Jess Pettrow on HYROX Elite 15, World Records, and the Story Behind “The Bucket”
In this week's episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast we are joined by Jess Pettrow after a huge season in HYROX. A regular in the Elite 15, Jess raced all of last season’s Majors, finished 9th at the 2025 World Championships in Chicago, won the relay with Australia, and recently set a new Pro Doubles World Record with Joanna Wietrzyk in 54:24.In this episode, we cover:✔️ Her journey into HYROX and what keeps her motivated✔️ Why training with a group has elevated her performance✔️ The mindset and preparation behind competing at the top level✔️ The story of “the bucket” - a motto central to her training✔️ Her goals for the season ahead and what it takes to stay consistent in the Elite 15It’s an open and insightful conversation packed with performance tips, mindset lessons, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of HYROX’s top athletes.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
25 Sep 45min
From HYROX Volunteer to Elite 15: Emilie Dahmen’s Rise
In this week's episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast I’m chatting with Emilie Dahmen. Just a year ago Emilie was volunteering at a HYROX race to earn study credits, and now she’s a Nike athlete competing with the best in the world. She’s quickly gone from complete beginner to finishing 6th in the Elite 15 in Chicago!We talk about the whirlwind of her first season, her sporting background, her mindset and how she’s approaching training at this level. It was a fun, open chat with one of HYROX’s most exciting new athletes and brightest stars, and I think you’ll really enjoy it.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
18 Sep 51min
Jon Wynn on Heat Training, Mindset and Staying Elite in HYROX
Jon Wynn is back on the Rox Lyfe podcast after delivering his best HYROX performance yet at the 2025 World Championships in Chicago.A consistent presence in the HYROX Elite 15, Jon has finished in the top 10 at the last three World Championships — 6th in 2023, 9th in 2024, and 5th this year at the age of 38 while balancing life as a dad of two.In this episode, we cover:✔️ How he turned a season of setbacks into his best-ever HYROX performance✔️ The role of heat training & cooling in his race prep✔️ His Achilles rehab journey and what it’s taught him✔️ Doubles ambitions alongside Graham Halliday✔️ His candid perspective on HYROX World Championship relay selectionIt’s an open, honest conversation filled with performance tips, training insights, and mindset lessons from one of the sport’s grittiest competitors.Follow Jon on Instagram at @jonwynnfitnessandsobriety🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🧤 The Rox Guys – Lightweight, breathable gloves, with great grip, for fitness racing. Get 15% off with code ROXLYFE or by going to https://www.theroxguys.com/discount/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
11 Sep 57min
Bjoern Schinke on Training HYROX Champions Smarter, Not Harder
In this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Bjoern Schinke (@bjoernschinke) - coach to 2025 HYROX World Champion Linda Meier.Bjoern has also worked with 2021 World Champion and former world record holder Tobias Lautwein, and before HYROX he coached Germany’s men’s eight rowing team to Olympic silver. His approach blends movement efficiency, neuro-athletic training, and mindset coaching - helping athletes perform at the highest level while often training on surprisingly low volume.In this episode, we cover:✔️ How he helped Linda reach the top with one of the lowest training volumes in the Elite field✔️ Why movement efficiency & neuroathletic training could be game-changers in HYROX✔️ The role of mindset, pacing & patience in racing✔️ Why joy might be the most powerful performance tool of allIt’s an open, detailed conversation full of performance insights and mindset lessons for anyone who wants to train smarter for HYROX.You can find out more about Bjoern, his training, and his podcast at...@bjoernschinke@strongmoveclub @strongforlife_podcast@thehybridcodewww.strongmove.de🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
4 Sep 1h 6min
Inside the Mind of Elite HYROX Athlete Dylan Scott
