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Is Hyrox For Everybody? A Recap of My First Pro Race

I raced my first Hyrox Race this past Saturday. Here's how I trained, how I felt, and what I think of the sport's accessibility.

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Fran Kilinski
Jun 03, 2024
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Hyrox New York City
Sled Pull (Photo: Sportograf/Hyrox)

Hyrox is the Most Challenging Thing

I think I’ve ever competed in. That’s saying a lot coming from a former college athlete who now races in marathons, half-marathons, and Spartan races.

The training leading up to the race was grueling.

I also didn’t do myself any favors by signing up for the “Men’s Pro” division, which r…

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