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HYROX Rundown presented by Race Brain
Hosted by Race Brain · EN
HYROX Rundown is the ultimate podcast for hybrid racing fans and athletes.
Hosted by Matt Mason, this show dives deep into the world of HYROX, featuring interviews with the top athletes from around the globe.
Each episode brings you race coverage, media insights, and expert analysis, with special guests Rich Ryan, Brakken Kraker, and Jack Bauer joining the conversation. Whether you’re chasing your next PR, staying up to date on the latest competition, or just looking for insider tips from the pros, Race Brain has you covered.
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HYROX Awards 2026: Best Athletes, Rookies & Races of the Season
1w ago01:22:01Tap to summarizeThe Roxies are back. We debate the biggest HYROX moments of the season, crown the top athletes, rookies and doubles teams, and somehow turn obvious picks into arguments—because this is Race Brain. From Stockholm wall-ball chaos to breakout champions and comeback stories, no award is safe.Timestamp Highlights:00:00 The 2026 HYROX Awards Begin10:49 Most Electrifying Race Moment27:15 Best HYROX Races of the Year38:31 Rookie of the Year Debate48:52 Athletes and Doubles Teams of the Year
Transcribe →Lucy Procter & Charlie Botterill Talk Worlds, Cruise Race & Next Season
2w ago01:18:13Tap to summarizeLucy Procter and Charlie Botterill join Race Brain to talk HYROX Worlds, the cruise race debate, elite athlete pressure, off-season recovery, doubles racing, and why next season could get very spicy. Basically, two world-class athletes, one chaotic host, and enough British banter to power a sled pull. 00:00 — British Banter BeginsLucy and Charlie join the show after HYROX Worlds.08:00 — Cruise Race DebateWhy Lucy is skipping the cruise and Charlie is cautiously boarding.18:00 — Elite Athlete PressureTraining, recovery, mental health, and going full-time in HYROX.34:00 — Worlds Race LessonsHow Charlie and Lucy handled solos, doubles, and relay racing.52:00 — Next Season PredictionsMixed doubles, majors, power rankings, and crystal ball picks.
Transcribe →HYROX New Rules Explained: Qualification Changes, Penalties & End of Season Thoughts
4w ago01:09:05Tap to summarizeThe Race Brain crew breaks down the newest HYROX rule changes, world championship qualification updates, roll-down rules, burpee standards, doubles penalties, and what athletes need to know heading into the new season.5 Timestamp Highlights:05:15 — World Qualification SystemHow the new HYROX qualification process works and why “win and you’re in” changes the game.17:00 — Roll-Down Rules ExplainedA simple breakdown of how roll-downs work, athlete licenses, declined invites, and world championship spots.33:40 — Burpee Broad Jump Rule ChangeThe crew reacts to the new staggered foot standard and why it may still be confusing for judges and athletes.42:00 — Sandbag & Start Tunnel PenaltiesNew penalty updates for dropped sandbags and athletes lingering in the start tunnel after the wave begins.52:48 — Rule Book Loopholes & Elite RacingWild cards, course changes, elite athlete rules, and what HYROX still needs to clarify before the season heats up.
Transcribe →Hyrox World Championship E15 Doubles + Mixed Relay Recap
Jun 2301:02:32Tap to summarizeThe HYROX World Championship delivered monster performances, wild doubles battles, relay drama, judging debates, and a huge preview of what next season could look like. From breakout age groupers to dominant elite teams, this weekend had everything — because apparently HYROX decided “normal racing” was too boring.5 Timestamp Highlights:00:00 — World Championship HangoverThe crew reacts to the biggest HYROX weekend of the year.08:30 — Age Group StarsBreakout performances, heavy sleds, and serious next-season threats.25:00 — Women’s Doubles BattleDominant racing, clean execution, and teams to watch next season.42:00 — Men’s Doubles DramaFast times, rule questions, penalties, and major team shakeups.55:00 — Relay RecapAustralia wins, strategy debates begin, and HYROX ends the season with chaos.
