Category Archives: Gear & Nutrition

Shoes, gear, nutrition, and race day checklist for HYROX athletes.

Best Shoes for HYROX 2026: What to Wear and What to Avoid

HYROX is 8 km of running plus sled pushes, loaded carries, sandbag lunges, and 100 wall balls. No single shoe type was designed for all of that — which is why choosing the best HYROX shoes for your needs requires thought. The best hyrox shoes balance cushioning for 8 km of running with enough ground […]

What to Eat Before a HYROX Race: Pre-Race Nutrition Guide

HYROX is a 60–120 minute race combining running and high-intensity functional fitness. Fueling it correctly isn’t complicated — but getting it wrong (eating too close to race time, trying new foods on race day, under-fueling) costs real performance. Two Rules That Override Everything Don’t try anything new on race day. Every food, gel, or supplement […]

HYROX Race Day Checklist: Everything You Need for Race Day

Race day in HYROX runs best when you’ve planned it in advance. The event itself will stress your body — the logistics shouldn’t add to that. Use this checklist to prepare the night before, organize race morning, and arrive at the start line with nothing left to worry about except your splits. The Night Before: […]