that had it all: a women’s world record, penalty box drama, and a commentator meltdown for the ages. From Joanna Wetrich’s dominant win to Dylan Scott and Alexander Roncevic’s record-br...

The Race Brain crew is BACK with the first big draft of the HYROX 2025 season—and it’s chaos in the best way possible. From calling out surprise performances in Rome, Oslo, and Boston to arguing about who really deserves a top draft pick, this episode brings stats, sarcasm, and way too many Wisconsin jokes. We break down the latest Elite 15 qualifiers, debate whether marathon training counts as a...

The 2025 HYROX season is here, and the stakes have never been higher. From Hunter McIntyre’s legacy chase to Meg Jacoby’s comeback, from doubles shakeups to the rise of new dark horses, the Race Brain crew breaks down every storyline that matters. We cover rule changes, global growth, and the athletes poised to dominate—or flame out. Get ready for sled drama, wall ball controversies, and bold pred...

Shoes can make or break your HYROX or DEKA performance—and this episode dives deep into why. From the golden days of Eastbay catalogs to today’s carbon-plated super shoes, we unpack everything you need to know about grip, stability, and energy return. The crew debates everyday trainer options versus plated racers, shares which models shine (and which to avoid), and gives practical advice for athle...

Rich Ryan and Matt Mason down Hyrox’s new Elite Card: what it costs, why it exists, and how it could reshape pro racing. From drug testing to Wave 1 access, they debate whether it’s a step toward legitimacy or just another money grab. Tune in for candid takes, athlete perspectives, and a deeper look at the future of hybrid racing. 00:55 Celebrating anniversaries, birthdays, and life updates 06:00...

Want to race more HYROX events without draining your bank account? In this episode of Race Brain , the crew breaks down how to travel smarter—using credit cards, hotel points, and airline miles to slash costs and upgrade your race experience. From signup bonuses to status perks, we cover how to maximize every dollar so you can race more, stress less, and maybe even snag free pancakes along the way...

Dive into the ultimate HYROX Q&A with Matt Mason, Brakken, and Michelle Navarro as they break down weekly training, rising stars, bold World Championship predictions, and how CrossFitters stack up against triathletes. Packed with insider takes, athlete spotlights, and spicy banter you won’t want to miss.00:00 – Kicking Off: Flood talk and setting the stage03:10 – Breaking Down Training Weeks a...

Who actually crushes HYROX when the rubber meets the Run–Row–Run? In this episode, Matt, Rich, and Deebo break down which CrossFit athletes translate to hybrid racing, deliver men’s and women’s rankings, and run a no-BS sub-60 reality check. We also get into doubles strategy, station-by-station pitfalls (SkiErg, Sled Push/Pull, Burpee Broad Jumps, RowErg, Farmer’s Carry, Lunges, Wall Balls), and w...

00:00 – IntroThe crew warms up with snack chat, wildfire rants, and sets up the rules for an international venue bracket full of stats and surprises.09:40 – North America ShowdownFast courses vs. fun cities go head-to-head. Chicago, Phoenix, and Vancouver battle for regional supremacy—with some serious sled talk along the way.32:38 – Around the World in 8 MatchupsFrom Sydney to Cape Town, the pane...