How do elite Hyrox athletes taper for the biggest race of the year? In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan and Ryan Kent break down everything you need to know about tapering—when to start, what to reduce, and how to stay mentally locked in. Whether you're preparing for the Hyrox World Championships or your next A-race, this conversation covers it all—from strength and endurance to psychology and recovery. Tune in and taper smarter.00:00 Intro and Meg Jacoby's NYC Takeover01:30 Worlds Prep and Altitude Training in North Carolina06:45 Prize Money, Doubles Strategy & Relay Controversy13:00 Tapering Basics: When to Start and Why It Matters17:40 Who Benefits Most from a Taper?24:00 The Psychology Trap of Tapering29:00 Week-of Taper Plan: Monday to Friday Breakdown43:00 What NOT to Do During Race Week#HyroxTraining #TaperWeek #RMRTrainingPodcast #HyroxWorldChamps #HybridAthlete #RaceWeekPrep #TaperTips #EnduranceTraining #StrengthAndConditioning #HyroxDoublesRMR Training APP Podcasthttps://www.rmr.training/rmr-app-podRMR Training App- Communityhttps://www.rmr.training/rmr-training...RMR Training APP Youtubehttps://www.rmr.training/rmr-app-yt

In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, the full squad dives deep into how they prepare physically and mentally during peak training blocks. From managing stress and optimizing recovery to tapering and strategic race prep, Rich, Meg, and Ryan break down their personal tactics before the HYROX World Championships. Whether you’re a serious competitor or looking to improve your training mindset, this one is loaded with insight.

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⏱️ Chapters
00:00 - Intro: Full RMR squad check-in
02:00 - Altitude & Humidity Training Benefits
04:10 - Heat Training & Hydration Tracking
07:00 - Why Community & Environment Matter During Training
10:30 - How Often Should You Peak in a Training Year?
14:00 - Recovery, Physio, and Avoiding Injury During Peak Blocks
18:30 - Polarized Training: Easy Days Easy, Hard Days Hard
23:15 - Race Specificity & Avoiding New Stimuli Too Close to Race
30:00 - Mental Stress, Uncertainty & Coping Before Big Events
42:00 - Controlling Life Variables & Not Over-Isolating During Prep
50:00 - RMR Squad Goals at HYROX Worlds & Doubles Strategy

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Elite 15 athlete Rich Ryan breaks down the true fundamentals of HYROX performance. If you want better results, it’s time to stop skipping steps. From movement quality to training structure, Rich outlines what every HYROX athlete should know—but most overlook. Whether you're new to HYROX or chasing a World Championship spot, this episode delivers insight into how to optimize your performance, stay consistent, and train smarter. #HYROX #rmrtraining #hyroxtraining

Chapters:

• 00:00 – Why Fundamentals Matter02:04 – Skill vs. Knowledg07:48 – Movement Quality14:30 – Running as a Skill21:52 – Strength Under Load23:10 – Building a Real Training Base38:40 – What to Focus on Now

  
  

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Rich Ryan and Meg Jacoby break down how nutrition plays into top-end HYROX training and recovery. From early morning fueling strategies to post-workout recovery and supplement protocols, this episode is packed with real-life application. They share what works, what to avoid, and how their approach to eating has evolved over time to meet the demands of elite-level performance.

Chapters:
00:00 - How Rich and Meg approach fueling before a session
10:00 - Carbs, fasted training, and fueling mistakes
18:00 - Recovery protocols and smart supplement timing
30:00 - How calorie intake changes based on training load
40:00 - Easy nutrition wins for high performers
48:00 - Sleep, caffeine, and daily routine optimization

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From OCR grit to Hyrox grind — lessons, pivots, and personal evolution. 💪 Tune in for raw insights, training takeaways, and what’s next in hybrid racing.#RMRTraining #RaceBrain #HyroxVsOCR #FitnessJourney
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In this episode of the RMR Training Podcast, Rich Ryan and Hyrox champion Meg Jacoby dive deep into how to mentally prepare for Hyrox and other endurance races. From visualization strategies and dialing in your training to overcoming injury setbacks, this episode is packed with elite-level tips to help you train smarter and race stronger.

🚀 Whether you're heading to the Hyrox World Championships or preparing for your next local event, learn how top athletes think, train, and perform under pressure.

