What is HYROX? And Why You’ll Love Training for It at Jungla (Even If You Don’t Compete)

f you’ve seen people running laps between sled pushes and wall balls and wondered what the heck is HYROX? — you’re not alone. And we’re here to break it down.

🔥 The Sport of Fitness Racing

HYROX is a global fitness race designed to test your endurance, strength, and grit. It’s a standardized indoor competition that combines functional movements and running — think CrossFit meets endurance racing but every race is the same format:

1KM Run + 1 Functional Workout, repeated 8 times.

Here's the full breakdown:

1. 1KM Ru

2. n1000M SkiErg

3. 1KM Run

4. Sled Push

5. 1KM Run

6. Sled Pull

7. 1KM Run

8. Burpee Broad Jumps

9. 1KM Run

10. Row 1000M

11. 1KM Run

12. Farmers Carry

13. 1KM Run

14. Sandbag Lunges

15. 1KM Run

16. Wall Balls

It’s as mental as it is physical — and that’s why we love it.

💪 Why We Train HYROX at Jungla

Whether you’re prepping for your first race or just want to build endurance and functional strength, HYROX-style training gives your body a complete workout. It mixes cardio and resistance in a way that pushes your limits and sharpens your mindset.

At Jungla, we run HYROX Training Classes every Saturday, and you don’t need to be registered for a race to join. These sessions are designed to:

• Improve your engine (aka cardio capacity)

• Build strength under fatigue

• Master the movements you’ll see in competition

• Challenge yourself in a team environment

• Have a damn good time doing it.
  
  
  

🌿 Come for the Challenge, Stay for the Tribe

The best part? You’re never doing it alone. Whether you're chasing a podium or just trying something new, HYROX Saturdays at Jungla are all about showing up, moving with intention, and leaving stronger.

So... competing or not — we’ll see you this Saturday.