Guides
Rules, costs and race information for HYROX.

What is HYROX?
The indoor fitness race born in Germany, with one worldwide format. Rules, the 8 stations, and how it grew in Japan
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HYROX Chiba (Makuhari) 2026
Dates, tickets, access and nearby training gyms
ReadStation guides & how-tos

Sled Push: technique and training | HYROX station guide
How to push the weighted sled efficiently, and where to practice it in Japan.
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Sled Pull: technique and training | HYROX station guide
How to pull the sled with your whole body and save your grip.
ReadSkiErg: technique and pacing | HYROX station guide
How to ski 1,000m efficiently as the first station without burning out.
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Rowing 1,000m: technique and pacing | HYROX station guide
Legs drive the stroke — and why many athletes treat the row as active recovery.
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Wall Balls: technique for the final station | HYROX guide
Squat-throw rhythm, avoiding no-reps, and planned break strategies for the last station.
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Farmers Carry: technique | HYROX station guide
Posture and grip management for the kettlebell carry.
ReadSandbag Lunges: technique | HYROX station guide
How to lunge efficiently with the sandbag when your legs are already gone.
ReadBurpee Broad Jumps: technique | HYROX station guide
The highest-heart-rate station: jump small, keep moving, breathe.
ReadHYROX finish times and choosing your division
Open, Pro, Doubles or Relay — how to pick, and how to think about a first-race goal.
ReadHYROX race day: what to bring and wear
A first-timer's checklist for kit, clothing and shoes.
ReadHYROX vs CrossFit: what's the difference?
A training methodology vs a standardized race format — and how to choose.
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What HYROX costs in Japan: entries, gyms and trials
Race entry, monthly gym fees and trial prices, from our verified data.
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A short history of HYROX
Born in Germany, built on one idea: the same race everywhere.
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How HYROX grew in Japan: 3,820 to a projected 12,000
One year of growth, in the organizers' own numbers.
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