✅ Topics Covered:

How to build mental confidence through training

The role of visualization in race preparation

Injury recovery and staying focused during setbacks

Training smarter with movement quality and proper warm-ups

Dialing in race-week nutrition and recovery

How to structure training around race-day timing

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⏱️ Timestamps & Highlights:
00:00 – Intro & Sponsor Shoutout (Rocks Opt & RMR App)
01:41 – Meg's food poisoning story before a race
04:00 – Deciding to skip London race to prioritize health
06:59 – Race day culture in the UK vs the US
07:34 – Mental prep: Process-based confidence building
10:00 – Visualizing the World Championships
14:14 – Controlling the controllables in training
15:17 – Warming up and injury prevention strategies
19:03 – Race-week warmup & movement quality tips
23:15 – Age vs movement efficiency: what's really slowing you down?
26:30 – How elite athletes structure their workouts around peak performance
27:01 – Adjusting training to match race-day schedule
31:26 – Race-weight strategy and nutrition cleanup
35:57 – Should age-group athletes try to cut weight?
38:09 – Fueling vs under-eating before a major race
42:32 – Visualization strategies for high-pressure races
47:04 – Accepting and owning your own race strategy
51:01 – Turning visualizations into tactical workouts
52:37 – How to mentally show up for your workouts
54:48 – Recovery days, rest, and staying excited for training
57:06 – Matching mental state to physical readiness
58:00 – Calm vs intense mindset: which one are you?


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In this episode, Rich and Ryan sit down to talk shop after their showdown at HYROX Miami Doubles.

They break down next steps in training, how their approach to training has evolved over the years, where they see HYROX heading on the competitive front, and a lot more.

• How to optimize recovery when racing back-to-back
• Pro tips for training through multiple events
• Race strategy breakdowns & mistakes to avoid
• Altitude training and peak performance prep
• Doubles vs Singles performance training advice

⏱️ Timestamp Highlights (Chapters):

0:00 - Intro & Sponsor (Rocks Opt) 1:01 - HYROX Worlds Prep: 8 Weeks Out! 1:41 - Life Balance: Kids, Family & Racing Chaos
6:01 - Training for Multiple HYROX Races in One Block
7:12 - Breaking the Pro Doubles World Record
9:01 - Running Pace Breakdown & Strategy
11:08 - The Secrets to a Clean, Fast Race
13:55 - Training Tweaks & Workout Recommendations
17:00 - Staying Mentally Tough in Team Events
22:15 - Altitude Training for Peak Performance
26:04 - Rethinking Training Focus for Doubles
29:44 - HYROX Qualification & Season Planning
34:08 - Are HYROX Courses Fair & Consistent?
41:07 - Evolution of Sled Difficulty & Course Layouts
48:22 - Could Anyone Break 50 Mins Solo in HYROX?
51:09 - The Future of HYROX Athletes & Youth Talent
56:41 - Doubles Strategy, Transitions & Mind Games
58:13 - Recovery, Ice Tubs, & Who’s a Threat at Worlds?

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We broke the Pro Doubles World Record in Miami 🏆 and I’m breaking down the entire race: our strategy, pacing, mindset, and what this means for singles racing. If you’re running Hyrox doubles or aiming for Elite 15, this episode is a deep dive into how to think and train like a pro team.

Covered:

• The impact of racing at 9PM 🕘
• How to pair with the right doubles partner 👯‍♂️
• Our exact splits and pacing vs threshold training 📊
• What we learned for the upcoming Atlanta singles race 🔥

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⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 - Sponsored by Rocks Opt
00:52 - Hyrox Worlds prep & RMR App
01:45 - Why I’m solo today
02:48 - Racing at 9PM & post-race fatigue
04:00 - Travel recovery tip: Orthomol supplement
04:59 - What we’re covering today: singles vs doubles breakdown
06:33 - What is Elite 15 Pro Doubles?
08:02 - Our team history + prior record attempts
09:10 - How to choose the right doubles partner
10:30 - Matching archetypes & training style
11:43 - Miami Race Recap: New World Record time
13:07 - Run strategy and threshold pacing
16:55 - How to calculate actual run pace in Hyrox
18:26 - Using VDOT to project race pace
22:11 - Projecting singles pace from doubles
25:00 - Doubles strategy: run chill, then hammer
27:05 - Reviewing all 8 runs
28:00 - Station-by-station breakdown
29:13 - Sled push strategy
31:41 - Sled pull hiccup and lesson learned
33:45 - Going all-in on burpee broad jumps
36:01 - Row pacing and split strategy
37:05 - Chalk, gloves, and grip for farmers carry
38:02 - Our lunge station weak spot
39:00 - Wall ball strategy: 60/40 split
41:04 - Final reflections & next goal: sub-48?
42:38 - Course density & racing conditions
43:45 - Post-race tips: food, packing, and sleep
44:57 - Thanks and wrap up

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