The Filter is Off Podcast

In a brief introduction we discuss the recent Dublin Tryka event including the ongoing effect of high humidity (heat, sled friction and technique).
Then we welcome by popular demand Elite Hyrox Coach Chris Bayens as our first guest on the podcast. In an hour of discussion he covers a wide range of training and coaching matters specific to Hyrox athletes at all levels of ability. In a packed Q&A the episode covers practical coaching tips for age‑group athletes, mixed‑doubles strategy, how to structure easy vs. hard training, hydration and planning for people with busy lives, plus encouragement for older athletes aiming to improve. We hope you enjoy.

* Producers edit: I explained the new lunge rules incorrectly. I did not mean to say you could put the bag on the floor, I meant to say putting the bag on the floor would now not lead to disqualification. Apologies, Mark.
This episode gives the final update on Michael's race at the World's then dives into the new rule changes—burpee positioning, five-centimetre debates, disqualifications, timing, lingering in the start tunnel—and what they mean for everyday athletes. We also discuss training insights, mixed-doubles fairness and the need for a 50:50 trial at Elite level, the need for better age-group representation and Hyrox's customer service.
We start the discussion on how representation of grass roots age-group athletes may develop and help inform the future of the sport.
 

One week on from the Hyrox World Championships and in the first half of the show we recap the spectacle and sense of community of the first day, praise the event production, and break down how heat, humidity and tactical pacing shaped performances across elite and age-group races. We look at a couple of errors that may have shaped the Elite 15 results.
In the last segment Michael goes through the machinations of his mixed-doubles race and the controversy that surrounded how the podium finally looked.

The lads discuss their race-specific training and mental preparation for the Hyrox World Championships, sharing practical tips on sleds, pacing, and race simulations.
They also debate judging, equipment consistency, entry-level options for the sport, and the need for drug testing and clearer rules—plus predictions and possible controversies ahead of Stockholm.

In this episode we nervously launch the The Filter is Off podcast! We introduce our sporting backgrounds, and explain our mission to hold hybrid event organisers accountable whilst always celebrating what they do well.
We discuss an issue we that hope to promote tirelessly age-group advocacy for hyrox athletes.
We chat on training and travel, sponsorship and supplements, plus our views on whether the controversial Hyrox cruise adventure will sink or swim. 

A brief 60 second trailer before our first pod is launched on Friday 12 June. if you would like more information - contact us on instagram @thefilterisoffpodcast 
Michael & Mark