Hyrox's founder says the races have categories so normal people don't compete with those who look like 'Greek statues'

"Those competing in the pro category use heavier weights and require a higher level of fitness, and the two groups are kept separate. "That was on purpose," Toetzke told host Brian Sozzi. "So the guys that look like Greek statues - or the girls - they sign up for the pro division, which is much harder because you have to move much heavier weights around.""

"The competition has risen in popularity since its inception. Hyrox's website said that there were more than 80 competitions planned globally in 2025, with more than 550,000 participants joining. Tickets for the competition are in high demand, with some fans describing the effort to secure them as comparable to securing tickets for Glastonbury or Taylor Swift's concerts. Toetzke said in the podcast that the tickets are priced around $110. He told Sozzi that he wants to make Hyrox an Olympic spo"

Hyrox separates competitors into open and pro divisions so highly fit athletes compete in a tougher category while normal participants remain in the open division. The pro category uses heavier weights and requires a higher fitness level. The event combines eight functional workout stations with one-kilometer runs between each, featuring exercises such as sled pushes, burpee broad jumps, wall balls, and sandbag lunges. Hyrox began in Germany in 2017 and expanded rapidly, with over 80 events planned globally in 2025 and more than 550,000 participants. Tickets cost about $110 and are highly sought after; the founder aims for Olympic recognition.

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