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Liz Plosser on HYROX Beijing, Reporting, and Sauna Culture Liz Plosser joins Matt to discuss her GQ story on the HYROX Beijing incident, why nobody stopped Joanna Wietrzyk during the race, and the responsibility judges and officials have in moments like that. They also discuss covering controversy in a niche sport, social-media backlash, misinformation around the false PUMA rumor, and reporting fairly while still having relationships within HYROX. Then Liz explains Aufguss, the German sauna ritual combining heat, music, essential oils, and towel work. They talk sauna and cold-plunge routines, recovery, wearable data, aging, and body image. Alyssa McElheny on HYROX Beijing, Sled Lanes, and Her Road to Hamburg HYROX World Champion Alyssa McElheny joins Matt from Beijing after starting her season in China. They discuss her Adidas trip, new COROS partnership, massive fan response in Beijing, and why she chose the race as an early-season test. Alyssa breaks down her difficult sled lane, the extra lap both she and Joanna Wietrzyk ran, travel and illness, racing Joanna, and what she learned ahead of the first HYROX Major in Hamburg. Join Liz Plosser Substack and follower her on Instagram . 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.com Listen on Apple or Spotify

Matt B. Davis, Cheryl Snow, Ugly Dave and Matt Kemp discuss the most global story in HYROX History. The global reaction to Joanna Wietrzyk’s Beijing race incident. Whether Hybrid Fitness Media was right to report the story. HYROX China’s statement and the lack of a clear protocol. Why judges could have intervened under existing rules. How the extra lap affected Joanna vs. Alyssa McElheny. The wider issue of inconsistent HYROX penalties and DQs. Why athletes may be reluctant to publicly challenge HYROX. New shortened sled lanes coming to future North American races. Why the revised sled layout allows more lanes and more athletes. ATHX announces its 2027 North American schedule and divisions. 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.com Listen on Apple or Spotify

We were live in Crystal Palace last weekend for the first ever Deadly Dozen World Champs. We spoke with a ton of podium finishers plus more in attendance. Gemma Rouse David Parkin Alexia Yannaros Jude Reynolds Hoyeon Yoo Rachel Hodgkinson Natalie Lawrence & Jana Lebenstedt Fabian Eisenlauer & Jennifer Nikolaus Tony Revell & Ciaran Parkinson Natalie Crompton & Rachel Hodgkinson Jude Reynolds & Chad Headford Tobias Kiefer & Lukas Zajons Tania Thies & Noelia Perez Tur Jason Curtis Ian Kay Bex Ward 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.com Listen on Apple or Spotify Cover Photo by Ian Kay of UKHXR

HYROX founders Christian Toetzke and Moritz Fürste are back in control of the company. Matt, Cheryl, Dave, and Kevin discuss what the ownership change may mean for the future of HYROX, including Elite 15 prize money and why racers likely will not see immediate changes. Kevin shares his experience as a Core Head Judge at HYROX DC, including how the new judging program worked, the value of repeated shifts, and where the system still needs improvement. Matt also recaps the Deadly Dozen World Championships, from the event’s atmosphere and unique format to the judging questions the brand needs to address as it grows. Plus, Dave announces his January 30 HTX event at Farm Girl, including an Experience Division, paid judges, and individual athlete video. 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.com Listen on Apple or Spotify

Returning to Ayr, Scotland to capture HPX 2026. We interviewed the podium from all categories, plus a few others, and the man behind the race, Liam Walker. Mixed Corey Cringan & Erin Rumsey Lucy Welsh & Gavin Hogarth Emily Robertson & Dylan Thompson Women Eilidh Boyd & Emma Dearden Niamh McNally & Emily Robertson Shannan Brown & Nicole Murphy Men Kristoffer McSherry & Graham Halliday Jorg Gurney & Aaron Blain Joseph Strain & John Carlisle Check out some great photos from the event. 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.com 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 Spotify