Transcribe →Hyrox World Championship E15 Solo Instant Reaction
Jun 1901:37:41Tap to summarizeLive HYROX Elite 15 World Championship reaction covering surprise wins, podium shakeups, race tactics, penalties, and what it means for next season.Short timestamps:00:00 — Live reaction begins04:30 — Full-circle championship moment14:00 — Women’s race takes shape35:00 — Breakout podium contenders59:00 — Dramatic comeback finish
Transcribe →Hyrox Worlds E15 Solo Draft
Jun 1501:23:20Tap to summarizeThe Race Brain crew drafts their picks for the HYROX World Championship, breaking down top contenders, sleeper picks, race strategies, and why this year’s men’s and women’s fields could deliver one of the most unpredictable championship weekends yet. 5 Timestamp Highlights:00:15 — The crew kicks off HYROX World Championship week and introduces the draft panel.06:38 — Big news: Lauren Weeks signs with Nike, sparking a discussion on shoe deals and what they mean for the growth of HYROX.13:21 — The draft begins with Joanna Wietrzyk going first overall as the panel debates whether this is officially a changing of the guard.16:44 — Alexander Rončević is selected as the top men’s pick, leading into a deeper conversation about how wide open the men’s race is.1:21:48 — The crew wraps with final predictions, championship weekend schedule talk, and asks listeners who they think got the draft right.
Transcribe →E15 Doubles Championship Preview + outdoor course takes!
Jun 801:24:43Tap to summarizeA full Race Brain preview of the World Championship doubles race, covering the top men’s and women’s teams, New York race takeaways, dark horses, podium predictions, and why this could be one of the most exciting events of the season.00:00 — Intro + Marcus Wallace’s New York winThe crew opens with banter, Marcus’ victory, and early race weekend storylines.04:45 — New York race recapMarcus breaks down the outdoor venue, heat, stations, and overall race experience.08:45 — Weather cancellation debateThe group discusses the storm cancellation, travel costs, refunds, and whether the right call was made.28:30 — Women’s doubles previewFavorites, contenders, dark horses, and podium picks for the women’s field.56:45 — Men’s doubles previewTop teams, major storylines, injury rumors, podium predictions, and why the race could get chaotic.
Transcribe →HYROX Worlds Bingo: Elite 15 Picks, Podium Debates & Race-Day Chaos
Jun 100:58:17Tap to summarizeHYROX Worlds gets the Race Brain treatment — Elite 15 bingo, bold podium picks, race-day chaos, HYROX New York talk, and plenty of questionable confidence. Stockholm predictions are here, and yes, everyone thinks their pick is genius.00:00 — Race Brain is back + HYROX NYC talk08:30 — HYROX Worlds Bingo begins15:45 — Men’s Elite 15 podium picks38:00 — Women’s Worlds predictions58:30 — HYROX New York race conditions
Transcribe →Hyrox Elite Cruise + Roxlyfe Elite 15 Survey breakdown
May 2501:21:26Tap to summarizeHYROX World Championship Predictions 👀We break down the biggest Elite 15 contenders, surprise performances, race trends, strategy debates, and the athletes shaking up the HYROX world right now. From rising stars to established names fighting to stay on top, this episode dives deep into the current HYROX landscape heading into Worlds.00:00 – HYROX Worlds Hype & Current Landscape07:18 – Elite 15 Rankings That Make Zero Sense16:42 – Athletes Rising at the Perfect Time28:55 – Biggest Threats in the Men’s & Women’s Divisions43:30 – Final World Championship Predictions 🏆🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts.#HYROX #HYROXWorldChampionship #Elite15 #HybridAthlete #HYROXRacing #FitnessRacing #EnduranceSports #HybridTraining #RaceBrain #HYROXTraining
Transcribe →HYROX World Championship Power Rankings 2026 | Final Elite Predictions Before Stockholm
May 1801:03:06Tap to summarizeThe FINAL HYROX power rankings are here before the 2026 World Championships… and the debates got heated.We break down the top contenders heading into Stockholm, including:🔥 The men’s division getting deeper than ever🔥 Why the women’s field might be entering a new era🔥 A shocking breakout performance that changed everything🔥 The biggest threats to the defending stars🔥 Which athletes are peaking at the perfect time🔥 The runner takeover happening inside HYROX🔥 Dark horses, podium picks, and championship predictionsThe crew also dives into:Massive recent race resultsElite strategy discussionsWorld Championship expectationsHYROX race growth & ticket chaosWhy next season could completely reshape the sportIf you love HYROX analysis, elite competition talk, race breakdowns, rankings, and world championship debates — this episode is packed.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube📺 Subscribe for weekly HYROX coverage, athlete interviews, race previews, and elite analysis.
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