What is Hyrox and why has it become so popular?

Hyrox has become the latest fitness phenomenon that has gathered the attention of people across the world.

Putting athletes to the test in many different ways, Hyrox was launched in Germany just eight years ago has echoes of recreational marathon running.

Cities around the world are hosting affiliated races, for which participants of all ages and abilities now scramble for entry tickets.

So, what exactly is Hyrox?

Format

Hyrox combines both running & functional workout stations, where participants run 1km, followed by one functional workout station, repeated eight times.

This includes pushing and pulling a weighted sled, and completing 1,000 metres each on row and ski machines and 80 metres of widely dreaded burpee broad jumps.

According to their website, Hyrox prides itself on including everybody, from professional athletes to fitness enthusiasts aiming to increase their training.

Where does it take place?

Hyrox takes place indoors in expansive exhibition halls.

The event is in 11 different countries across 30 cities. The next one in Ireland is in Dublin on November 13- 16th at the RDS.

A four day event this year, this is an increase of the one day event that was on last year.

Ticket sales will go live on Thursday, May 22nd.

The next event in Europe is this weekend in Paris. For those who want to take part, places are still available.

Who can take part?

One of the reasons Hyrox has become so popular is how accessible it is.

Events have seen people of all ages and fitness experiences take part.

Unlike skills-based activities like CrossFit, rookie gym goers can take part and have success.

Participants can also share the load at competitions by entering pair or relay categories. Pairs still have to do all the runs together, but can divvy up the exercises between them however they choose.

In Ireland, there are several Hrox fitness clubs across the country, with their locations on the Hyrox website.