Lars Rademaker joins Matt to talk HYROX racing, SkiErg and RowErg efficiency, and why going faster on the machines is not always the goal. Lars explains his approach to damper settings, recovering during the race, compromised running, and the techniques that can help athletes save energy for the second half. They also get into Squad Judge, the app Lars and his business partner built to assess wall-ball depth, and the larger issue of judging consistency in HYROX. We also hit on: Lars’ background as a six-time Dutch national champion in track and field Why burpee broad jumps are such a demanding HYROX station Why damper settings are not gears SkiErg technique, including how to use your lats and avoid burning out your quads Solo versus doubles strategy on the SkiErg and RowErg Why Lars believes athletes should start faster, then recover intelligently The difference between compromised running and fatigued running How inconsistent no-reps can affect athlete results, rankings, and sponsorship opportunities Why HYROX should explore technology-assisted wall-ball judging Follow Lars Check out Squat Judge: https://squatjudge.com Rowing Form Check: https://rowingformcheck.com 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.com 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 Spotify

Pete Saenz is the new USA Regional Director of Deadly Dozen USA. He and Deadly owner Jason RedBeard Curtis join us to talk all about the future of Deadly. Then the Mayor of Deka Town, Kevin Bubbles Gregory joins to talk DEKA Raleigh. Pete named Deadly Dozen's new regional director for the US, based in Laredo, Texas New affiliate program giving partner gyms 100% of ticket sales instead of the old 50/50 split Pete's largest gym event yet, over 300 participants on a professional soccer pitch Deadly Dozen's global footprint, already in 35 countries with expansion into Colombia, Malaysia, and Thailand Plans for Deadly Dozen's first major Texas track event in early 2027 Deadly Dozen World Champs preview, 2,500 athletes and 60 nationalities at Crystal Palace Kevin breaking down Deka Raleigh's turnout, venue, and vibe Judging and volunteer shortages plaguing Deka events again Deka's scheduling issues, elite waves dying down while doubles get overcrowded Janelle showing up unlisted to Raleigh and taking the podium Deka World Champs qualification standards changing back to top 30 Attendance numbers trending up across Deka's 2026 season city by city 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.com 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 Spotify

Nicky the Good’s rapid growth on Instagram. How he chooses the House of the Dragon moments to turn into songs. Why Criston Cole’s death became one of his biggest videos. The creative process behind his AI-assisted music. Writing lyrics, building hooks, and finding the right sound for each song. Why AI can assist the production without replacing the creator. Nicky’s nostalgia content and love of 80s and 90s movies. His path from Barstool wrestling contributor to X Games producer. Growing up with wrestling and attending multiple WrestleManias. Why wrestling remains his go-to form of entertainment. Rhaenyra’s leadership struggles and Daemon’s changing role. Why House of the Dragon has slowed down and what may be coming next. Matt talks with Nicky the Good, the creator behind the House of the Dragon parody songs that have taken over Instagram. Nicky explains how he identifies the one moment from each episode that people will be talking about, then turns it into a catchy song built around references, hooks, and the right musical style. They discuss the Criston Cole song, Sheepstealer, Otto Hightower, Rhaenyra, Hugh Hammer, and why the songs are more than simply asking AI to make music. They also get into Nicky’s background in wrestling, his time working with Barstool and the X Games, 80s and 90s nostalgia, content creation, and where House of the Dragon is headed. Find Nicky On Instagram Listen To Nicky On Spotify 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.com 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 Spotify

Matt, Cheryl, and Dave talk about fitness becoming more performative, Nike’s new looks, HYROX influencers, and whether saying you “did HYROX” after a relay is a little misleading. Then Kris Rugloski joins the show to talk about finishing the Mongol Derby, a 1,000km, 10-day horse race across Mongolia. She explains how riders draw new horses at each station, navigate the course, stay with local families, chase down runaway horses, and why she may already be considering going back. Kris also shares the award she brought home: Most Mongolian. Fitness as a costume and the performative side of HYROX Nike fashion, Kim Kardashian, and the new Skims looks HYROX influencers and whether the trend will fade Correcting misinformation in HYROX comments Relay racing and claiming a HYROX result Kris Rugloski’s Mongol Derby experience How the 1,000km horse race works Staying with Mongolian families and navigating language barriers Semi-feral horses, runaway horses, and the physical toll of the race Why riders do not finish the Mongol Derby Kris’s “Most Mongolian” award Fitness for adventure, not just finish times 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.com 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 Spotify

