Day-Of Details Race Day Briefing

HYROX Simulation

Partner Event · Prototype Training Systems · Westborough, MA

📅 June 27, 2026 🕗 8:00 – 11:00 AM 👥 Partners (M / F / Mixed)
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Race morning timeline

7:00 AM · Check-In Opens
Head to the front desk to check in. There will be space inside and outside (weather dependent) for a self-guided warm-up.
7:30 AM · Athlete Briefing
All athletes meet at the back of the gym near the SkiErgs to review movement standards and the flow of the space. Please don't miss it.
8:00 AM · First Heat
Racing begins. Come into the gym about 10 minutes before your heat goes off — the heat schedule will be posted throughout the gym so you can find yours.

Water & Personal Items

  • Water bottles may be placed outside the gym entrance near the run-course entry/exit point.
  • Keep personal items organized and out of walkways.

Find your heat & division

Heats start every 10 minutes beginning at 8:00 AM. Check-in opens at 7:00 AM and the all-athlete briefing is at 7:30 AM. Times are approximate and may shift slightly on race day — listen for staff calls.

8:00 AM
Heat 1
  • Cori Wigington & Hope WalshFemale
  • Alex Viox & Mark HardinMale
  • Gaurav Batra & Vihaan BatraMale
8:10 AM
Heat 2
  • Jessica Belton & Jen MogensenFemale
  • Carolyn Heidenthal & Kathleen SextonFemale
  • Junjira Pavao & Maria AdamoFemale
8:20 AM
Heat 3
  • Emily Oberlee & Julia RismillerFemale
  • Traci Lake & Colin LakeMixed
  • Carolyn Keiper & Jess ClancyFemale
8:30 AM
Heat 4
  • Alvin Wong & Jon ColletteMale
  • Pat Lacroix & Samet OksakMale
  • Xiao Zhang & Rui XuMale
8:40 AM
Heat 5
  • Matt Iaricci & Sam KaplanMale
  • Liza Davis & Maria MaynardFemale
  • Anne Leahy & Rebecca WelchFemale
8:50 AM
Heat 6
  • Kim Watson & Tim TrainorMixed
  • Carla Lopez & Melina ZamudioFemale
9:00 AM
Heat 7
  • Steve Cimino & Heather LacasseMixed
  • Michelle Sousa & Karuna BarlaFemale
9:10 AM
Heat 8
  • Graham Pettengill & Kaitlyn StickneyMixed
  • Owen Silva & Audrey ToceMixed
  • Leidy Ferrufino & Ashley YanesFemale

How the race works

  • Partners must complete all runs together. All other stations may be divided however the team chooses.
  • Both partners must finish each run before beginning the next station.
  • Each station must be fully completed before moving on to the next run.

Race Order

  1. 1000m SkiErg
  2. 1 km Run
  3. 250 ft Burpee Broad Jump
  4. 1 km Run
  5. 1000m RowErg
  6. 1 km Run
  7. 500 ft Farmer's Carry (53/35 lb)
  8. 1 km Run
  9. 250 ft Weighted Walking Lunges (35/25 lb)
  10. 1 km Run
  11. 100 Wall Ball Shots (14/10 lb)

The CFP Loop

Please remain on the sidewalks at all times and follow the designated route:

CVS WATER ST E MAIN ST WILLOW ST PROTOTYPE · START / FINISH
Run route (CFP Loop) Start / Finish at Prototype ↻ One clockwise lap · stay on the sidewalks
  1. Exit the gym using the directed path.
  2. At the top of the ramp, turn right onto Willow Street.
  3. At the stop sign, turn right onto Water Street.
  4. At the end of Water Street, turn right onto East Main Street (by CVS).
  5. Turn right onto Willow Street.
  6. Re-enter the gym via the ramp unless directed to the Farmer's Carry station.

Station-by-station

SkiErg · back of gym

  • Complete a total of 1000 meters — split however the team chooses.
  • Damper settings may be adjusted as desired.
  • On completion, raise your hand and wait for a judge's approval before moving on.

Burpee Broad Jumps · back of gym

  • Complete 250 feet (5 × 50-foot lengths) — split however the team chooses.
  • The non-working partner follows behind and begins where the working partner finishes.

RowErg · back of gym

  • Complete a total of 1000 meters — split however the team chooses.
  • Damper settings may be adjusted as desired.
  • On completion, raise your hand and wait for a judge's approval before moving on.

Farmer's Carry · outside

  • Men: two 53 lb kettlebells  ·  Women: two 35 lb kettlebells
  • Complete 500 feet as a team (10 × 50-foot lengths) — split the distance however you choose.
  • The 500 feet is a combined team total, not 500 feet per person.
  • Mixed teams: each partner carries their own prescribed weight on their turns.
  • The non-working partner follows behind and begins where the working partner finishes.

Weighted Walking Lunges · back of gym

  • Men: one 35 lb dumbbell  ·  Women: one 25 lb dumbbell
  • Complete 250 feet (5 × 50-foot lengths) — split however the team chooses.
  • Mixed teams use their respective prescribed weights. The non-working partner continues from where their partner stops.

Wall Ball Shots

  • Women throw to the wall target  ·  Men throw to the rig target.
  • Men: 14 lb ball to a 10 ft target  ·  Women: 10 lb ball to a 9 ft target.
  • Complete 100 total repetitions — split however the team chooses.
  • Raise your hand on completion and wait for a judge's confirmation.

Know the standards

This simulation is judged using official HYROX movement standards. We strongly encourage every athlete to review the HYROX rulebook before race day and get familiar with the standard for each movement.

Official HYROX Rulebook
https://hyrox.com/rulebook/

🏆 What you're racing for

Prizes
The fastest team in each division — Male, Female, and Mixed — will each take home Amazfit watches.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the event?
Prototype Training Systems — 50 East Main St, Unit 1, Westborough, MA 01581. Get directions →
What time do I need to arrive?
All athletes check in at the registration window starting at 7:00 AM — no matter what time your heat is. The all-athlete briefing is at 7:30 AM and the first heat goes off at 8:00 AM.
My heat isn’t until later — do I have to stay the whole time?
You do need to check in and attend the 7:30 AM athlete briefing. After the briefing you’re welcome to leave and come back — just be back in the gym about 10 minutes before your heat.
Where do I park?
There’s plenty of parking for the event. A few areas of the lot will be blocked off for the course and staging — please follow the signage and staff directions.
How do I find my heat?
Heat assignments and times are posted throughout the gym and listed on this page. Heats go off every 10 minutes starting at 8:00 AM.
Where do I warm up?
There will be space inside and outside (weather dependent) for a self-guided warm-up.
What should I bring and wear?
Athletic clothes, sneakers, and a water bottle. Dress for the weather — the runs and the Farmer’s Carry are outside.
Can I start a station while my partner is still finishing their run?
No. If you finish your run before your partner, you have to wait until they’re back at the station before you start. Both partners must be at the next station before either of you begins it.
Can I bring family and friends to watch?
Yes! There will be a designated spectating area. We just ask that spectators stay out of the workout area during the event.
How are the movement standards judged?
The simulation is judged to official HYROX movement standards. Please review the HYROX rulebook before race day.
How are winners decided?
The fastest team time in each division — Male, Female, and Mixed — wins Amazfit watches.
What if my partner can’t make it?
Email [email protected] as soon as possible.
Are there restrooms on site?
Yes — restrooms are available inside.
Does the event run if it rains?
Yes — the event is rain or shine.

Good luck, have fun, and enjoy the challenge — we'll see you on race day. 💪