In this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast we chat with Dylan Scott. Dylan has been a fixture at the elite level of HYROX for years and most recently finished 3rd in the Elite 15 at the 2025 World Championships. In this conversation we cover a lot. We spend time on the mental side of performance - from his “why,” to the growth that’s helped him stop getting in his own way, to his mindset on the start line, and the lessons he’s taken from both setbacks and podium finishes. We also dive into his training, the drama of Chicago World Championships, and the story behind his fiery “Do I have to remind you who I am?” Vegas win. It's always fun talking with Dylan - I think you’ll really enjoy it.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
28 Aug 1h 6min
Run Faster in HYROX with Shane Benzie - The Indiana Jones of Running
In this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by world-renowned movement coach and author of The Lost Art of Running, Shane Benzie (@shane.benzie).Shane has worked with HYROX athletes, Olympians, tribal communities, and elite performers across seven continents - blending biomechanics, anthropology, and real-world experience to radically improve how we move.We dive deep into how you can become a faster, more efficient, and more resilient athlete - without necessarily getting “fitter.” Whether you’re chasing HYROX PBs or just want to move better, this one’s packed with lightbulb moments.We cover:The major technique flaw 84% of runners are makingHow to use “tripod feet” to improve stride, power, and stabilityWhy impact and airtime aren’t the enemies you think they areLessons from African training camps, extreme athletes, and military operativesHow desk posture affects run performance - and what to do about itPlus: cadence, carbon shoes, curve theory, and elastic recoilIf you're interested in improving your running / performance in HYROX, this one is for you!🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
21 Aug 1h 2min
Lauren Weeks on HYROX Records, Smart Training, and Race-Day Mindset
Lauren Weeks is back on the Rox Lyfe podcast!The world record holder in both the Open and Pro divisions, Lauren finished 3rd in the 2025 HYROX World Championships singles, won the doubles with Lauren Griffiths, and captained the USA relay team in one of the most talked-about races of the year. She also took victory at three of the four Elite 15 majors this season and set a new Pro world record in Glasgow.In this episode, we cover:- Her reflections on the 2025 World Champs and that relay DQ- Record-breaking performances in Glasgow and DC- How she manages high training volume without burning out- Why she’d choose a SkiErg as her one piece of kit- Off-season goals and her future ambitions beyond HYROXIt’s an honest, detailed conversation packed with performance tips, training insights, and mindset lessons from one of the sport’s all-time greats.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
14 Aug 59min
Jeremy McConnell on HYROX, Mental Grit — and the Infamous Shoulder Barge
This week on the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by HYROX athlete and former reality TV star Jeremy McConnell (@jeremymcconnellcooke).Jeremy recently raced in the Elite 15 Doubles at the 2025 HYROX World Championships and was part of the Irish relay team — yes, the one involved in that incident with Hunter McIntyre. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Jeremy opens up about:How HYROX helped him rebuild after addiction and media chaosHis honest view on the Worlds relay disqualificationLessons from the brutal Marathon des SablesTraining smarter (and more structured) this seasonThe truth about his race day arm sleeves and goalkeeper glovesIt is raw, honest, funny, and full of stories — it was agreat chat, and I think you’ll enjoy it a lot.🔗 Subscribe for more episodes💥 Supporters of this Episode🏅 MyProtein – Affordable, high-quality supplements to support your HYROX training. Use code ROXLYFE at checkout: https://roxlyfe.com/myprotein🎒 Built For Athletes – Premium backpacks trusted by 150,000+ athletes. Get 15% off automatically at: https://builtforathletes.com/ROXLYFE🔗 Useful Links & Resources🤷 New to HYROX? Start here: https://roxlyfe.com/a-beginners-guide-to-hyrox/📚 Articles & tips: https://roxlyfe.com/🏃♂️ Training plans & coaching: https://roxlyfe.com/coaching/📅 12-week HYROX training plan: https://roxlyfe.com/12-week-training-plan/🥗 Personalised HYROX nutrition: https://roxlyfe.com/nutrition-for-hyrox/📲 Stay Connected📹 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3LDf0XTEWT4Uc_RY4pGOzw?sub_confirmation=1💌 Get weekly HYROX tips by email: https://roxlyfe.com/subscribe/📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroxlyfe/ 💗 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roxlyfe#HYROX #HybridAthlete #FunctionalFitness #EnduranceTraining
7 Aug 59min
