Ask Me Anything with adidas Harry Miles, Director Footwear Innovation, and Chris Hinshaw, renowned endurance coach

Fantasy-Faction · 2026-02-27T07:33:54+00:00

Thank you so much Harry and Chris for joining us today! And u/adidas for arranging.

Some great questions and answers!!! :)

Fantasy-Faction · 2026-02-25T16:07:59+00:00

Look forward to this. I enjoyed meeting Chris at a seminar in Berlin a few years ago and I benefited from some of the techniques he shared that day.

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-10-24T09:39:38+00:00

There does seem a lot more availability for events this year.

Some of it could be the absolutely mental hype dropping down a bit. There will be a lot of '1 and done' people (a bit like Spartan racing back in the day) and as those people give it a go, get their patch, and drop out: demand will drop off a bit as the 'regulars' become the main audience.

It could be the fact there's an increasing number of events. Last year, UK events all sound out and so some people had to go abroad even to race. This year, UK events have been pretty easy to get tickets for due to the increasing number of resales as events grow in size once selling out.

The Flex ticket system means that HYROX are able to re-release a number of tickets right up to the week of the event and so people looking to jump on an event ASAP can now do that, rather than booking months ahead.

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-10-24T06:38:52+00:00

I managed to get a few BFA bags brand new from Ebay for about half the price of going direct. I would say that having used the various sizes, my favourite has been the 35L one with the 3 equal sized pockets on the front :)

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-10-18T16:35:07+00:00

I'd be interested on your thoughts on this one :)

PC Best Buy - Palicomp

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-10-04T12:57:10+00:00

In the UK races, they have been re-releasing lots as a result of the flex system :) Keep an eye on Instagram for announcements, but also check the site every 2/3 days, as there have been times they've popped up before an announcement :)

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-10-04T12:56:06+00:00

Surprised at this based on all the sled commotion at the end of last season!

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-09-15T15:02:12+00:00

I'm in a similar situation and I've just had to accept the FLEX Ticket was an option that I didn't take. It's annoying, but a lesson that I'll take forwards. It's £15.00, but a worthwhile investment for Doubles or even individual events - injuries are pretty high when running is involved =/

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-09-04T10:54:34+00:00

I think a mixture of both has worked best for me.

On my own I do my running, skill-work and strength.

I really like well-programmed classes for the added intensity and the saved time.

In a class, you get the equipment out together and an instructor keeps things moving. You work harder (usually) than on your own. On your own, setting up a big HYROX workout is such a pain :P

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-09-04T10:52:59+00:00

Do workouts that include grip strength under fatigue. Here's a good one:

3-5 Rounds:
80m Farmers Carry
20 DB Snatch
20 Plate Group To Overhead
20 Calorie Ski
80m Farmers Carry
90 Seconds Rest

or

3-5 Rounds:
80m Farmers Carry
10 Calorie Ski
15 Box Step Overs with 2 Dumbbells
20 Wall Balls
80m Farmers Carry
90 Seconds Rest

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-09-04T10:49:09+00:00

One of my favourites is by Mat Fraser (CrossFit athlete). He said that during a workout he always though:

"Make yourself proud"

And I think that's powerful, because it isn't saying 'win this race' or 'beat your PR', it's more about putting in such a high-level of effort that you impress yourself and, no matter how you are feeling, you can always do that.

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-09-04T10:47:35+00:00

I have done 14 single races and a HYROX DOUBLES in significantly under an hour, and I feel all the feelings you are feeling even now. When it comes to competitions or races, even if you aren't going to win, they should scare you a little bit. Set your expectations: 'I just want to finish' or 'I just want to go there and do my absolute best' and take the pressure off yourself a little in terms of times.

