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Matt B. Davis | Hybrid Fitness Media
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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.

  1. 1D AGO

    Lexi Johnson Scales. ErgShoot (And Scores!) Josh Van Zeeland 2.0

    Lexi Johnson built her platform long before she ever stepped onto a start line. What started as at-home workouts during COVID turned into a massive online and in-person community. Now she's taking that base into competition, with clear strengths and a lot of room to grow. Then there's ErgShoot, a new format trying to carve out its own lane. It blends ergs with precision shooting, backed by real tech and early traction inside CrossFit events. The goal isn't just to be part of the space, but to build something entirely new. Josh van Zeeland is in the middle of a reset. After injury, the focus has shifted from rushing back to building something more durable. He talks through the rehab process, what he's learned from racing at a high level, and how quickly things changed once he broke into the elite side of HYROX. Lexi Johnson – Topics From dental hygienist to fitness entrepreneur during COVID The "Dungem" and building a massive audience through authenticity Personal mission: father's health transformation driving her purpose Community-first growth: events, clients, and real-world engagement HYROX journey: strong stations, Pro transition, and improving running ErgShoot – Topics Origin story: CrossFit gym experiment to new sport concept Biathlon inspiration: combining ergs with precision shooting Early growth: Concept2 support and CrossFit event integrations Sport mechanics: cardio plus accuracy under fatigue Long-term vision: global expansion, affiliates, and standalone events Josh van Zeeland – Topics Rehab mindset shift: slowing down, patience, and long-term performance From rugby and ACL injury to HYROX and endurance racing Rapid progression: Open debut to Pro racing and Worlds performance Race evolution: pacing, sub-60 barrier, and breakthrough results Injury recovery: hamstring surgery and rebuilding the full athlete Today's episode is brought to you by Xendurance. Clinically proven supplements to improve endurance, energy, and lean body mass Guest Links:  Lexi Johnson | Erg Shoot | Josh Van Zeeland Listen on Apple or Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

    1h 35m
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    1D AGO · BONUS

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  3. 4D AGO

    Alyssa's Unforunate Saliva Incident. Plus HYROX Age Group Roll Down Changes. HYROX Cancun, Race, Party Or Both. Plus Truth Over Access.

    We start by catching up with Alyssa McElheny after her attempt to get a 2nd race in before the cutoff for The HYROX Warsaw Major. Saliva slowed her down, let's find out why. Then the Not So Live Show with Cheryl, Matt and Dave. Old people talk: seatbelts, 8-tracks, and riding in the back of cars HYROX Cancun: race, vacation, or full racecation The "I could go sub-60" guy who ran 1:25 Why HYROX is harder than people think (Murph denial included) Cancun race setup: one lap course, rain, platforms, fireworks Destination races and the rise of the HYROX racecation Fall North America cities announced: Nashville, Tampa, Salt Lake City, Denver Altitude debates and racing for fun vs chasing PRs HYROX growth moment in America and the viral schedule post New women emerging with fast times and the next Elite 15 contenders Alyssa's penalty, judging standards, and the "benefit of the doubt" debate Elite 15 rule enforcement and communication issues The role of media in covering the sport honestly New Worlds qualification rule: no roll-downs after the initial offer Quick preview of the European Championship race and who we want to win We start with some old-school nostalgia before getting into HYROX Cancun and the idea of a true racecation. The conversation moves quickly into how hard HYROX actually is, sparked by the classic "I could go sub-60" claim, and what the Cancun course setup revealed about race design. From there, we get into the bigger picture. HYROX growth in North America, the newly announced fall cities, and the ongoing debate between racing for PRs versus racing for the experience. We also look at emerging athletes, especially on the women's side, and what the next version of the Elite 15 could look like. The back half of the episode focuses on rules and governance. Alyssa's penalty, judging consistency, and the broader issue of communication from HYROX all come up, along with the newly announced Worlds qualification rule removing roll-downs after the initial offer. We wrap with a quick look ahead to the European Championship and who we think could take it. Listen on Apple or Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

