HybridX is a Swedish hybrid race that leans heavily on machines. Instead of separate runs between stations, the running is a station in its own right, on a curved treadmill. The details below come from the organiser’s site, as summarised on our races page.
The format
Eight stations in a set order:
- 1500 m RowErg.
- 25 deadlifts.
- 50 reverse lunges.
- 1500 m SkiErg.
- 25 seated shoulder presses.
- 25 burpees.
- 5000 m BikeErg.
- 2500 m curved treadmill run.
Roughly 10.5 km of work in total.
Divisions
Singles Open, Singles Pro, Doubles Open, Doubles Pro, Doubles Mixed, and age groups from 35 to 60+.
Where it runs
Sweden. Our races page lists upcoming dates confirmed on the organiser’s site.
How it differs from HYROX
- Running is one station, at the end, on a curved treadmill.
- More ergs: row, SkiErg and bike.
- Barbell or weighted lifts: deadlifts and shoulder presses.
- No sleds.
Training for it
- Erg endurance: long efforts on the rower, SkiErg and bike. See building your engine on the ergs.
- Strength endurance: deadlifts and presses for reps.
- Curved treadmill: a curved treadmill is self-powered and feels different from a normal treadmill. If you can find one, practise on it.
- Running tired: the run comes last, so practise running after long erg work.
Pacing
With a long bike and a run at the end, pace the early ergs carefully. The row and SkiErg come early; do not use everything there.
Who it suits
Racers who are strong on machines and want less running than HYROX. It is also a good option for people who prefer indoor, controlled conditions.