Inside the fitness phenomenon everyone is talking about

HYROX has gone from a relatively niche fitness race to one of the biggest names in global fitness, attracting everyone from first-time competitors to elite athletes and changing the way people train along the way.

But what is behind its extraordinary growth? Why has the format proved so appealing? And what does it actually take to take on a HYROX race?

For the latest event in Sir Devonshire Square's How To… series, an expert panel will get under the skin of the HYROX phenomenon, exploring the training, competition and community behind the sport.

Inside the fitness phenomenon everyone is talking about

Hosted by Lauren Smith, the international fitness broadcaster and HYROX TV presenter, the panel will bring together Zara Piergianni, HYROX Elite 15 athlete and performance coach; George Crook, HYROX Head of Fitness Tourism and Tyler Saunders, HYROX Ambassador, adaptive athlete and coach.

The discussion will explore how HYROX has transformed the idea of competitive fitness, from its accessible race format and growing community to the training culture that has developed around it.

The panel will also get practical, covering how to prepare for a first race, what effective HYROX training looks like, race-day strategy, common mistakes and what separates an everyday competitor from an elite athlete.

For Zara Piergianni, who entered the world of HYROX in 2022 before progressing to the Elite 15, the event offers an insight into what it takes to compete at the highest level while helping others prepare for their own races.

Tyler Saunders will bring a different perspective, drawing on his experience as an adaptive HYROX athlete and coach to explore accessibility, representation and the changing face of competitive fitness.

Whether you're preparing for your first HYROX, chasing a PB or simply trying to understand why everyone seems to be talking about it, How To… HYROX offers an insider's look at the sport's rise and what lies behind its appeal.

How to... Hyrox takes place on Tuesday 10th November 2026 between 6.30–8.00pm at Sir Devonshire Square London, part of Sircle Collection. Tickets are £11.55 per person  via Eventbrite including booking fees.