Peloton announced today that it’s launching its first 12-week Hyrox Training Program to help members prepare for the race. Peloton previously hinted at this program when it launched its new cross-training equipment line in October.
This training program is intended to coincide with the Hyrox NYC race taking place from May 28 to May 31, and from June 4 to June 7. Hyrox has become increasingly popular among hybrid athletes (those who do strength and cardio workouts), and Peloton is leaning in to support competitive fitness athletes looking to try something new or challenge themselves.
What is Hyrox?
Hyrox is known for its challenging courses that include eight functional workout stations and running 1 kilometer (a little over half a mile) eight times. Some people join teams, while others go at it alone. Regardless of how you sign up, it requires preparation and strategy to succeed.
“This program will train your engine… train your strength, and you will train your mind to stay sharp when fatigue hits,” said Robin Arzón, Peloton head instructor and vice president of fitness programming, and a certified Hyrox performance coach. In a statement, she said that the program’s goal is to do more than just get you through the race. “We are building you to own it.”
What Peloton Hyrox workouts will look like
If you sign up for the 12-week program, you’ll need to be prepared to work. It’s meant to be done seven days a week. This training program will consist of five elements to help you reach race day feeling strong and prepared. The five core aspects Peloton will focus on include:
Aerobic Power: Teaches athletes how to manage effort and build endurance.
Simple Tools, High Impact: Learn how to develop hybrid endurance.
Efficiency Over Speed: Use smart pacing and conserve energy during the course.
Progressive Volume: Train through cumulative fatigue and intentional loading.
Performance Drivers: Recover and fuel properly during a training cycle.
Members will get to train for this race through Peloton classes they already enjoy, such as Tread bootcamps, strength, rowing and mobility/stretching. The first six weeks of the cross-training program will focus on building up your aerobic capacity and establishing threshold control.
For the second half, athletes will go through a 75-minute simulation of the race to test out pacing and transition skills. The final weeks will add another challenge by focusing on “real demand” training, which will have heavy sled pushes, wall balls and a run.
The program is designed to be customizable, whether you’re a Hyrox newbie or an experienced athlete. You’ll learn the mechanics and how to transition between stations, and get used to your race weights based on where you are in your plan.
Coaches you can expect to see teaching these classes include Robin Arzón, Andy Speer, Ash Pryor, Adrian Williams, Logan Aldridge, Chelsea Jackson Roberts, Joslyn Thompson Rule and Alex Karwoski.
Peloton’s Hyrox Training Program is now available on the Peloton app and hardware. You can also connect with other community members training for a Hyrox through the Official Hyrox Training Team on the Peloton app.
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