On The 'Rox' Podcast

he adaptive division has transformed HYROX over the last few seasons—but has the qualification process kept pace? In this episode of On The ROX Podcast, I sit down with adaptive HYROX athlete Mike to discuss his journey into fitness racing, what it means to represent his country on the world stage, and why he believes the qualification pathway for adaptive athletes deserves greater attention. Toge...

The Fastest Rise in HYROX History? | World Champion Alyssa Mcelheny Tells Her Story From one of the fastest HYROX debuts in history to standing on top of the world… In this very special episode of On The ROX Podcast, Coach Marshy sits down with 2026 HYROX World Champion Alyssa McElheny to explore the incredible journey behind one of the fastest rises the sport has ever witnessed. Before the World...

The Future of Fitness Racing? Deadly Sprint REVEALED by Founder Jason Curtis The evolution of fitness racing just hit another level. In this explosive episode of On The ROX we sit down with Jason Curtis , the man behind the rapidly growing Deadly Dozen , to break down what’s coming next… and trust us, this changes everything. Over the last 24 months, Deadly Dozen has grown from a bold concept into...

Did We Witness One of the Greatest Moments in HYROX History? | David’s Inspiring Story In this inspiring episode of On The ROX , we sit down with David — HYROX ambassador, adaptive athlete, and one of the most respected figures in fitness racing. We dive deep into David’s incredible journey into HYROX , how the sport has transformed his life, and how his passion for fitness racing has grown into w...

🟣🟡 Not Just Supplements… The X Endurance Movement Explained 🟡🟣 Welcome back to the On The ROX Podcast 🔥 In this episode, we sit down with Dan from X Endurance to uncover what really makes this brand stand out in the world of fitness racing. This isn’t just another supplement company conversation… We dive deep into how X Endurance has built a reputation for being truly athlete-first — supporti...

🟣 On The ROX Is BACK! | Olympia HYROX Review | World Record Doubles Interview 🟣 🎙️ On The ROX is BACK… and we’re kicking things off in style. After a short break, the On The ROX podcast returns — and there was only one place to relaunch… 👉 HYROX London Olympia. What an unbelievable 10 days it was. In this comeback episode, we dive straight into the heart of the action — bringing you a raw, hone...

Was CrossFit the Original Hybrid Fitness Race? | Fitness Racing Is Changing Lives Was CrossFit the original hybrid fitness race? And why are so many CrossFit athletes now finding a whole new fire inside fitness racing and hybrid competition? In this final episode of 2025 , I sit down with Nikki Waters to explore the journey from CrossFit into the world of fitness racing and hybrid fitness events —...

On The Rox – On Location | Inside the Institute of Fitness Racing (Pre-Launch Special) In this special On Location episode of the On The Rox podcast , we take you inside the Institute of Fitness Racing on its pre-launch night —the future home and headquarters of the Deadly Dozen . Before the doors officially open, we’re on the ground, soaking up the atmosphere and speaking to early affiliates , De...

Rucking Around the DEKA FIT Tree – A British Perspective on the DEKA World Championships In this powerful and deeply human episode, Marshy sits down with the first-ever athletes from outside North America and Canada to complete the DEKA Trifecta in the Ruck division at the DEKA World Championships. This is a raw, honest, and inspiring deep dive into the world of DEKA Ruck —from what the Ruck divis...

In this episode of On The Rox , we sit down with Rachel – elite road runner turned hybrid-fitness racer, and now the British Record Holder in the Deadly Dozen . Rachel opens up about her journey from high-level running into the fast-growing world of fitness racing , how ADHD has shaped her training and performance, and what ultimately led her to her breakout moment at the Deadly Dozen Macclesfield...

In this powerhouse episode we sit down with Athlete Mimi and Coach Mark to dive deep into the exploding world of hybrid fitness. From HYROX… to DEKA… to the Deadly Dozen… we explore how the industry has ignited a new fire in athletes across the world. We talk honestly about managing a competition-year diary , balancing training across multiple formats, and what it takes to peak for several differe...

In this episode, Marshy sits down with Martin for a wide-ranging conversation on all things hybrid fitness racing. From the origins of Hyrox and its first races in the UK, to the groundbreaking first DEKA Fit UK arena event, and the unique challenge of the Deadly Dozen, we dive deep into the sport’s past, present, and future. We explore: 🏋️ The rise of hybrid racing and how Hyrox, DEKA, and Deadly...

The First Ever Elite Winners Of DEKA FIT UK This week’s podcast is a special on-site episode from the very first DEKAFIT UK arena event! Recorded straight after the elite solo races on Saturday, we had the privilege of interviewing the podium finishers from both the men’s and women’s elite categories. From the women’s race, we chat with Emma, Kate, and Mimi. From the men’s race, we hear from Jack,...

