Ep #72 Matt Slee: From Pro Triathlon to Elite HYROX

Former pro triathlete turned HYROX athlete - Matt Slee - joins the podcast after his stellar performance at the APAC Elite Regional last month. Currently ranked #41 globally under the new Hyrox points system, Matt has gone from his first HYROX race in Melbourne in 2024 to finishing 5th in his first Elite 15 solo race, while also taking out his first elite doubles race alongside James Kelly.In this episode, Matt breaks down the transition from triathlon into HYROX, why endurance athletes seem to thrive in the sport, and what really happened during the APAC Elite 15 Regional (including his wall balls!) We also dive deep into elite doubles racing, discussing his strategy, communication, pacing, race dynamics, and how he and JK plan to develop into one of the strongest pairings globally.You can find Matt Slee on Instagram at matt.s.slee - he likes coffee and running fast!