Somehow, I’d signed up for a Hyrox intro class the exact same day Joanna Wietrzyk soiled herself during the grueling competition. What are the odds? Despite being terrified, I decided not to cancel, and 60 minutes later, I walked out sweaty, exhausted, and completely intrigued.
What scrambles my brain about Hyrox is how recently someone simply… made it up. In 2017, two German guys combined running with eight functional workout stations and essentially said, “race ya!” In some ways, it’s like CrossFit, but with more cardio and a set format. Now, Hyrox is valued at roughly $700 million, and I might be its next convert if my recent search history is any indication:
Wellness blogger Liz Baker Plosser sees Hyrox as a “gift to women” due to its camaraderie and positive approach to strength.
Curious? This 30-minute workout lets you test the waters at your own gym.
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Now That You Can Turn On Your Oven Again...
Sheet pan meals pack protein, carbs, and fiber into one ready-for-the-oven dinner. Even better, these combinations taste just as good reheated tomorrow.
Buffalo chicken sheet pan. Chicken provides the protein, while cauliflower provides fiber. Add onion and pepper, and drizzle with buffalo sauce and ranch (DIY it with greek yogurt and spices for added protein), top with crumbled bleu cheese, and turn on the TV.
Salmon sheet pan. You can toss salmon with any veggies you want and call it good, but this dijon-maple sauce truly tastes like fall and elevates whatever ingredients you’re adding.
Gnocchi, sausage, and broccoli sheet pan. Adding gnocchi gives some density to the meal while sausage adds protein and broccoli adds fiber. Pro tip: Throw on a block of feta before you cook for a creamy, salty, and protein-packed finish.
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