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Fitness · by Mariam Said · 2026-11-04

Hyrox becoming an Olympic contender is wild to me

bbc.co.uk

World Triathlon has partnered with Hyrox, making it a recognised discipline, and some triathletes are openly worried it could take over. I started doing it last year because I was bored of just lifting, and it's been the most fun I've had training. It's too late for LA 2028 but a future Games isn't impossible. Is this good for regular gym-goers, or will it turn a fun format into something overly serious?

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Arif Hasan · 8 likes

the sled push is the most humbling experience of my adult life

Noah Miller · 3 likes

same and i cried a bit at the wall balls

Kanya Srisai · 2 likes

my worry is the entry fees. already pricey, olympic status will make it a luxury hobby

Diego García · 0 likes

as someone who does both, triathlon people are being a bit dramatic. totally different crowds