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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Bullmore

Three unexpected exercises you need to add into your Hyrox preparations, according to an expert trainer

Hyrox UK master trainer Jake Dearden reveals three exercises that are non-negotiables in his Hyrox training plans - (HYROX/ Sportograf/ The Independent)

How do you train for a Hyrox race? Running is a given, and it pays to be proficient at the other eight featured exercises too. But a top trainer and athlete says there are three further movements that should be “non-negotiables” in your Hyrox preparations.

The squat, push press and reverse lunge could hold the key to a faster time, according to Hyrox UK master trainer and Represent 247 athlete Jake Dearden. And with his own PB being an enviable 56min 53sec, he clearly knows what he’s talking about.

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