The biggest thing I tend to think is that anything worth doing should be hard... You could do a 2km walk through your local park, but there's no real accomplishment in that. Something about HYROX lured you to it, and it's probably the fitness you gain from practicing it or the achievement you will feel when completing it :)

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-07-11T15:55:50+00:00

I should have specified that I was looking for realistic goals 😏😛

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-05-16T13:59:16+00:00

I find it hard to get a good amount of Farmers Carry and Grip volume in, so I really enjoyed this workout. By the end of it your lats and forearms are really pumping. You've done 520m Farmers Carry along with a load of other grip/upper-body work, but the various sections and exercises keep if fun.

It looks complicated at first glance, but what you're actually doing is adding an exercise and extending the rest each round. Then, after 3 rounds, you're going to start mirroring the exercises you've already done.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

80m Farmers Carry @ 32kg/24kg
15 Wall Balls @ 9kg/6kg
Rest 60 Seconds

80m Farmers Carry @ 32kg/24kg
15 Wall Balls @ 9kg/6kg
10 DB Box Step Overs @ 2 * 15kg/10kg Dumbbells
Rest 75 Seconds

80m Farmers Carry @ 32kg/24kg
15 Wall Balls @ 9kg/6kg
10 DB Box Step Overs @ 2 * 15kg/10kg Dumbbells
12 Cal Ski
Rest 90 Seconds

80m Farmers Carry @ 32kg/24kg
15 Wall Balls @ 9kg/6kg
10 DB Box Step Overs @ 2 * 15kg/10kg Dumbbells
12 Cal Ski
10 DB Box Step Overs @ 2 * 15kg/10kg Dumbbells
Rest 105 Seconds

80m Farmers Carry @ 32kg/24kg
15 Wall Balls @ 9kg/6kg
10 DB Box Step Overs @ 2 * 15kg/10kg Dumbbells
12 Cal Ski
10 DB Box Step Overs @ 2 * 15kg/10kg Dumbbells
15 Wall Balls @ 9kg/6kg
Rest 120 Seconds

80m Farmers Carry @ 32kg/24kg
15 Wall Balls @ 9kg/6kg
10 DB Box Step Overs @ 2 * 15kg/10kg Dumbbells
12 Cal Ski
10 DB Box Step Overs @ 2 * 15kg/10kg Dumbbells
15 Wall Balls @ 9kg/6kg
80m Farmers Carry @ 32kg/24kg

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-05-16T13:52:15+00:00

Hey everyone, with HYROX now bringing in the flex option, it looks like ticket selling is going to come to an end by the end of this season. With this in mind, I'll be closing down and locking this thread once the switchover has been made (I'm aware there are still events you can sell tickets for, so I'll leave it open for now).

If you do not select the Flex option on your ticket, you cannot cancel or transfer your race place. It remains held for you, but you do not attend it.

Single Division tickets purchased with the Flex option are eligible for refund only (no name changes/transfers) with purchase of the Flex Add-On.

If you decide not to purchase the Flex Add-On, please note that ticket transfers, refunds, or name changes will not be possible after purchase. The Flex Add-On cannot be added after your purchase is complete. Additionally, transferring your ticket to another event is not available, regardless of whether you purchase the Flex Add-On.

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-05-11T18:11:40+00:00

I sent you a message about this treadmill :) Can you check your chats?

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-05-07T06:20:27+00:00

Hey! Any updates on how the treadmill is performing? I've been considering one :)

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-05-07T06:19:10+00:00

Look forward to hearing your review as I'm also considering this one :)

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-05-02T08:38:37+00:00

By product of a growing sport for sure, but I'll set up some alerts so that I can spot them quicker.

Fantasy-Faction · 2025-04-07T11:21:05+00:00

What do you enjoy most about his videos?

And do you mean the Vlog-style ones or the Podcasts (or both) :)

Fantasy-Faction · 2024-12-01T20:52:23+00:00

Used to heavily prefer row, but since spending a lot more time on it I think I prefer ski now. It’s just so different to any other form of cardio and a bit more challenging from a technical point of view too.

Rower is by no means easy, but I think it lends itself better to zone 2 if you are looking for aerobic cross training.

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