Podcast 335: Inside HYROX Training, Fueling, and Recovery with Jake Dearden

On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Director of Global Sports and Talent Marketing Jeremy Powers sits down with Jake Dearden, hybrid athlete and social media influencer, to explore the world of HYROX.

Jake shares his journey from civil engineering to elite fitness, opening up about his injuries and journey toward mental toughness in a growing 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, and injury prevention.

Episode Chapters

0:26 - Introduction to Jake Dearden

3:27 - Jake’s journey from marathons to HYROX

5:39 - What is HYROX and how to compete

6:34 - Building community through HYROX

7:34 - 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 - Prep, pressure, and setbacks

25:18 - Recovery and sleep hygiene

30:48 - Jake’s competition prep and fueling strategy

34:52 - Jake’s WHOOP Data at HYROX championships

39:31 - Learning from injury

43:34 - Performance improvements to achieve goals

45:07 - Building a platform