If you’ve seen people racing with ski machines, sleds and sandbags but you’re not sure whether it’s METRIX or HYROX - you’re in the right place.
They’re both full-body fitness events designed to test your engine, strength and grit. But they’re not the same.
Let’s break it down.
HYROX
The global fitness race
HYROX is a fixed-format fitness competition raced all over the world. It’s the same structure at every event - and every participant, no matter their ability, completes the same race. It’s long, tough, and rewards consistency over intensity.
The HYROX Format
You complete eight rounds of the following sequence:
Run 1km
Ski Ergometer – 1,000m
Run 1km
Sled Push – weighted sled pushed over 50m
Run 1km
Sled Pull – pull a weighted sled over 50m
Run 1km
Burpee Broad Jumps – 80m
Run 1km
Row Ergometer – 1,000m
Run 1km
Farmers Carry – carry two kettlebells for 200m
Run 1km
Sandbag Lunges – 100m
Run 1km
Wall Balls – 100 reps
The Experience
It’s long. It’s repetitive. It rewards those with solid pacing, a big aerobic engine and mental toughness. It’s not about who can go fastest off the line - it’s about who can hold on the longest.
Who It’s For
Anyone who loves a challenge and wants to train toward a specific structure
People who enjoy competing and want to track progress over time.
You can race solo, as a pair, or as a four person relay.
METRIX
The London-founded hybrid competition
METRIX is a newer format created in London, expanding over the world. It’s built around similar machines and movement patterns to HYROX, but the format is shorter, faster and often more fun to do with mates.
The METRIX Format
The exact format is 5 stations, each with a 10 minute exercise window, points are based on performance, with cumulative scores deciding the winner.
You often race in pairs, swapping every 10/20 calories, reps or metres depending on the station.
The Experience
It is fast, fiery and full of atmosphere. Loud music, team energy and a crowd cheering you on. The distances are shorter than HYROX, so the pace is higher - but it still absolutely empties the tank.
Who It’s For
First timers who want to try functional racing without committing to a ninety minute grind
Friends who love training together
Anyone who wants to test themselves and have a good time doing it
Side by Side
| HYROX | METRIX |
Location | Global | UK |
Solo or Teams | Solo, pairs, or relay | Mostly pairs |
Total Time | Around 60 to 90 minutes for most people | Around 60 minutes |
Style | Structured, tough, engine-heavy | Fast, fun, high energy |
Best For | People training toward a big fitness goal | People training toward a big fitness goal & want a live experience |
Training Plan | Requires high-volume conditioning and strength endurance | Requires high-volume conditioning and strength endurance |
How Edge Fits In
Edge is the official training partner of METRIX. That means we’ve built dedicated plans to get you race-ready - even if it’s your first event.
And if HYROX is your goal? We'll build your structured hybrid program inside Edge to build your engine, strength and pacing.
Not Sure Which One Is Right For You?
Here’s the truth: you do not have to pick.
METRIX is a great way to get into hybrid racing. HYROX is where you go when you want to test everything you have. And Edge is the perfect way to train for both.