Whether you’re gearing up for your first HYROX race or you’re going back for redemption, getting your fuelling strategy right is just as important as all those SkiErg sessions and burpee broad jumps.
To avoid hitting the wall between the lunges and farm carries, you need a nutrition strategy that keeps you firing on all cylinders. Discover how an elite and a recreational HYROX athlete fuel for HYROX success.
Vicky MacIntosh
Multiple HYROX SA champ and Dis-Chem athlete Vicky MacIntosh knows what it takes to compete at the sharp end of a HYROX race, which is why she focuses intensely on her nutrition.
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Vicky works with sports performance nutritionist Craig Uria, who periodises her nutrition based on my training block and race calendar.
In general, her diet focuses on fuelling specific sessions with the right type and amount of carbs due to the high-intensity nature of HYROX.
Supplements are a core component in her performance nutrition plan, with Biogen Elite Carb Drink her go-to option around training and racing, and Biogen Recovergen for recovery support and muscle repair afterwards.
Vicky also consistently takes Biogen Ashwagandha Root in the lead-up to a HYROX race, and follows a hydration protocol using Myprotein Electrofuel in the days leading up to the event and on race day. During races, she uses energy gels and sips on water at the refuelling station if needed.
Vicky’s supplement stack includes:
Enolicia Strever
Biogen Face of Fitness finalist and Mrs South Africa Runner-up Enolicia Strever is hooked on HYROX.
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As a busy mom and professional, skipping meals isn’t an option when training hard and juggling life’s demands. However, her focus on consistency rather than perfection ensures Enolicia gives her body what it needs to show up strong, day in and day out.
Her diet includes balanced, nourishing meals that support both her performance and recovery. The night before a race, Enolicia prioritise a high-carb dinner.
Alongside whole foods, her supplement routine is built around supporting performance, recovery, and overall endurance.
Optimal hydration with water and added electrolytes is also an important focus, especially during intense sessions or ahead of competitions.
Enolicia starts topping up on electrolytes the day before a race, and continues with electrolyte drinks before, during and after the event to reduce the risk of cramps and keep her moving at full capacity.
Enolicia’s supplement stack includes:
Author: Pedro van Gaalen
When he’s not writing about sport or health and fitness, Pedro is probably out training for his next marathon or ultra-marathon. He’s worked as a fitness professional and as a marketing and comms expert. He now combines his passions in his role as managing editor at Fitness magazine.