    1h 50m

  4. MAR 13

    HYROX DC - Elite 15 Finish Line Interviews

    Athletes We Talked To Friday - Elite 15 Singles Morgan Schulz - 3rd - $6,000 Kris Rugloski - 5th - $4,200 Carolyn Watkins - 4th - $4,800 Katherine Fahsbender - 11th - $1,800 Terra Jackson - 8th - $2,700 Lauren Griffith - 7th - $3,000 Vivian Tafuto - 2nd - $9,600 Lauren Weeks - 1st - $15,000 Kelsey Hochleitner - 12th - $1,500 Audrey Skiver - 6th - $3,600 Lianne Girard - 13th - $1,200 Rachel Legacy - 15th - $900 Frédéric Dubé - 7th - $3,000 Ryan Callahan - 15th - $900 Cole Learn - 1st - $15,000 Dylan Scott - 2nd - $9,600 Stephen Pelkofer - 3rd - $6,000 Saturday - Elite 15 Doubles (Prize money paid per team) Morgan Schulz & Katherine Fahsbender - 2nd - $6,400 Kristen Stein & Alandra Greenlee - 3rd - $4,000 Vivian Tafuto & Lauren Weeks - 1st - $10,000 Brittany McCall & Lianne Girard - 4th - $3,200 Danitza Leon & Madison Yaskowich - 8th - $1,800 Zoe Verkerke & Claire Haines - 12th - $1,000 Maria Fecik & Terra Jackson - 5th - $2,800 Marcus Wallace & Dawson Miller - 2nd - $6,400 Jarrett Newby & Hayden Warner - 3rd - $4,000 Dylan Scott & Stephen Pelkofer - 1st - $10,000 Cole Learn & Jay Muscart - 5th - $2,800 Ryan Douglas & Jack Driscoll - 8th - $1,800 Colin Stiefer & Ryan Kent - 6th - $2,400 Topics • Cole Learn wins the men's Elite 15 race in Washington DC • Lauren Weeks takes the women's Elite 15 title • Vivian Tafuto finishes second in singles and wins doubles with Weeks • Dylan Scott and Stephen Pelkofer dominate the doubles race • Morgan Schulz podium finish in singles and silver in doubles • Kris Rugloski fifth in singles and third in doubles with Alandra Greenlee • Terra Jackson top 10 singles and fifth in doubles with Maria Fecik • Jarrett Newby and Hayden Warner podium finish in doubles • Ryan Kent and Colin Stiefer finish sixth • Frédéric Dubé top 10 finish in men's singles • Audrey Skiver's one arm sandbag moment • Rachel Legacy racing while pregnant • Quick reactions from athletes across both Elite 15 fields Listen on Apple or Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

    51 min

  5. MAR 11

    HYROX Watergate Part 2. 60 Plus Gets Redemption.

    After the backlash over the 60+ World Championship race schedule, the company sent a new email saying they are exploring reversing the decision. Matt, Cheryl, and Dave break down the response, read comments from the first Watergate episode, and discuss new details that came out about the Elite 15 athlete briefing: HYROX responds to the 60+ race controversy Whether the apology actually fixes the problem Community reactions to the first Watergate episode Dr. Alondra Greenlee responding in the comments New details about the athlete briefing Why athletes were told not to record the meeting The "yeet" rule and throwing trash on course Transparency and rule consistency in HYROX Listen on Apple or Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee

    1h 15m

  6. MAR 10

    WaterGate at HYROX DC. 60 Plus Gets Hosed. Plus Alandra Gets Sidelined - Emergency Podcast

