ESN Hybrid Games

Hybrid racing is evolving faster than ever, and this past weekend was a prime example of just how much the sport is growing. From record-breaking performances to new competition surfaces and the arrival of ESN into the hybrid fitness space, there’s a lot to unpack. So, let’s dive in. ... Lauren Weeks continues to solidify her legacy as one of the greatest hybrid athletes of all time. Competing at the North American Championships in Washington, D.C., she shattered the open world record with a blazing 55:38 finish—beating the previous best by two minutes. That means Weeks now holds the **HYROX Pro, HYROX Open, and Deka Fit world records**. At this point, it’s fair to ask: are we witnessing the greatest hybrid athlete ever? ... HYROX recently announced a major change that will debut at the upcoming World Championships: a brand-new **Centr Performance Turf.** This turf, designed for durability and consistency, aims to standardize sled movements across all events. For affiliates, it’s also available for purchase, meaning gyms can start incorporating it into their training setups. … Is this a smart move toward fairness, or is it too much of a disruption? ... **ESN and the Rise of the Hybrid Games** The biggest shake-up in the hybrid fitness world might not come from an athlete—but from **ESN.** Elite Sports Nutrition (ESN) recently hosted their **Hybrid Games** at Forder’s Gym in the UK, bringing in an all-star lineup of competitors, including 2024 HYROX World Champions Meg Jacoby and Alex Roncevic. With major sponsors stepping into the hybrid fitness scene, could we be seeing the rise of an alternative to HYROX? More money, more competition, and more media exposure could change the sport in ways we haven’t seen before. And if ESN is involved, that means a broader audience, bigger sponsorships, and the potential for even more racing formats. Could this be the start of a new era in hybrid racing? ... From Lauren Weeks rewriting the record books to major equipment changes and a possible competitor to HYROX, hybrid racing is entering a new phase. Whether you’re an elite athlete, an age-group competitor, or just someone who loves watching the sport grow, these changes are shaping the future of racing.

## Jake Williamson ##### Apr 06, 2025 (0:16:27) Watch the extended highlights of the new fitness race on the block. Jake and Tom vs Ronc and Lukas. ### Transcript {ts:0} Yo, good morning. Today's episode is going to be on the new event by ESN {ts:9} hosted at Forers called the Hybrid Games Rise. Um, I am competing in a doubles event today. Um, and it's going to be {ts:19} pretty fun. … {ts:154} Let's get out for the run. ... {ts:928} [Music] So there you have it. Full race from ESN Hybrid Games Rise. It was a tough {ts:947} competition. I thought we had them and then um Farmers Lucas was fast. Um and then from then on it was kind of just {ts:957} chasing. Ronovich kind of just got quicker and quicker. Um, but I do have the timing splits of each station and {ts:965} each run. Um, so it was pretty close. I think it was 30 seconds, well, less than 30 seconds in the end, which is not bad

