8×8 Podcast
8x8 Podcast
Podcast Description
Are you passionate about fitness racing and looking to the stories of the top athletes in the sport? This one is for you.In each episode, we bring you true storytelling and amazing insight to the elite 15 athletes in the sport. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned competitor, this podcast will help you take your training and performance to the next level.What is The 8x8 Podcast?Inspired by the structure of HYROX fitness racing, which features 8 runs and 8 stations, our podcast format revolves around 8 key questions to give you an inside look into the minds of elite athletes and some of the key components to what makes them tick. You’ll hear their personal stories, likes and dislikes, background, training tips, mindset strategies, and what drives them to succeed in the world of fitness racing.If you're looking to improve your performance in HYROX, gain motivation from the best in the sport, or simply love fitness and racing, make sure to SUBSCRIBE and never miss an episode!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores various themes related to fitness racing, including training tips, personal journeys, mental strategies, and lifestyle management. For instance, Episode 9 features Harry Thompson discussing balancing a demanding career with athletic performance, while Episode 8 highlights Pelayo Menendez Fernandez's philosophy on life and environmental consciousness.

Are you passionate about fitness racing and looking to the stories of the top athletes in the sport? This one is for you.
In each episode, we bring you true storytelling and amazing insight to the elite 15 athletes in the sport. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned competitor, this podcast will help you take your training and performance to the next level.
What is The 8×8 Podcast?
Inspired by the structure of HYROX fitness racing, which features 8 runs and 8 stations, our podcast format revolves around 8 key questions to give you an inside look into the minds of elite athletes and some of the key components to what makes them tick. You’ll hear their personal stories, likes and dislikes, background, training tips, mindset strategies, and what drives them to succeed in the world of fitness racing.
If you’re looking to improve your performance in HYROX, gain motivation from the best in the sport, or simply love fitness and racing, make sure to SUBSCRIBE and never miss an episode!
Liam McCroary is a former professional footballer who now works full time as a prison officer and competes among the Elite 15 in HYROX.
In this episode, Liam shares his journey from professional football into HYROX while balancing a demanding career in the prison service.
We talk about confidence, growth, and learning to perform at a high level while competing alongside some of the best athletes in the sport.
This is a positive conversation about belief, progress, and enjoying the challenge one race at a time.

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