HYROX has exploded in popularity, especially among midlife professionals looking for a clear, tangible goal. It’s simple to understand, easy to sign up for, and gives people something to train towards rather than just exercising for the sake of it. That part is good. Where things start to go wrong isn’t the event itself — it’s how most people are preparing for it. I’ve made mistakes in my own preparation. I’ve also watched plenty of clients make the same ones. Overconfidence

If you have already signed up for HYROX, you might be feeling uncertain about how to prepare. Many adults in the 35–60 age group find themselves stuck in training routines that don’t deliver the results they expect. The reason often lies in the order of training elements. Most HYROX training programmes begin with conditioning, but this approach can backfire, especially for adults. This post explains why starting with conditioning is a common mistake and how a different sequen