In this episode of the On The Rox Podcast , Marshy sits down with Bex , the trailblazer who became the first ever female to complete the Deadly Dozen Ruck division . Bex shares her journey through the hybrid fitness racing world — from a multi-sport athlete in her youth, to discovering Hyrox, to qualifying for the 2024 World Championships in Nice and fulfilling her dream of representing her countr...

What is KELTX? | The Origins of the UK’s Newest Premium Fitness Race In this episode of the podcast, Marshy sits down with James—one of the five co-founders of KELTX (pronounced Kelt-X )—to unpack the story behind the UK’s newest fitness race. 💥 We dive deep into: • The origins and founding vision of KELTX • Why Cornwall and the South West was chosen as the launchpad • The core values of KELTX an...

World Records & Community Power: Cam on Deadly Dozen, Rancher Strong & the Rise of Hybrid Fitness 🟡🟣 In this episode of On The Rox , Marshy sits down with Cam — the reigning world record holder in the Deadly Dozen track race at the time of recording — to dive deep into the mindset, training, and community behind elite hybrid fitness. Cam opens up about his experience at the Deadly Dozen...

Raw Reactions from the Elite 15: Zara, Kate, Lauren & Jade on World Champs, Family & the Future In this unique episode, we rewind to the electrifying finish of the first-ever Women’s Elite 15 Doubles at the HYROX World Championships. Join us as we catch up post-race with four of the biggest names in hybrid fitness: Zara Piergianni, Kate Davey, Lauren Weeks, and Jade Skillen. From brutally...

HYROX WORLD CHAMPION at 62: Carol Norris on HYROX Glory, Standards & Rule Changes At Hyrox World Championships  In this powerful episode of On The Rox Podcast , Neil sits down with Carol Norris , the newly crowned HYROX Doubles World Champion (Age 60-69) at the 2025 World Championships in Chicago. This conversation dives deep into Carol’s three-year journey to the top of the podium, the raw em...

From World Record to Double World Champion: Avril McClement’s Unbelievable Hyrox Journey! What does it feel like to smash a world record and then go on to become a Double Hyrox World Champion in your debut World Championships? In this unmissable episode, we sit down with Avril McClement, who did just that in Chicago 2025!Avril opens up about:💥 Her jaw-dropping world record at Hyrox Olympia🌍 The...

Aussie Duo Take on Europe, Dubai & the World of Hybrid Fitness | Chloe & Levi’s Global HYROX Journey In this episode, Neil sits down with Chloe and Levi , two passionate hybrid fitness athletes from Australia, who’ve turned travel into a full-time HYROX adventure. From HYROX Belgium to an unexpected appearance at the ESN Hybrid Games R.I.S.E at Forders , and a stop in Dubai for another HYR...

From Hurdles to HYROX: British Star’s Explosive Debut In this episode, Neil sits down with Alex , a former British hurdler and elite track athlete, as she shares her inspiring transition into the world of HYROX and hybrid fitness racing. After retiring from athletics, Alex found a new passion and competitive fire in a sport that combines strength, endurance, and mindset. Alex opens up about her de...

#27 HYROX London Olympia Review | Gym Shark And The Big Swoosh In London | Hyrox Changed Lives In this episode, we deep dive into HYROX London Olympia —reviewing the good, the bad, and everything in between. We’re joined by two special guests, Wendy and Dunie , who take us through their personal race experiences at one of the UK’s biggest HYROX events. We discuss what HYROX got right this year, ma...

HYROX Glasgow 2025 – Full Event Review: Elite 15, Everyday Athletes & Record-Breaking Weekend In this episode, we dive deep into the HYROX Glasgow 2025 event, covering everything from the intense Elite 15 race on Wednesday night to the inspiring performances of the Everyday Athletes over the weekend. We share some of the standout stories from both the elite field and the larger weekend competi...

THE FIRST EVER DEKA ATLAS | Underdog Fitness | How To Be A Podium Chaser Welcome to the first-ever DEKA-Atlas Event! In this special edition, we sit down with Kevin Gregory, owner and founder of Underdog Fitness, and one of his top coaches, AJ, to discuss what it truly means to be an Underdog Fitness athlete—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Underdog Fitness made history as the first-ever DEK...

Will The Aussies Dominate Hyrox? | Hyrox Growth In Australia | Hybrid Sport Going Deadly Down UnderIn this episode, we dive deep into the rise of hybrid sports in Australia! We discuss whether Australians are set to dominate the Hyrox scene, the rapid growth of Hyrox within Australia, and the exciting introduction of the Deadly Dozen. We highlight how elite CrossFitters are now taking on Hyrox as...