Everyone seems to be obsessed with HYROX right now.
From runners looking for their next challenge, to gym-goers who want to test their overall fitness, HYROX has quickly become one of the most talked-about fitness events today. But for many beginners, the biggest question is not just “Should I try HYROX?” but “Where do I even start training for one?”
Unlike a typical road race where you can lace up, follow a running plan, and slowly build mileage, HYROX requires a mix of running endurance, strength, technique, pacing, and proper movement efficiency.
You are not just running. You are running, then pushing, pulling, carrying, lunging, rowing, skiing, and throwing wall balls while tired.
In short: your lungs, legs, grip, and ego will all have a meeting.
What is HYROX?
HYROX is a global fitness race that combines running with functional fitness. In simple terms, it is made up of 8 rounds of 1KM running, with one workout station after every run.
The race format is standardized, which means athletes around the world complete the same sequence of running and workout stations.
| Round | Run | Workout Station |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1KM Run | SkiErg |
| 2 | 1KM Run | Sled Push |
| 3 | 1KM Run | Sled Pull |
| 4 | 1KM Run | Burpee Broad Jump |
| 5 | 1KM Run | Row |
| 6 | 1KM Run | Farmer’s Carry |
| 7 | 1KM Run | Sandbag Lunges |
| 8 | 1KM Run | Wall Balls |
What makes HYROX exciting is that it is simple to understand, but challenging to execute. You need endurance for the running, strength for the stations, and enough composure to keep moving efficiently even when fatigue starts to kick in.
Where to Train HYROX in the Philippines
Here are some gyms and training facilities in the Philippines that offer HYROX, HYROX-style, or functional fitness training that can help you prepare for the race.
Note: Class schedules, coaching availability, and official HYROX accreditation may change, so it is best to message the gym directly before visiting.
Metro Manila HYROX Training Gyms
| Gym / Facility | Location | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| LOKAL ACTIVE | Quezon City | Beginners, runners transitioning to HYROX, group training, guided fundamentals, HYROX classes, and HYROX simulation sessions. |
| Fitness First Philippines | Multiple branches | Members who want access to HYROX-style classes in a premium gym setting, with strength, endurance, and functional training support. |
| Gold’s Gym x Metcon | McKinley Hill, Taguig | HYROX preparation, functional fitness athletes, and those looking for a race-specific training facility. |
| Pretty Huge | BGC, Taguig | HYROX simulation-style training, functional fitness, and athletes who want access to a spacious performance facility. |
| AthLife Performance | BGC, Taguig | Structured coaching, race prep, pacing, strength and conditioning, and performance-focused training. |
| Awaken | Metrowalk, Pasig | HYROX race prep, functional training, recovery-focused programming, and athletes based near Pasig or Ortigas. |
| TEMPO | Pasig | Hybrid training, HYROX-style conditioning, and athletes looking for a modern group training setup. |
| FitDaily PH | Cubao, Quezon City | CrossFit-style training, strength and conditioning, and functional fitness beginners. |
| Obstacle Central | Mandaluyong | OCR athletes, grip strength, functional training, and athletes who enjoy obstacle-style workouts. |
| F45 Training | Multiple branches | Circuit-style functional training, group workouts, and busy professionals looking for efficient sessions. |
| Maic’s Gym | Marikina | Local community training, functional fitness, and Marikina-based athletes exploring HYROX-style workouts. |
| KILOS.PH | Pasig | HYROX training, CrossFit, powerlifting, Olympic weightlifting, and athletes looking for official HYROX-style equipment. |
| Omni Fitness Collective | Cubao, Quezon City | HYROX training, strength and conditioning, physical development, coaching-focused sessions, and athletes based near Cubao, Katipunan, Eastwood, or Araneta City. |
| CrossFit FortBox | Taguig | CrossFit, HYROX PFT, functional fitness, strength and conditioning, and athletes looking for community-based HYROX-style training in Taguig. |
Provincial HYROX Training Gyms