Once in a while it's nice to take a break from wall balls. Bryan of House Darling and Matt B. Davis break down all the amazing action, death, betrayals, and more from Season 3. Episode 8, Season Finale, of House Of The Dragon. AKA HotD. Today we discuss: Aegon’s incredible return and why fans are now rooting for him Ulf’s betrayal and the destruction at Tumbleton Hugh Hammer and the dragonseeds finally pay off Daemon’s moment in the battle Rhaenyra’s increasingly impossible choices Helaena’s death and what it means moving forward The Greens’ collapsing position Aemond, Daeron, Gwayne, and the aftermath of battle Viserys, Otto, and whether the Dance was inevitable Why the finale worked despite only one season remaining Matt’s Game of Thrones Season 4 rewatch Where House of the Dragon goes from here

Why Ryan is skipping DC to race HYROX Acapulco. What Ryan needs to do to qualify for the Elite 15 in Hamburg. The birth of the “Mid 15” nickname. HYROX prize money, athlete investment, and the new Elite Series. Judging controversies and why race-altering calls matter most. The packed 2026/27 North American HYROX calendar. Why HYROX course times are not always directly comparable. Ryan’s singles goals and potential doubles partners. Balancing software sales with the pursuit of being a full-time athlete. What athletes should build while they still have a competitive window. Evo Arena, a new performance-focused training facility with an indoor running track. How the new facility will support HYROX simulations, HPX training, and CrossFit. HPX’s No Regrets division and its approach to movement standards. The challenge of providing one judge for every competitive team. Why HPX may move toward station judging for future races. The returning elite podium and the strong field coming to this year’s race. Why prize money alone may or mat not make an event successful. Building trust through athlete experience and communication. HPX announces a new individual, doubles, and relay race for Easter 2027. Plans for multiple HPX events in Scotland and England next year. 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.com 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 Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Kevin Bubbles Gregory joins Matt, Dave and Cheryl. DEKA Philadelphia, including attendance, judging, and Josh Gonzalez’s podium streak Prize money from the canceled DEKA New York event moving to Raleigh Atlanta’s upcoming DEKA Ultra World Championship and prize money The new DEKA EMEA Championship HYROX’s new volunteer portal and reward-point system HYROX’s new Core Head Judge and Event Head Judge structure Cole Learn’s popularity and win in Japan Whether HYROX’s Elite prize money has actually increased Vivian Tafuto’s criticism of how HYROX treats Elite athletes Dylan Scott’s response and the Elite athlete working group 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.com 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 Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

