What is Hyrox training?

Hyrox is a global fitness racing series combining running with functional workout stations. Our Hyrox training prepares athletes for competition through specialized programming that builds endurance, strength, and race-specific skills with sled pushes, pulls, burpees, and more.

Who are your Hyrox coaches?

Our Hyrox training is led by Daniel Baek, a Hyrox-certified and NASM-certified coach who specializes in preparing athletes for Hyrox competitions. He brings expert knowledge of race strategy, pacing, and performance optimization.

Do I need to be fit to start Hyrox training?

While Hyrox is challenging, we offer programming for all fitness levels. Whether you're training for your first race or looking to improve your competitive time, our coaches scale workouts to match your current abilities while building toward your goals.

How long does it take to prepare for a Hyrox race?

Race preparation time varies by fitness level and goals. Most athletes benefit from 8-12 weeks of focused Hyrox training. Our coaches create personalized timelines based on your starting point and target race date.

What equipment is used in Hyrox training?

Hyrox training uses sleds, SkiErgs, rowing machines, sandbags, wall balls, and other functional fitness equipment that mirrors actual race stations. Our facility is fully equipped with all necessary Hyrox training equipment.

Can I do Hyrox training as part of group classes?

Yes! We incorporate Hyrox conditioning into our group training classes and also offer specialized Hyrox-focused sessions. For race-specific preparation, personal training with our Hyrox coach provides the most targeted approach.

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11552 Knott St Suite 12, Garden Grove, CA 92841

Official HYROX Training Club in Orange County

All of our coaches are certified for programming, movement standards, class tutorials, and daily training tools built by HYROX itself.

We incorporate HYROX-specific training three times a week. Every session focuses on training all energy systems, practicing race-day movement patterns, and building the running endurance you need between stations.

This isn't generic group fitness with a HYROX label on it. It's structured, coach-led, and race-ready.

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Coach Adan Martinez

Adán didn't stumble into HYROX coaching. He built toward it over 15 years. A former collegiate Cross Country and Track & Field athlete, he studied Kinesiology with a specialization in Exercise Physiology and Sport Science at Concordia University Irvine - the same foundation that now drives every HYROX program he writes.

He holds an ACE Personal Trainer certification and is a California Certified Massage Therapist, which gives him a rare combination of programming knowledge and hands-on understanding of how the body breaks down under race-day stress. Before founding Primitive Movement x Swole AF, he spent five years working in physical rehabilitation - learning exactly how to build athletes back up, not just push them harder.

Adán is the one who secured the gym's Official HYROX Training Club status and built the race-specific programming from the ground up. He coaches alongside Daniel on the floor, programs the weekly HYROX sessions, and brings the endurance background that keeps the running component as sharp as the station work. When your HYROX coach was a competitive distance runner before he was a strength coach, your 1K laps get the attention they deserve.

Coach Daniel performing sled pulls at HYROX event

Coach Daniel Baek

Daniel isn't just coaching HYROX - he's racing it. He competed at HYROX Pro Division: Las Vegas, NV 2026 (1:18:56) doubles w/Adan Martinez (1:05:31) , Phoenix, AZ 2026 (1:18:27), Incheon, South Korea 2026 (1:10:12) and currently training for upcoming events. He knows what race day feels like, what breaks down at station six, and exactly where most first-timers leave time on the course.

As the dedicated HYROX specialist at Primitive Movement x Swole AF, Daniel leads race-specific training five times a week. Every session is programmed to build the combination of running endurance and station efficiency that HYROX demands.

He coaches athletes through all eight competition stations, breaks down movement standards, and builds pacing strategies based on where you are and what race you're targeting.

Whether you're training for your first HYROX or trying to cut minutes off your finish time, Daniel builds your program around the specific stations and energy systems that need the most work. He's raced. He coaches daily. And he's building a crew of HYROX athletes right here in Orange County.

What is HYROX?

HYROX is the world's largest mass-participation fitness race. Every event follows the exact same format, anywhere in the world: eight 1-kilometer runs, each followed by a functional workout station. You run a kilometer, hit a station, run another kilometer, hit the next station - eight times through until you cross the finish line. Total distance: 8 kilometers of running plus eight full workout stations.

The eight stations, in race order:

SkiErg (1,000m)

Sled Push (50m)

Sled Pull (50m)

Burpee Broad Jumps (80m)

Rowing (1,000m)

Farmer's Carry (200m)

Sandbag Lunges (100m)

Wall Balls (75/100 reps)

What makes HYROX different from obstacle course races like Spartan or Tough Mudder is that there's nothing unpredictable. No monkey bars, no ice baths, no surprises. Every race is the same format with the same standards, which means your finish time is directly comparable to every other HYROX athlete on the planet. You can race solo, as a doubles pair, or as a four-person relay team.

The catch is that HYROX punishes you in the places most people don't train. The running isn't a jog - it's eight separate 1K efforts with your heart rate already elevated from the station you just finished. The sled push feels fine at station two and devastating at station six. The wall balls at station eight are designed to break you when you're already empty. This is why generic gym training doesn't prepare you for HYROX and why race-specific coaching matters.

That's exactly what we built our program around. As an Official HYROX Training Club, we train every station, every transition, and every energy system the race demands - so nothing on race day surprises you.

Hyrox competition format showing 8 workout stations with running intervals infographic

What to Expect in Our Classes

Race-Specific Training: Workouts designed to mirror the 8 HYROX stations, including sled pushes, ski erg, and wall balls.

Endurance Boosting: Build the stamina to crush those 1 km runs.

Technique Coaching: Learn proper form for functional movements to optimize efficiency and prevent injury.

Community Support: Train with like-minded athletes and feel the energy of a team working toward the same goal.

Whether you’re looking to conquer your first HYROX race or beat your personal best, Primitive Movement x Swole AF is here to help you every step of the way.

Coach Daniel Performing sled push as Adan looks on

Who Is HYROX Training For?

Group Photo of HYROX relay team after event

You don't need to be a competitive athlete to start. Our HYROX classes are built for every level.

First-timers who want structured coaching before their first race. Returning racers looking to cut their finish time. Fitness-focused people who want a challenging, goal-driven training program without the pressure of competing.

We meet you where you are and build from there.

Why Train at Primitive x Swole AF Gym?

Official HYROX Training Club with certified coaches and

HYROX-approved programming

24/7 private gym access for extra training outside class hours

Race-specific coaching three times a week

Located in Garden Grove, serving Westminster, Santa Ana, Fountain Valley, Anaheim, and all of Orange County

Free first class so you can try it before you commit

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HYROX Training FAQ

What is HYROX?
HYROX is a global fitness race combining eight 1 km runs with eight functional workout stations. Stations include sled pushes, sled pulls, burpee broad jumps, rowing, farmers carry, sandbag lunges, wall balls, and ski erg. Races are open to all fitness levels.

Do I need experience to join HYROX classes?
No. Our classes are designed for all levels. Coaches scale movements and intensity based on where you are. Many of our members started with zero race experience.

How often should I train for HYROX?
We offer HYROX-specific sessions three times a week. Most athletes train two to three sessions plus additional conditioning on their own using our 24/7 private gym.

When is the next HYROX race near Orange County?
HYROX holds races throughout the year at venues across Southern California. Check hyrox.com for the current race calendar. We'll help you pick a race and build a training timeline around it.

Where is Swole AF located?
11552 Knott St, Suite 12, Garden Grove, CA 92841. We're easily accessible from Westminster, Fountain Valley, Santa Ana, Anaheim, and anywhere in Orange County. See areas served. Check out Full Schedule.