| Gym / Facility | Location | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Arcanys CrossFit & HYROX | Cebu City | Cebu-based athletes, CrossFit athletes transitioning to HYROX, and those looking for structured functional fitness training. |
| CrossFit Subtero | Cebu | Functional fitness, CrossFit training, strength development, and HYROX-style conditioning. |
| Conquer Fitness & Gym | Cebu / Mandaue Area | Local athletes looking for functional fitness and HYROX-style training in the Cebu area. |
| Healthletics Fitness Club / HYROX Angeles | Angeles City, Pampanga | Pampanga and Clark-based athletes looking for HYROX foundation classes and race-style conditioning. |
| Le Charmé Fitness Center | Subic / Olongapo | Subic, Olongapo, and Zambales-based athletes exploring HYROX-style workouts. |
| Garage HYROX Training Club | Davao City | Davao and Mindanao-based athletes, HYROX race prep, functional strength, and conditioning. |
| Northwest Davao City | Davao City | Davao-based athletes looking for functional fitness, weightlifting, and HYROX-style classes. |
| Jungle Base Fitness | Pampanga | Athletes looking for HYROX, Spartan Race, pickleball, gym access, and functional fitness training. |
Did we miss a HYROX training gym? If your gym offers HYROX, HYROX-style, or functional fitness training that can help athletes prepare for a race, feel free to email us at [email protected] so we can review and update this list.
Tips Before You Sign Up for HYROX
1. Learn the fundamentals first
HYROX looks simple on paper, but the stations can feel very different once you are tired. Movements like the sled push, sled pull, wall balls, burpee broad jumps, and sandbag lunges require technique, not just effort.
Before signing up for a race, it is best to learn the basics from a gym or coach that understands the sport.
2. Do not rely on running alone
Runners may have an advantage because HYROX includes 8KM of running, but the workout stations can quickly change the game. Strong legs, good grip, proper bracing, and efficient movement matter a lot.
If you are a runner, continue building your aerobic base, but make sure to add strength training and station-specific work into your program.
3. Work with a certified or HYROX-experienced instructor
A good coach can teach you how to pace, transition, and move efficiently. This is important because HYROX is not just about surviving each station. It is about managing your energy from start to finish.
A certified or HYROX-experienced instructor can also help you scale the workouts properly, especially if you are still new to sled work, rowing, SkiErg, lunges, or wall balls.
4. Try a HYROX class before joining a race
Before signing up for a full event, try a HYROX class, HYROX simulation, or beginner-friendly session first. This gives you a better idea of what your body needs to work on.
You may discover that your running is strong, but your grip gives up during carries. Or maybe your legs are fine until the lunges. Either way, it is better to find out during training than on race day.
5. Build slowly and consistently
You do not need to destroy yourself every session. HYROX training should include a balance of strength work, aerobic conditioning, technique practice, and recovery.
Like running, consistency beats one heroic workout followed by five days of “aray.”
6. Choose the right gym for your current level
The best HYROX gym is not always the hardest one. The best gym is the one that teaches you properly, helps you progress safely, and makes you want to keep showing up.
For beginners, a supportive class environment like LOKAL ACTIVE or Fitness First can be a great place to start. For those who want more race-specific training, facilities like Gold’s Gym x Metcon, Pretty Huge, AthLife, Awaken, and other HYROX-focused gyms may also be worth exploring.
Final Thoughts
HYROX is exciting because it gives both runners and gym athletes a new kind of challenge. It is not just about speed, and it is not just about strength. It is about how well you can combine both while staying composed under fatigue.
So if you are thinking of joining your first HYROX race, do not rush the process. Find a gym, work with a coach, learn the fundamentals, and build your fitness properly.
Because once the race starts and the sled is in front of you, you will quickly realize: HYROX is not just a side quest.
It is a serious sport by itself.