A packed episode featuring three very different conversations. Eddie Hertzman of Athletech News joins to discuss building a media empire from an anonymous newsletter and the flood of institutional money into fitness and wellness. Then Matt reconnects with actor Aaron "Rock" Dozier, who played Roy Stalin in the cult classic Better Off Dead, to talk Hollywood almost-breaks and life after fame. Finally, Matt Witalia of Sisu Fitness previews their upcoming HYROX sim event in Minneapolis, breaking down the Half Rox division and their community-driven approach to competition. Reconnecting with Aaron "Rock" Dozier, aka Roy Stalin from Better Off Dead, after 26 years Losing his fortune in the dot com crash and decompressing in Paris Getting close to Top Gun's Iceman role before Val Kilmer signed on How John Cusack gave him the nickname "Rock Steelflex" We Married Margo and its cameos from Kevin Bacon, Cindy Crawford, and Payne Stewart Walking away from Hollywood to teach yoga in Martha's Vineyard and Naples, Florida Eddie Hertzman on launching Sourcing Journal during the 2008 cotton crisis Building an anonymous newsletter into a Penske acquisition Building ATN from scratch and why live events legitimize a media brand Institutional money flooding fitness and wellness, and the FitLab/Ragnar fallout Eddie's first HYROX doubles race and why HYROX scales where challenger events can't Matt Witalia on Sisu Fitness, three gyms under one brand with three separate owners Sisu's upcoming HYROX sim with Wattify, featuring a Half Rox division for new athletes Largest sim in the Midwest with 200 registrants and a stacked HYROX training camp lineup 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.com 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 Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Matt B. Davis and Ser Bryan of House Darling recap Episodes 6 and 7 of House of The Dragon. 6 was late so here's 6/7. Episode 6 House of the Dragon episode six reactions and why critics may be too focused on book changes. Criston Cole’s death, the Butcher’s Ball, and whether the show handled it better than expected. Rhaenyra’s increasingly shaky leadership and Daemon’s failures in King’s Landing. Alicent’s captivity, Helaena’s growing importance, and the mystery of Aemond’s dragon eggs. Gawain Hightower’s deception at Tumbleton and Daeron’s relationship with his uncle. Rhaena, Baela, Addam, Alyn, and the growing tension around the dragonseed storyline. Corlys Velaryon’s pirate problem and whether the Sea Snake is really in danger. Ulf and Hugh’s struggles under Rhaenyra’s rule. A Game of Thrones rewatch: character motivations, Catelyn Stark’s treatment of Jon Snow, the Night’s Watch, and early-season miscommunication. Episode 7 Comparing House of the Dragon with Game of Thrones and why the original introduced so many unforgettable new characters. The recurring Game of Thrones theme that every faction believes it has the rightful ruler. Aegon and Sunfyre’s return, plus why it is suddenly so easy to root for them. Helaena’s visions, Rhaenyra’s questions about prophecy, and Aemond’s disturbing Harrenhal experience. Alicent’s attempt to poison Aemond and why the plan makes little sense. Rhaenyra’s small council, the Freys, and continuing leadership issues on the Black side. The dragon fight, Sheepstealer’s lack of control, and Daemon’s relationship with Rhaena. Ormund Hightower’s moves at Tumbleton, Corlys’ capture, and Ulf’s apparent turn. Criston Cole’s head on a spike, Daeron and Gawain’s friendship, and where the season finale appears to be heading. More Game of Thrones rewatch thoughts, including Jaime losing his hand, Daenerys’ darker side, and the White Walker threat.