    *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-6939c736-9574-8333-83e6-3cf55c472493-4" data-testid= "conversation-turn-178" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> • HYROX "Watergate" controversy after Cole Learn dumps water on himself mid-race • Whether rules are actually being enforced consistently in Elite 15 racing • The growing "trust bank" problem between HYROX and athletes • 60+ athletes furious over Stockholm Worlds schedule change • HYROX email claiming the change was "for their benefit" • Age-group athletes forced to choose between singles and doubles • Alondra Greenlee barred from racing after missing athlete briefing • Kent allowed to race despite also missing the meeting • Mandatory race briefings and whether they should exist at all • Transparency problems and HYROX's repeated "no comment" responses • How elite sports normally handle suspensions and rule enforcement • What HYROX needs to do to rebuild trust with athletes and fans Summary This emergency Sunday episode digs into what the crew is calling "Watergate" after video surfaced of Cole Learn pouring water on himself during a race, something explicitly prohibited in the HYROX rulebook. The discussion centers on inconsistent rule enforcement and whether the organization is drifting toward the same credibility problems that plagued Spartan in past years. They also unpack two other major controversies from the weekend: a last-minute schedule change for 60+ athletes at the World Championships that forces many to choose between singles and doubles, and the decision to block Alondra Greenlee from racing after missing a mandatory briefing while another athlete who also missed the meeting was allowed to compete. The common thread is transparency. With HYROX declining to comment publicly on several incidents, the crew debates whether the sport risks eroding the trust it has built with athletes and fans during its rapid growth. Listen on Apple or Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

    40 min

  7. MAR 5

    HYROX Data and Pacing with Kaʻeo from Stryd. Plus an Alaskan Surprise with Chad Trammell and Lars Arneson

    Matt sits down with Kaʻeo Kruse from Stryd to break down how running data can improve HYROX performance. Later, Alaskan athletes Chad Trammell and Lars Arneson join the show to talk about their impressive Pro Doubles debut at HYROX Phoenix. Topics Kaʻeo Kruse (Stryd) • Hawaii → Harvard → UVA running career • Training with USA Triathlon in Boulder • Understanding running power and pacing • Matt's HYROX Phoenix data breakdown • Cadence vs stride length • Efficiency and avoiding anaerobic spikes Chad Trammell & Lars Arneson • Chad winning World's Toughest Mudder • Lars' Nordic skiing background • Training for HYROX in Anchorage • Fourth place in HYROX Phoenix Pro Doubles • Race strategy and pacing • Why lunges and wall balls cost them time Summary First up, Matt talks with Kaʻeo Kruse from Stryd about how running data can help HYROX athletes race smarter. Kruse explains his background as a runner at Harvard and UVA before transitioning to triathlon and training with USA Triathlon in Boulder. Using Matt's race at HYROX Phoenix as a case study, they break down pacing, cadence, stride length, and running power. The data showed how maintaining consistent effort led to a five-minute improvement and why even small efficiency gains can make a big difference in HYROX racing. In the second half of the episode, Matt catches up with Chad Trammell and Lars Arneson from Anchorage, Alaska. Trammell reflects on winning World's Toughest Mudder and the early days of obstacle racing, while Arneson talks about his background as a Nordic skier and mountain runner. The pair recently finished fourth in Pro Doubles at HYROX Phoenix with a time of 50:41, despite only doing a handful of strength workouts together. They break down their race strategy, where they lost time, and whether they'll pursue the Elite 15 Doubles races moving forward. Guest Links:  Kaʻeo Kruse from Stryd| Lars Arneson & Chad Trammell Listen on Apple or Spotify Support us through The Cup Of Coffee Follow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG

    1h 23m

  8. MAR 3

    HYROX DC Preview. XENOM First Thoughts. Rancher Strong AKA HayRox Recap

    *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:d59d284c-cf4e-45ec-9ab4-cb058519802a-5" data-testid= "conversation-turn-12" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> Fun to watch who will qualify for HYROX Worlds Full breakdown of Rancher Strong race in Texas Why Red Bull keeps winning in this space XENOM launches and calls itself the Decathlon of Fitness $500 entry fees, max snatches, and muscle ups 26.1 wall balls and the HYROX handshake meme Matt walks through Rancher Strong from the Pro Am all the way through my race effort. What went well, what I overthought, and why HYROX training absolutely showed up when it mattered. It was short, violent, and a great reminder that fear is usually worse than reality. We also dig into XENOM and whether it actually learned anything from HYROX. Big funding. Big talk. But accessibility still matters. Then we hit 26.1, Open numbers, and a full HYROX DC preview. The women's race feels structured. The men's race feels unpredictable. Doubles could get spicy.

    1h 40m
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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.

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  • Creator
    Matt B. Davis | Hybrid Fitness Media
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    280
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Hybrid Fitness Media

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