Hybrid Fitness

Hunter McIntyre's response to the HYROX World Championship judging controversy.Dave's experience racing DEKA Atlas and concerns with the format.Is DEKA Atlas finding its audience or missing the mark?Breaking down the new HYROX Elite 15 points standings.How the new qualification system changes race strategy.XENOM 001 attendance, production, and first impressions.Can XENOM become a sustainable fitness racing series?Previewing TRYKA Dublin and its rapid growth in Ireland.Ideas for improving the HYROX Invitational Relay format.Today’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in. Book a demo here.Today’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comListen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Stockholm, Sweden. Live from the finish line at HYROX World ChampsWomen's SoloAlyssa McElheny – 1st placeSinead Bent – 3rd placeCalypso Sheridan – 4th placeLauren Weeks – 5th placeEmilie Dahmen – 7th placeLena Putters – 8th placeGabrielle Nikora-Baker – 9th placeJess Pettrow – 12th placeMen's SoloRich Ryan – 7th placeDylan Scott – 1st placeHunter McIntyre – 5th placeHidde Weersma – 13th placeTim Wenisch – 3rd placeWomen's DoublesLauren Stockley (of Lauren and Charlie Searle) – 3rd placeDanél Louw & Vicky MacIntosh – 6th placeJana Lebenstedt & Viola Oberländer – 9th placeMeg Martin & Calypso Sheridan – 5th placeKris Rugloski & Alandra Greenlee – 15th placeVivian Tafuto & Lauren Weeks – 1st placeZara Piergianni & Gabriella Moriarty – 11th placeJoanna Wietrzyk (of Joanna and Jess Pettrow) – 4th placeMen's DoublesTim Wenisch & Alex Roncevic – 1st placeRich Ryan & Pelayo Menéndez – 3rd placeCharlie Botterill & Ollie Russell – 4th placeHunter McIntyre (of Hunter and Jake Williamson) – 2nd placeDylan Scott & Stephen Pelkofer – 6th placeThierry Willigenburg of Theirry and Hidde Weersma)– 7th placeJake Williamson – 2nd placeLuke Greer (of Luke and Harry Thompson)– 5th placeToday’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in. Book a demo here.Today’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comListen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

The finish line interviews from HYROX NYC Pro Men and Women Week 2 with Noelle Morrow, Julia Kleinhampel, Alex Shabo, Stephanie DeCarli, Bailey Cook, Michelle Navarro, Rachel Wade, Roman Khrennikov, Marcus Wallace, Dawson Mills, Ryan Callahan, Christian Harris, and AJ Golik.Complete results from both weeks at HYROX NYC 2026.PlusSvenja Sommer's journey from gymnast and middle-distance runner to HYROX contender.Running for the University of South Carolina and experiencing American college sports culture.How a disappointing track season led her to try HYROX for the first time.The challenge of transitioning from elite running to HYROX racing strategy.Why compromise training has been the missing piece in her HYROX development.Learning how to balance aggressive running with smarter station management.Building friendships with top European HYROX athletes while still competing against them.Current goals for Elite 15 qualification in both singles and doubles.Shoe choices, running background, and finding the ideal HYROX setup.Racing three times in three days at HYROX World Championships in Stockholm.Week 2 of our NYX HYROX coverage and today’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in. Book a demo here.Today’s episode is also sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comListen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Matt returns from HYROX New York with stories from Broadway, a Pro Doubles race, and a costly penalty that may have cost him and Matt Kemp a podium finish. The crew breaks down the sled pull mistake, racing outdoors at Pier 76, and whether HYROX should rethink refunds when weather shuts down competition. They also discuss the thunder and lightning that canceled Saturday evening racing, the community response at Training Lab, and how athletes handled the chaos. Plus, PUMA announces a new athlete program for age group world champions, Stockholm preparations ramp up, and Cheryl gets ready for HYROX World Championships in Sweden.Topics:Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway and the New York experienceHYROX New York weather delays and race cancellationsTraining Lab's community race after the shutdownMatt and Matt's Pro Doubles race and four minute penaltyOutdoor racing challenges at Pier 76Should HYROX issue refunds instead of race credits?PUMA's new athlete program for World Championship winnersStockholm World Championship preparationsThe growth of HYROX activations and athlete experiencesPlanning future races including Dallas, Nashville, and TampaToday’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comToday’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in. Book a demo here.Listen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Dylan Scott's win and managing effort ahead of HYROX World Championships.Stephen Pelkofer's runner-up finish and battle with Dylan Scott.Greyson Kilgore overheating, wall ball struggles, and racing strategy.Morgan Schulz holding off Kat Fahsbender in the Pro Women's race.Kat Fahsbender's pursuit and wall ball charge late in the race.Brittany Weiss on earning a podium spot and racing three times in 24 hours.Kieran Hopping's rapid rise from beginner runner to HYROX contender.Pro Doubles strategy, pacing, and qualification hopes for Sweden.Christian Harris and Ryan Kent's doubles performance and partnership approach.Ben Amsalem and Clement Pio Canard winning the Pro Doubles Men's race.Athletes using New York as a final tune-up before HYROX World Championships.Behind-the-scenes atmosphere from HYROX New York and the Rep Fitness athlete house.Check out HYROX NYC Week 1 Results Today’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comThis week's NYC HYROX episode is sponsored by Rep Fitness. From garage gyms to elite gyms, REP is built on relentless progress. They don’t just make equipment, they create tools for transformation. Stay tuned for lots more from them as we start testing the new sled tread machine. Check them out at RepFitness.comListen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Special guest, Matt Kemp returns, along with usual hosts Matt, Cheryl and Dave to discuss:HYROX New York weekend recap and on-the-ground observationsDylan Scott's win and the men's race breakdownMorgan Schulz, Kat, and the women's race battleThe heat factor and racing conditions at Pier 76The HYROX cruise race controversyWhether HYROX is solving a problem that existsElite racing visibility and spectator experienceDEKA judging controversies and volunteer shortagesCan technology fix judging in hybrid racing?The future of DEKA and the need for more competitionToday’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comToday’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in. Book a demo here.Also by Stryd – Personalized Run Training. Powered by the Best Data. Experience the future of running with our most advanced power meter yet, combined with Adaptive Training.Listen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Enhanced Games records controversy and timing accusationsFred Kerley’s 9.97 performance and reactionFalse start confusion and event production issuesThor vs. Mitchell Hooper deadlift mismatchThe Enhanced Games business model and SPAC stock collapseAthlete payouts and whether competitors will returnHYROX Elite Series changes explainedThe new HYROX Challenger Division and golden ticket systemWhy Cheryl thinks HYROX keeps overcomplicating qualificationHYROX Cruise race backlash and Rich Ryan’s criticismWhy the cruise event has no livestream or official recordsHYROX blocking 60+ athletes from registering for Pro divisionThe crew debates whether the policy is outright ageismMatt’s chaotic New York and Stockholm travel scheduleMatt, Cheryl, and Dave break down the fallout from the Enhanced Games after a weekend full of questionable records, production issues, and criticism surrounding the event’s legitimacy. The crew discusses the failed sprint starts, Thor’s awkward deadlift setup, athlete payouts, and whether the entire project was ultimately just a giant pharmaceutical infomercial.They also dive deep into HYROX’s newest Elite Series changes, including the new Challenger Division, the controversial cruise ship race, and the decision to block 60+ athletes from competing in the Pro division. Cheryl shares her frustration directly as someone impacted by the new rules, while Matt previews his packed New York and Stockholm travel schedule heading into Worlds.Today’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in. Book a demo here.Also by Stryd – Personalized Run Training. Powered by the Best Data. Experience the future of running with our most advanced power meter yet, combined with Adaptive Training.Listen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Enjoy the chaos that was the first ever Enhanced Games. Matt B. Davis, Cheryl Snow, Matt Kemp, and eventually Chris Strub watched as much as we could before we went to sleep.