The cancellation of HYROX’s cruise Elite Series race and why wind may not be the whole story. Which Elite 15 athletes were reportedly asked to attend the cruise and why that is a tough commitment before Hamburg. HYROX’s new Elite Series prize structure and why athletes are questioning the total payouts. Vivian Tafuto speaks out about athlete license fees, qualification costs, and delayed Worlds prize-money announcements. Whether HYROX treats its elite athletes as true professionals or as part of its marketing product. Why Deadly Dozen’s big prize purse has not yet pulled more HYROX Elite 15 athletes away. XENOM lowers Miami pricing, but fitness racing entry fees are still getting harder to justify. DEKA Teams pricing, premium race experiences, and the case for more affordable local fitness races. Dave's possible January 2027 HTX event at Farm Girl Fitness. A detour into mortality, legacy, kids getting older, and living in the present. 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.com 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 Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Simon "Evil Twin" and Steven Rayner join the show to discuss: CrossFit Masters coverage and frustration with the FloElite broadcast. Simon explains his work as a HYROX Master Judge and judging across CrossFit and weightlifting. How judging standards should differ between Elite 15, Pro, and mass participation athletes. The balance between strict standards, encouragement, and a positive race experience. Should fitness races create a true “just for fun” category? HYROX relay, doubles, and other ways to make fitness racing more accessible. How relay has evolved from an entry-level option into a competitive format. The Gauntlet format and what other fitness races can learn from it. Is Athex more HYROX-ish or CrossFit-ish? Why CrossFit may be the best training base for athletes who want to try every kind of fitness race. The role of Olympic lifting and gymnastics in overall fitness. Why CrossFit still feels intimidating to newcomers and how gyms can lower that barrier. Would CrossFit athletes beat HYROX athletes at Athex? Athex’s heavier Pro weights and the challenge of serving both elite athletes and mass participation racers. Simon’s upcoming judging plans, including XENOM and World Fitness Project. Handling DMs, negativity, and complaints within fitness racing. The “World Sucks Chart,” perspective, and finding a bigger purpose. XENOM’s prices, low participation, and whether it is trying to grow too quickly. 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.com 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. Find Simon and Steven on Instagram. Listen on Apple or Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Matt and Clayton race DEKA Mile teams. DEKA’s shirts, medals, and Spartan branding. Kevin’s 10-race DEKA Boston weekend. The cancelled DEKA New York event and missing prize money. DEKA Boston’s volunteer, production, and judging issues. Whether DEKA can fix its event format. HYROX ticket demand and RoxRadar. The rumored HYROX Elite Series schedule, including Bangkok, Las Vegas, and Lyon. BTWE, China’s new fitness race, and its prize money. LT Games adds more spots. First thoughts on the new Apex Fitness Race. Matt, Cheryl, and Kevin talk about Matt’s first DEKA Mile teams race with Clayton, DEKA’s shirts and medals, and Kevin’s 10-race weekend in Boston. They also get into the cancelled DEKA New York event, prize money, volunteer and judging problems, HYROX ticket demand, RoxRadar, the rumored Elite Series schedule, BTWE’s prize money in China, LT Games, and the new Apex Fitness Race. 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.com 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 Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Andrea Ferroni answers HYROX judging questions: HYROX’s new Core Head Judge program explained. Why the role may be difficult for judges with full-time jobs. Why HYROX needs more local teams as the schedule expands. The coming HYROX Head Judge course. Overjudging, standardization, and social media criticism. Why the new Burpee Broad Jump rule could be a nightmare. How often athletes actually argue with judges. The right way to give athletes feedback during a race. Keeping HYROX fun as the sport gets more serious. Then Sir Bryan from House Darling talks Episode 5 of House Of The Dragon. Criston Cole’s Descent Into Madness Aegon and Larys Become a Great Pairing Oscar Tully Continues to Win Alicent Plays the Game of Thrones Daemon’s Big Speech and Westerosi Politics The Freys, Harrenhal, and History Repeating Itself Religion vs. Dragons in Westeros Winners and Losers From Episode 5 Matt’s Possible New House of the Dragon Cats Our final chat is with Andre from GymRace How a failed 2019 indoor event led to GymRace. Why GymRace is expanding across the Netherlands, Germany, UK, and France. Inside the GymRace format: five 1K runs and 10 workout zones. Pro and Open weights explained. Using AI rep counters for kettlebell swings and wall balls. The Heavy division and possible future prize money. GymRace’s plans for 2027 and why quality comes before expansion. 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.com 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 Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Matt and Dave cover as much as they can in one hour. Cheryl is off this week. We talked for a few minutes and forgot to record. So you get the best of what we can give you in hour before Dave had to take his son to the airport. 00:00 HTX testing and the road to an official launch 03:32 ATHX Los Angeles, pricing, and U.S. expansion 08:15 ATHX’s heavier 2027 workouts and mass-participation question 20:53 Apex Athlete: a new fitness combine-style event 26:58 HYROX’s new Elite Athlete Experience Manager job 35:07 Why “world record” should actually mean something 39:34 HYROX’s worldwide schedule, Salt Lake City, and Canada’s missing races 55:21 DEKA Boston, judging, and the volunteer problem MetL™ is todays presenting sponsor. It is a caffeine-free focus and performance beverage that is formulated with nootropics (including Bacopa and L-Theanine), polyphenols, and essential vitamins, it is designed to provide clean, jitter-free mental clarity and sustained steady performance without the crash of traditional energy drinksLearn more at metldrink.com Listen on Apple or Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

Once in a while it's nice to take a break from wall balls. Bryan of House Darling and Matt B. Davis break down all the amazing action, death, betrayals, and more from Season 3. Episode 4 of House Of The Dragon. AKA HotD. They talk Sheepstealer and Rhaena, Daemon’s unexpected dad moment, Aegon’s possible redemption arc, Ormund Hightower, Rhaenyra rebuilding her small council, a simple solution to a rat problem, and why the show is starting to make both sides of the Dance more complicated.