This week on The HYwire, we’re diving into one of the biggest weekends in hybrid racing this season. From world records to rule changes and rising competition, here’s everything you need to know: ... 02:04 New Surface for World Championships 03:06 ESN HYBRID Games Thanks for watching The HYwire. ... {ts:0} Lauren weeks continues to rewrite the record books hro makes a major announcement that will affect the world championship races this year and ESN enters the hybrid chat hi my name is Michelle Navaro welcome to the Highwire today I'm going to catch you up on all things hybrid racing including what went down at the North American championships in Washington DC H rox's new announcement about the brand new sled Turf that will be debuting at the world championships and ESPN's new launch of the hybrid games so let's start with the North American championships this race took place in Washington DC over the weekend where we saw the best of the best open Racers come out and compete against each other we even saw some International and Elite level {ts:38} competition come and compete as well sadly I could not be there this year I have decided to race in DC a different weekend for their famous Cherry Blossom Road Race they have a 10-mile that happens on Sunday and a 5k that happens on Saturday and so I will be doing that 5K so what were the noteworthy performances that happened at the North American championships certainly Lauren weeks she is the pro world record holder and she just ran a brand new open world record at the North American championships she ran a blistering 5538 finish which beat the previous world record by about 2 minutes that means now she is the hrx Pro hrx open and deait world record holder she is certainly cementing her name as a possibility for the goat of hybrid the greatest of all ... and Dylan Scott come and compete at this is this an unfair Advantage is this something that the age group Racers want to see or not want to see you tell us in the comments what you think if you'd like to hear what my perspective is and what Matt Mason's perspective is you can tune in to the hrock rundown that just launched now let's move on to the turf hro just made a major announcement that they will be debuting brand new Turf for the World … feel on this as well so all of these things could impact performance hopefully it's a smooth transition but {ts:182} we'll be sure to be watching closely for any sled Turf chaos now let's move over to the ESN games ESN hybrid games went down at B's gym in the UK hosted by Elite Sports Nutrition which is one of the biggest names in the hybrid Fitness scene this event drew some really Elite level competition such as 2024 High Rock World Champ me jacobe 2024 hrock World Champ Alex rankovic 2025 Elite 15 qualifier EA gour and the original champ of hrock Lucas doroth with companies like ESN stepping in to run these events could this be the beginning of a new competitive landscape more money more sponsors more opportunities could this mean more competition for high rocks is that a good thing or a bad thing for the sport let us know what you think in the comments that's it for today's episode of the Highwire from World Records to {ts:234} race reform to radical new Turf the hybrid world is heating up like subscribe and hit the Bell so you don't miss anything from us and most importantly let us know what you think in the comments

## ESN presents "The ESN HYBRID GAMES - R.I.S.E." at Forders Gym We're thrilled to invite you to **R.I.S.E.**, a one-of-a-kind **fitness race** designed to push your limits, ignite your passion for fitness, and elevate both your physical and mental strength. **R.I.S.E. **stands for **Resilience, Intensity, Strength, **and **Endurance**—the very qualities we’ll challenge you to amplify. Check out the upcoming workout **HERE.** This is your chance to compete alongside the **Elite 15 Hybrid Athletes**, **win cash prizes**, and prove to yourself that you can rise above any obstacle. **Saturday, 29th March 2025** **REGISTER NOW!** ## Starting Timeframes per Category |Starting Times|Division| |--|--| |9:00 AM – 9:50 AM|Men Single| |10:00 AM – 10:30 AM|Women Single| |11:00 AM – 11:40 PM|Pro Men Single| |11:50 AM – 12:10 PM|Pro Women Single| … **Hybrid Fitness Racing:**A dynamic fusion of outdoor adventure and innovative training, designed to stretch your limits and ignite your growth. **Cash Prizes:**Don’t miss your chance to win from the £10,000 prize pool across different divisions. **Unforgettable Atmosphere**: A high-energy, community-driven event filled with support, camaraderie, and pure excitement. **Unleash Your Potential:**It’s not just about fitness—it’s about breaking barriers, growing stronger, and pushing past your limits. This is your opportunity to be part of something truly special. With limited spots available, don’t miss out on this first-ever **ESN - Elite Sports Nutrition fitness race** in the UK! ## Ready to R.I.S.E.? The " **ESN HYBRID GAMES - R.I.S.E." **are designed to accommodate athletes of all levels, ensuring everyone can compete and finish strong. There are multiple divisions to suit your abilities. Be sure to register for the division that best matches your level: Pro Athlete This division features heavier weights and is designed for those with advanced fitness racing experience. Athlete A division with lighter weights, perfect for those newer to hybrid racing. **Important Info: ** *– You’ll be required to sign a waiver on-site during registration. * *– Race details will be shared on our website as the event approaches. *

March 29, 2025 The ESN HYBRID GAMES - R.I.S.E. Brand Elite Sports Network Website Event Type Hybrid Event Description Get ready to R.I.S.E. to the challenge! We're thrilled to invite you to R.I.S.E., a one-of-a-kind fitness race designed to push your limits, ... Tap to Show More Location England, United Kingdom Tags Pro Athlete Division, Athlete Division, Functional training zones, ESN