Dr Megan Powell: From Team GB to Hyrox: Performance, Pacing & Female Athlete Health

In this episode, we sit down with Megan Powell — former Team GB athlete, Hyrox competitor, and GP registrar — to explore what it really takes to transition from elite endurance sport into hybrid racing.

With a background in high-level duathlon, Megan shares the key differences between traditional racing and Hyrox, and why success isn’t just about fitness — but how you apply it.

We dive into:

• What transfers (and what doesn’t) from elite duathlon racing to Hyrox
• The challenge of managing intensity and heart rate across stations
• Why pacing looks completely different in hybrid racing
• Lessons from racing, doubles competition, and working towards a sub-hour performance

Beyond performance, Megan brings a unique perspective as a doctor with a growing focus on female athlete health.

We also discuss:

• RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) and why it’s often missed
• The importance of understanding your training load and fuelling
• Contraception, hormones, and performance considerations
• Why more healthcare professionals need to understand athletic populations
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This episode blends elite-level performance insight with real-world health knowledge — a must-listen for any female athlete looking to train smarter and understand their body better.

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