By your Sutton Coldfield Personal Trainer & 6-Time Royal Sutton Fun Run Winner
Hyrox has exploded across the UK—and nowhere more than right here in Sutton Coldfield. With its unique blend of strength, conditioning, and endurance, Hyrox demands a level of fitness that few events can match. And while many athletes immediately gravitate towards the sleds, wall balls, and functional strength, one element consistently separates the good from the great:
👉 Running.
👉 Specifically, a structured weekly long run.
As a running specialist personal trainer in Sutton Coldfield, a 6-time Royal Sutton Fun Run champion and England international—I’ve seen firsthand how transforming your run performance can transform your Hyrox performance.
Whether you’re training with me at Fit Midlands Gym in Sutton Coldfield, in the great outdoors, in places like Sutton Park, or working with me remotely, this guide will show you why the long run is the foundation of your Hyrox success.
Why Running Is the Backbone of Hyrox Performance
Hyrox includes 8 x 1km runs, each inserted between challenging functional stations. That means whether you’re elite or a first-timer, nearly 50% of your total race time is spent running.
I’m always staggered how athletes put huge energy into strength work and constantly do high-intensity circuit classes —yet overlook their aerobic engine. If you want to improve your Hyrox, you need to improve your running!
Running Benefits for Hyrox:
- Builds aerobic capacity → You recover faster between stations
- Improves your lactate threshold → You can hold a faster pace for longer
- Enhances mental resilience → Essential for later-stage stations like lunges & wall balls
- Boosts running economy → Less wasted energy, more efficient stride
If you want a competitive time—or simply want to complete your Hyrox feeling strong—running is non-negotiable, and I can’t reiterate enough that it’s the most important discipline in Hyrox!
The Power of the Weekly Long Run for Hyrox Training
If there’s one training habit that delivers the highest return for Hyrox athletes, it’s the weekly long run. Even better, you don’t have to push really hard to get the most benefits from the long run. The long run should be that….LONG but at an easy pace. Of course, when you’ve finished, you’re going to feel fatigued as you’ve run for a long time, but you certainly shouldn’t be gasping for oxygen whilst doing this part of training!
Why the Long Run Matters
- Builds Deep Endurance
Long, easy-paced running strengthens your cardiovascular system in a way no gym session can replicate. - Improves Fat Utilisation
Critical for maintaining energy late in the race. Yes, your body will get better at burning fat! - Strengthens Tendons & Soft Tissue
Reduced injury risk = more consistent Hyrox training. - Teaches Pacing Discipline
Helps control heart rate between stations. - Builds Mental Grit
You learn how to stay relaxed under fatigue—exactly what Hyrox demands.
How Long Should Your Long Run Be for Hyrox?
Based on coaching runners and hybrid athletes across Sutton Coldfield, my general recommendation is:
Hyrox Open:
75-90 minutes at an easy conversational pace.
Hyrox Pro / Competitive Athletes:
If you really want to improve further, 90–105 minutes, depending on experience
These times should be built up gradually, adding no more than 10 minutes per week, and every 3rd week you should drop back 10 minutes to lessen the chance of over-training and injury.
If you can comfortably complete your weekly long run, the 8 x 1km Hyrox runs will feel significantly less intimidating.
Running in Sutton Coldfield – The Ideal Hyrox Training Environment
Sutton Coldfield is one of the West Midlands’ greatest running hubs—with routes perfect for Hyrox preparation:
- Sutton Park: Great for tempo runs, intervals, and hilly long runs
- Cardiac Hill Sutton Coldfield: Brutally effective for leg strength & endurance
- Wyndley Athletics Track: Ideal for technique and interval sessions
If you’re looking to join a running club in Sutton Coldfield or improve your performance for events like the Sutton Coldfield Fun Run 2026, structured run training is the missing link for most athletes.
Ultimate Personal Well- Being offers a FREE Improvers Running Club in Sutton Coldfield.
How My Background Helps Hyrox Athletes Succeed
As a 6-time Royal Sutton Fun Run winner and England international athlete, I bring unique running expertise to hybrid athletes.
I understand:
- How to structure run programmes
- How to balance strength and endurance
- How to improve engine output safely
- How to build durability and reduce injury risk
This is why many Hyrox competitors in Sutton Coldfield choose to work with me.
Fuel Your Hyrox Performance With Expert Nutrition Coaching
Alongside structured Hyrox training and running development, the right nutrition plan is essential for maximising performance, speeding up recovery, and improving energy levels throughout each station and run leg.
At Ultimate Personal Wellbeing, I am both a Personal Trainer and a fully qualified Nutritional Therapist, having trained with the highly regarded Institute of Optimum Nutrition in London.
As a nutritionist in Sutton Coldfield, I provide tailored Hyrox nutrition plans that support endurance, strength, and body recomposition. Whether you need help fuelling long runs, improving race-day hydration, or optimising overall health, we offer personalised guidance that aligns perfectly with your training load.
My targeted nutrition services ensure you arrive at the start line fully prepared and performing at your best.
Train with a Running-Specialist Personal Trainer in Sutton Coldfield
Hyrox athletes need a coach who understands the biomechanics of running—not just someone who can programme a sled push.
I offer:
✔ Personal Training (1-to-1 & hybrid programmes)
✔ Running Coaching
✔ Nutrition Support for Hyrox
✔ Technique sessions & race strategy planning
Perfect for tackling the sleds AND the runs.
If you’re searching for a personal trainer in Sutton Coldfield, personal training in Sutton Coldfield, or a Sutton Coldfield running coach, you’re in the right place.
Ready to Improve Your Hyrox Running Performance?
If you’re serious about improving your Hyrox time, becoming a stronger runner, or just feeling more confident heading into competition, the next step is simple:
👉 Book a session with Sutton Coldfield’s running-specialist Hyrox coach.
Whether you’re preparing for Hyrox Manchester, Birmingham, London—or the Sutton Coldfield Fun Run 2025—I’ll help you build the engine you need.
