RACE JOURNAL &
TRAINING LOG

Hyrox Sled Push for Women: Load, Form & Closing the Gap

I've pushed sleds on four World Championship floors. Here's everything I wish I'd known earlier about load, position, and pacing.

Hyrox VO2 Max: Intervals That Moved My Numbers

I'm PYY — here are the exact interval sessions that moved my Hyrox VO2 max numbers most.

How to Choose Hyroxer Men's Training Bottoms & Underwear: A Designer's Guide

Not from the track, but from the cutting table. I trained in fashion design at ESMOD Paris — here's how a designer reads men's training bottoms and underwear.

How to Choose Hyrox Women's Activewear: A No-Brand Buyer's Guide

Forget the logo on the chest. I'll teach you to read fabric, cut, and support like a pro so you buy activewear that actually performs.

Hyrox 1km Run Pacing: Arrive Fresh Every Time

I blew up on lap three at my first World Champs. Here's the pacing strategy that changed everything for my Hyrox running.

Hyrox vs Marathon: Which Challenge Is Right for You?

I've done both. Here's the honest side-by-side comparison every woman in Asia needs before committing to either race.

Hyrox Race Day Nutrition: From Night Before to Finish Line

I've raced Hyrox 4 times at the World Championships and learned the hard way that nutrition makes or breaks your day. Here's everything I eat.

Realistic Hyrox Finish Times for Beginners

I remember standing at my first Hyrox start line with zero idea what to expect. Here's what I wish someone had told me.

What the Science Actually Says About HYROX — A Female Racer Reads the First Real Performance Analysis

Eight kilometres of running hiding inside a strength event. I break down Dr Charlie Davids's HYROX review — the aerobic base, the anaerobic ceiling, the fixed loads, and the methods behind the claims — from a female racer's point of view.

Hyrox Singles vs Doubles vs Relay: Strategy Guide

I've raced all three Hyrox formats and each one broke me differently. Here's what I learned.

Hyrox Running & Strength: The Pauline Yu Method

I've qualified for Hyrox Worlds 4 times using one core principle: running and strength must train together, not in isolation.

Will Lifting Make Women Bulky? Hyrox Myths Busted

I used to avoid heavy lifting — until it changed everything for my Hyrox performance. Here's the truth about female strength training.

Hyrox Paris Guide: Racing Under the Grand Palais Roof

Everything I'd want to know before racing Hyrox under the Grand Palais glass roof in Paris.

Hyrox Doubles for Beginners: Train & Split the Work

Doing your first Hyrox doubles? PYY breaks down exactly how to train and split the work as a beginner pair.

Pauline Yu HYROX Istanbul 2026 Race Report

I raced HYROX Istanbul in August 2026 and came away with lessons I'll carry for years. Here's my honest, full race report.

Hyrox Beijing Guide: Venue, Food & Travel Tips

A seasoned Hyrox traveller's guide to Beijing venues, food, and getting around before race day.

HYROX 2026-27 Rules Explained by Pauline Yu (PYY)

My plain-language guide to the official Hyrox 2026-27 singles rules, from a 4x Worlds qualifier.

Hyrox Roxzone: Stop Losing Time in Transitions

The roxzone is silently stealing your time. PYY breaks down exactly how to fix your Hyrox transitions.

Hyrox Sled Push & Pull: Technique That Saves Your Legs

The sled stations feel brutal — but with the right technique, they're where you make up time. Here's what I've learned competing at Worlds.

Hyrox Solo vs Double vs Mixed Doubles: Choose Right

Not sure which Hyrox category to enter? PYY shares her honest, experience-backed guide to choosing solo, doubles, or mixed doubles.

Hyrox Burpee Broad Jump: How to Own It

The BBJ broke me in my first World Champs. Here's exactly how I turned it into my strongest station.

3 Strength Moves Every Female Hyrox Athlete Needs

I learned these 3 moves the hard way. Master them before race day and everything changes.

Women's Strength Training Without Bulking Up

I used to fear the weight rack. Here's the truth about female strength training that changed everything for me.

Hyrox Doubles Strategy: Split Stations & Pace as a Pair

I've raced Hyrox solo four times at Worlds, but doubles taught me things no solo race ever could. Here's everything I know.

Hyrox Without CrossFit: A Pro Athlete's Honest Answer

Never done CrossFit? I hadn't either when I started. Here's what actually matters for Hyrox beginners.

Taiwan Women Rising: Asia's New Hyrox Force

Taiwan women are reshaping Asian Hyrox. PYY shares the story, the struggle, and the secrets behind the rise.

Hyrox Wall Balls: How to Survive 100 Reps

Wall balls spike your heart rate harder than any other Hyrox station. Here's exactly how I survive 100 reps as a 4× World Championship qualifier.

Hyrox Race Strategy: When to Push, When to Hold

I've blown up in races by going too hard too early. Here's my station-by-station Hyrox race strategy so you don't make the same mistake.

Hyrox Hot Weather Racing: Heat & Humidity Tips

Racing Hyrox in Asia's heat is a whole different beast. Here's what I've learned the hard way.

Women, Heat & Hyrox: Racing Smart in Warm Climates

Racing Hyrox in heat hits women differently. Here's what I learned the hard way training in Taiwan.

Why Asian Women Are Choosing Hyrox Over Marathons

I swapped marathon training for Hyrox and never looked back. Here's why so many Asian women are making the same shift.

How Long to Prepare for Your First Hyrox Race

I qualified for Worlds 4 times, but my first Hyrox? Total chaos. Here's the honest timeline I wish I'd had.

Hyrox Off-Season Training: The foundation training for Female Athletes

Discover how to maximize your Hyrox off-season training and build an unshakeable aerobic base. Learn the methods that power Asia's elite athletes.

Hyrox Post-Race Recovery: Your 48-Hour Plan

I've crossed the Hyrox finish line 4 times — here's exactly what I do in the 48 hours after to recover smart and come back stronger.

[Test]Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition for Hyrox Training Recovery

During heavy Hyrox training, inflammation builds up fast. I've learned exactly which foods help me bounce back quicker—and they're not supplements.

What Is Hyrox? Complete Beginner's Guide for Women

Pauline Yu (PYY) breaks down Hyrox for Asian women beginners — what it is, how to start, and what she wishes she knew first.