EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 1H 10M
Fastest HYROX Debut Ever? | ALYSSA MCELHENY Interview
from HYROX Rundown presented by Race Brain · host Race Brain
ALYSSA MCELHENY joins Race Brain for one of the most honest HYROX conversations yet. From qualifying for the Olympic Marathon Trials to running the fastest women’s Elite 15 debut in HYROX history, Alyssa breaks down what it actually takes to transition from elite marathon running into one of the fastest-growing sports in the world.We talk training volume, why HYROX feels healthier than marathon prep, the brutal reality of burpee broad jumps, shoe debates, podium goals, and what she REALLY thinks about the pace elite races start at.If you love HYROX, elite running, sports science, or just hearing ridiculously fit people say things that make normal humans question their life choices… this episode is for you.🔥 Topics Covered:Fastest women’s HYROX Elite debut everMarathon training vs HYROX trainingWhy elite runners are taking over HYROXThe truth about HYROX pacingShoe talk: Adidas vs Nike vs super shoesOlympic Trials & future marathon goalsCoaching, mindset, and balancing life as an elite athlete00:00 – Intro: Olympic Marathoner Meets HYROX06:12 – Why Alyssa Cut Her Running Mileage in Half18:45 – The Truth About HYROX Race Pace & SkiErg Strategy34:27 – Can Alyssa Break the HYROX World Record?53:40 – Adidas vs Nike: The Elite HYROX Shoe Debate👇 Drop your predictions below:Can Alyssa eventually break the HYROX world record?IG: / alyssamcelheny #HYROX #AlyssaMcElhenney #Elite15 #Running #Marathon #HybridAthlete #RaceBrain
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ALYSSA MCELHENY joins Race Brain for one of the most honest HYROX conversations yet. From qualifying for the Olympic Marathon Trials to running the fastest women’s Elite 15 debut in HYROX history, Alyssa breaks down what it actually takes to transition from elite marathon running into one of the fastest-growing sports in the world.We talk training volume, why HYROX feels healthier than marathon prep, the brutal reality of burpee broad jumps, shoe debates, podium goals, and what she REALLY thinks about the pace elite races start at.If you love HYROX, elite running, sports science, or just hearing ridiculously fit people say things that make normal humans question their life choices… this episode is for you.🔥 Topics Covered:Fastest women’s HYROX Elite debut everMarathon training vs HYROX trainingWhy elite runners are taking over HYROXThe truth about HYROX pacingShoe talk: Adidas vs Nike vs super shoesOlympic Trials & future marathon goalsCoaching, mindset, and balancing life as an elite athlete00:00 – Intro: Olympic Marathoner Meets HYROX06:12 – Why Alyssa Cut Her Running Mileage in Half18:45 – The Truth About HYROX Race Pace & SkiErg Strategy34:27 – Can Alyssa Break the HYROX World Record?53:40 – Adidas vs Nike: The Elite HYROX Shoe Debate👇 Drop your predictions below:Can Alyssa eventually break the HYROX world record?IG: / alyssamcelheny #HYROX #AlyssaMcElhenney #Elite15 #Running #Marathon #HybridAthlete #RaceBrain
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