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HYROX training is coming to CrossFit Fury

Hyrox is a global fitness phenomenon that’s rapidly gaining traction. It’s a unique blend of functional training exercises and endurance running, dialed up to the extreme. This high-intensity workout comprises eight 1km runs interspersed with various functional workouts for an overall distance of 8km. Designed to test every facet of your physical strength and stamina, Hyrox is far from your average fitness challenge.

As with any fitness event, there are tiers to the game that allow people from all walks of life to take on the challenge, the events tagline is “Hyrox is for everyone”. All of the movements can be learned quickly, you run laps so your supporters can cheer you on every few minutes and best of all it’s inside!

HYROX race format

This race format remains consistent across the globe, enabling global leaderboards and a cumulative World Championships at the end of each race season. At the event's functional exercise stations, participants are required to complete the following:

  • 1 kilometer of running into 1 kilometer of SkiErg

  • 1 kilometer of running into 50 meters of sled push

  • 1 kilometer of running into 50 meters of sled pull

  • 1 kilometer of running into 80 meters of burpee broad jump

  • 1 kilometer of running into 1 kilometer of rowing

  • 1 kilometer of running into 200 meters of kettlebell farmer carry

  • 1 kilometer of running into 100 meters of sandbag walking lunge

  • 1 kilometer of running into 100 wall balls

All participants complete the running and stations. Station weights and repetitions can differ based on the division.

HYROX training at Fury

On Thursday, August 14th, Hyrox training will be taking over CrossFit Fury. All regularly scheduled group fitness classes will get to experience a taste of what Hyrox training is like.

We will kick off our regular Hyrox training schedule on Saturday August 16th at 7am. Classes will start with Tuesdays and Thursdays group training classes at 8am and 5:30pm along with Saturdays at 7am. Types of Hyrox classes we will start with Power (Tuesdays), Engine (Thursdays) and Complete (Saturdays).
LEARN MORE ABOUT HYROX PHOENIX (JAN 29-FEB 1, 2026)

SUPPLEMENT SPOTLIGHT

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  • Has Been Shown To Relieve Stress and Anxiety

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  • Improve Cognitive Function

    • Ashwagandha may improve certain cognitive functions. One study showed that participants with mild cognitive decline who took 600 milligrams of ashwagandha daily had improved memory compared to the placebo group. Another study found that participants who took 400 milligrams daily for 30 days showed better memory and attention than those who took a placebo.

  • Might Reduce Blood Sugar Levels

    • Ashwagandha may play a role in managing diabetes. Ingesting the herb has been shown to decrease blood sugar, glycosylated hemoglobin (your average blood sugar levels for the previous 2-3 months), insulin, lipids, and oxidative stress markers.

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AUGUST SPOTLIGHT ATHLETE

Ryann Roberts

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN DOING CROSSFIT?

I started CrossFit at Fury in March 2011, so over 14 years!

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST WIN SINCE COMING TO FURY?

I have had so many wins since coming to Fury. I have met amazing people, learned almost every skill and competed in many qualifiers and events all around the world. My current biggest win is qualifying for the Age Group CrossFit Games this year.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT FURY?

The things I love most about Fury is what almost everyone says... the community. All of the people I have met and work out with on a daily basis. I also love the coaching. I love that the coaches push me and everyone but allow for scaling or movement changes to meet us where we are in our journey.

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE AND LEAST FAVORITE MOVEMENTS WHEN IT COMES TO CROSSFIT?

My favorite moves in CrossFit are handstand walks, handstand push-ups and muscle ups... now that I can do them. I have a short list of least favorite movements - lunges, thrusters, weighted box step-ups and running.

ANY ADVICE TO SOMEONE LOOKING TO START IMPROVING THEIR HEALTH AND FITNESS?

Advice I give people looking to start their health and fitness journey is just to start. Don't wait for some specific day or period of the year. Just get going! So much time passes us by and you can look back at the last year and it is over. If you would have started then all of that work would be behind you. Don't put it off and be in the same position a year from now. Changes take time, eating is 80% of health, and exercise is the catalyst. Being fit requires getting the heart rate up. CrossFit is the best and easiest way to get fit. You show up every dayand do the best you can for that day. I did not do too much extra or special to get where I am today, I just kept showing up and giving 100% of what I had that day - repeated over years the results will come.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events! All details are available at the front desk and on our website.

August 31- Pickleball Tournament, Goodyear Rec Center

September - Kickball Tournament

October - Revive & Repeat In-House Competition

November - Turkey Trot

December - Christmas Party

AUGUST BIRTHDAYS

Christopher Neff Aug 02

Jon Doozan Aug 04

Megan Thorn Aug 06

Bruna Presz Aug 09

Brooke Smith Aug 09

Sean Williams Aug 11

Mary Nunn Aug 11

Christine Marler Aug 12

Jennifer Nelson Aug 14

Kimmy G’Fellers Aug 14

Riley John Aug 14

Matt Lizotte Aug 16

Giuseppe Mastracci Aug 16

Brett Cotten Aug 16

Santiago Aguilar Aug 16

Kayla Wulf Aug 17

Bryce McNabb Aug 17

Mary Scheelar Aug 18

Adriana Rosandich Aug 19

Jose Manzo Aug 22

Alex Brown Aug 23

Pauline Moyer Aug 24

Ted Landis Aug 26

Cameron Carravetta Aug 26

Erick Miramontes Aug 29

Rose Valenzuela Aug 31

Ethan Morin Aug 31

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