Linda Meier join us to discuss :Racing at every HYROX World Championship everHow tiny HYROX crowds and production looked back in 2020–2022 compared to todayThe mindset shift from underdog to defending world championWhy Warsaw was mentally one of the hardest races of her careerChoosing to finish a bad race instead of taking a DNFHow Joanna Wietrzyk’s dominance is pushing the women’s field forwardFixing wall ball depth and movement standards over multiple seasonsBalancing world title pressure while preparing for StockholmPlus Annie Emilsson comes on and talks:Her rapid rise from CrossFit to elite-level HYROX racingMissing Elite 15 qualification because she didn’t understand the pro license systemAlready beating current Elite 15 athletes despite only starting HYROX in DecemberBalancing full-time consulting work with two-a-day training sessionsTraining through shin splints and only running during racesWhy the current HYROX qualification system frustrates newer athletesHow HYROX athletes are learning faster because the sport is evolving so quicklyRumors about next season’s HYROX Major races and the road to StockholmToday’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comToday’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in. Book a demo here.Also by Stryd – Personalized Run Training. Powered by the Best Data. Experience the future of running with our most advanced power meter yet, combined with Adaptive Training.Listen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Dave’s HYROX Strong Ottawa experimentVolunteer reactions and confused judges in OttawaCheryl’s HYROX Conditioning TestSelf-reporting reps and flaws in the scoring curveMatt’s Atlanta HYROX simulation in brutal heatGloves for sled pull and farmer carry debateHYROX Ottawa venue and judging reviewWall ball judge training problemsHYROX Major races and the new points systemThe “Grand Slam” debate in HYROXHYROX Worlds prize money increasesDEKA Atlanta announcement and Ultra doubles ideasMatt’s horrifying Cologuard experienceEnhanced Games preview and broadcast plansToday’s episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It’s more than a beverage; it’s a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comListen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Brendan Rice is CEO at Wodify, the all-in-one gym management platform that started in the CrossFit space and has spent the last several years evolving alongside the hybrid fitness boom. Brendan has been with Wodify for over eight years, has competed in Spartan races, HYROX, Ragnars, marathons, and ultras, and brings a genuinely balanced perspective on where the fitness industry has been and where it's heading.How Wodify started in CrossFit and evolved into hybrid fitnessWhy gym owners work harder than any other entrepreneur and where that breaks downThe no passion without profit problem and what technology actually solvesRetention as the number one KPI and why F45 is a cautionary taleCrossFit affiliates, HYROX partnerships, and why it's not a betrayal of valuesTampa selling out in five minutes and what the demand signal meansWhy no major gym brand has launched a competing fitness race formatThe bootstrapped approach, no outside investment, long-term visionWhat Wodify is doing at HYROX New York and affiliate popups and activationsHYROX sponsorship strategy and why naming rights weren't the play for Wodify