Hyrox Singles vs Relay — Which Format Suits You?
Singles is one athlete completing all 8 km of running and all 8 stations. Relay is a 4-person team where each athlete runs 2 km and completes 2 stations. The total race time is similar; the individual workload is roughly 25%.
Pick Singles if you want the personal challenge of full Hyrox. Pick Relay if you're building a team event, training first-timers gently, or want to race with friends without the full prep commitment.
Side-by-side comparison
| Attribute | Hyrox Singles | Hyrox Relay |
|---|---|---|
| Athletes per team | 1 | 4 |
| Running per athlete | 8 km | 2 km |
| Stations per athlete | All 8 | 2 (fixed by team order) |
| Total race time | 75-95 min (Open) | 60-80 min (Open Relay) |
| Individual work intensity | Sustained 75-95 min | Higher — 4 short, intense efforts with long recovery |
| Pacing strategy | Steady, manage fatigue | Sprint your leg, recover while teammates work |
| Training timeline (first race) | 8-16 weeks | 4-8 weeks |
| Best for | Personal goal | Team building, intro to Hyrox, mixed-fitness groups |
| Cost per athlete | Full entry fee | Roughly 1/4 of total team entry |
Who should pick Hyrox Singles
- Solo competitors
- Athletes with strong running base
- Anyone targeting personal PR
- Long-term Hyrox commitment
Who should pick Hyrox Relay
- First-time Hyrox racers in a group
- Mixed-fitness teams
- Corporate or social race entry
- Recovery from injury (lower workload)
Frequently asked questions
Is Hyrox Relay easier than Singles?
Yes for the individual — you run 2 km vs 8 km and complete 2 stations vs 8. But the work intensity per leg is higher because you sprint knowing you'll rest. Relay is best for first-timers and team events.
How is the Hyrox Relay split between 4 athletes?
Athlete 1 runs 1 km then does Station 1 (Ski Erg). Athlete 2 runs 1 km then does Station 2 (Sled Push). And so on. Each athlete does 2 legs total — running + station, twice.
Can a relay team have mixed-gender athletes?
Yes. Mixed Relay (2 men + 2 women) is a popular division at most events. There are also all-men, all-women, and corporate relay categories.