Hybrid Fitness Media

Matt B. Davis

HYROX, DEKA, Deadly Dozen, ATHX and more. Coverage. Content. Conversation. The voice of hybrid fitness racing. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

  1. Aug 27

    HYROX Ergs That You Are Probably Doing Wrong and Why Wall-Ball Judging Needs to Change

    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 fieldWhy burpee broad jumps are such a demanding HYROX stationWhy damper settings are not gearsSkiErg technique, including how to use your lats and avoid burning out your quadsSolo versus doubles strategy on the SkiErg and RowErgWhy Lars believes athletes should start faster, then recover intelligentlyThe difference between compromised running and fatigued runningHow inconsistent no-reps can affect athlete results, rankings, and sponsorship opportunitiesWhy 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

    HYROX Ergs That You Are Probably Doing Wrong and Why Wall-Ball Judging Needs to Change
  2. Aug 25

    Deadly Dozen USA Relaunch-ish. Plus DEKA Raleigh.

    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

    Deadly Dozen USA Relaunch-ish. Plus DEKA Raleigh.
  3. Aug 20

    Nicky The Good Makes Catchy AF Tunes

    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

    Nicky The Good Makes Catchy AF Tunes
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HYROX, DEKA, Deadly Dozen, ATHX and more. Coverage. Content. Conversation. The voice of hybrid fitness racing. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.