On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Director of Sports Marketing, Jeremy Powers, sits down with Jake Dearden, Hybrid Athlete and Social Media Personality, to explore the world of HYROX. Jake shares his journey from civil engineering to elite fitness, opening up about his bouts with injury, journey toward mental toughness, and growing in endurance sport. Jake and Jeremy break down HYROX training and fueling strategies, reflect on the rise of hybrid training and offer insights on recovery, VO2 Max, sleep hygiene, and injury prevention.
(00:26) Introduction to Jake Dearden
(01:14) Icebreaker: T or F Questions
(03:27) Jake’s Journey From Marathons to Hyrox
(05:39) Breaking Down Hyrox: What Is It and How To Compete
(06:34) Building Community Through Hyrox
(07:34) Jake’s Guide To Ultra-Marathons
(10:55) Mental Toughness and Motivating A Community
(12:11) The Rise of Hybrid Athletics and What It Means For Fitness
(15:01) Importance of VO2 Max For Fitness and Competition
(17:39) Growth in Sport: Prep, Pressure, and Setbacks
(25:18) Recovery and Sleep Hygiene’s Effects on Performance
(30:48) Jake’s Competition Prep and Fueling Strategy
(34:52) Jake’s WHOOP Data at Hyrox World Championships
(39:31) Learning From Injury: Jake’s Recovery Advice
(43:34) Performance Improvements To Achieve Goals
(45:07) Building a Platform: Experience, Advice, and Messaging on Jake’s Social Media
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