HYROX has grown from a niche fitness event to a global sport with thousands of athletes racing every weekend. The fastest times keep dropping — records are broken almost every month as the field deepens and training methods improve. Here's where things stand in Season 8, backed by real race data from major events including the 2026 World Championships in Stockholm.
If you're new to the format, start with what HYROX involves before diving into the numbers.
Current Fastest Times
Records are evolving rapidly. As of mid-2026, the fastest Season 8 times sit around:
| Category | Current Record Range |
|---|---|
| Men's Pro Individual | ~54 minutes |
| Women's Pro Individual | ~57 minutes |
| Men's Pro Doubles | ~50 minutes |
| Women's Pro Doubles | ~57 minutes |
| Men's Open Individual | ~56 minutes |
| Women's Open Individual | ~65 minutes |
These numbers shift with nearly every major event. The men's Pro record has dropped by several minutes since Season 5, and the women's field is improving even faster. Check the official HYROX website for the latest confirmed records.
What Do Elite Splits Actually Look Like?
This is the data that matters — what does a podium-level race look like station by station? Based on top Pro finishers at the Stockholm World Championships (June 2026, 7,474 athletes).
Pro Men — Elite Station Splits
| Station | Elite Split |
|---|---|
| SkiErg (1000m) | 3:45 |
| Sled push (50m) | 2:24 |
| Sled pull (50m) | 3:20 |
| Burpee broad jumps (80m) | 2:36 |
| Rowing (1000m) | 3:52 |
| Farmers carry (200m) | 1:19 |
| Sandbag lunges (100m) | 2:55 |
| Wall balls (100 reps) | 3:55 |
| Average run split (per km) | 3:18 |
| Total run time | ~27:00 |
| Total work time | ~24:00 |
| Roxzone time | ~4:30 |
Pro Women — Elite Station Splits
| Station | Elite Split |
|---|---|
| SkiErg (1000m) | 4:16 |
| Sled push (50m) | 2:38 |
| Sled pull (50m) | 3:50 |
| Burpee broad jumps (80m) | 3:42 |
| Rowing (1000m) | 4:22 |
| Farmers carry (200m) | 1:42 |
| Sandbag lunges (100m) | 3:14 |
| Wall balls (75 reps) | 3:44 |
| Average run split (per km) | 3:38 |
| Total run time | ~29:00 |
| Total work time | ~26:30 |
| Roxzone time | ~4:45 |
The biggest differentiator at the elite level is run speed. Top Pro men hold 3:00–3:25/km across runs 1–7 before fading slightly on Run 8. Pro women maintain 3:25–3:50/km. That run consistency while still performing on every station is what separates the podium from mid-pack Pro.
Elite pacing is remarkably controlled — the best races show a spread of only 25–40 seconds between the fastest and slowest run splits across all eight segments.
For detailed station benchmarks, see our average station times analysis and station performance breakdown.
How Do You Compare?
Here's where the Open field lands based on real data from the Stockholm World Championships (June 2026).
Men's Open (n=1,796)
| Level | Finish Time | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Elite | Under 61:30 | Top 1% |
| Competitive | Under 66:15 | Top 5% |
| Strong | Under 69:10 | Top 10% |
| Above average | Under 75:50 | Top 25% |
| Median | 84:45 | 50th percentile |
| Finishing | 96:05+ | Bottom 25% |
Women's Open (n=1,043)
| Level | Finish Time | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Elite | Under 68:40 | Top 1% |
| Competitive | Under 73:30 | Top 5% |
| Strong | Under 76:35 | Top 10% |
| Above average | Under 81:25 | Top 25% |
| Median | 91:10 | 50th percentile |
| Finishing | 103:40+ | Bottom 25% |
For a deeper dive into what constitutes a good time for your age group and category, check our complete guide to HYROX times and age group performance analysis.
Pro vs Open: Station-by-Station Comparison
Where exactly do elite athletes gain their advantage? This table compares elite Pro splits against the Open median — all from Stockholm WC data.
Men's Splits
| Station | Pro Elite | Open Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| SkiErg (1000m) | 3:45 | 4:26 | 0:41 |
| Sled push (50m) | 2:24 | 2:40 | 0:16 |
| Sled pull (50m) | 3:20 | 4:39 | 1:19 |
| Burpee broad jumps (80m) | 2:36 | 5:34 | 2:58 |
| Rowing (1000m) | 3:52 | 4:43 | 0:51 |
| Farmers carry (200m) | 1:19 | 1:55 | 0:36 |
| Sandbag lunges (100m) | 2:55 | 5:12 | 2:17 |
| Wall balls (100 reps) | 3:55 | 7:14 | 3:19 |
| Average run (per km) | 3:18 | 4:55 | 1:37 |
Women's Splits
| Station | Pro Elite | Open Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| SkiErg (1000m) | 4:16 | 5:06 | 0:50 |
| Sled push (50m) | 2:38 | 2:27 | -0:11 |
| Sled pull (50m) | 3:50 | 5:14 | 1:24 |
| Burpee broad jumps (80m) | 3:42 | 6:32 | 2:50 |
| Rowing (1000m) | 4:22 | 5:16 | 0:54 |
| Farmers carry (200m) | 1:42 | 2:03 | 0:21 |
| Sandbag lunges (100m) | 3:14 | 4:59 | 1:45 |
| Wall balls (75 reps) | 3:44 | 6:38 | 2:54 |
| Average run (per km) | 3:38 | 5:30 | 1:52 |
The biggest gaps are in wall balls, burpee broad jumps, and sandbag lunges — the high-rep endurance stations where fitness and technique compound. Sled push times are relatively close because weight matters more than conditioning for this station. Running shows the most consistent gap — Pro athletes are roughly 1:30–1:50/km faster per run segment.
Note: Women's Open sled push is slightly faster than Pro because Pro women push heavier weight (152 kg vs 102 kg).
For station-specific improvement strategies, see our guides on sled push technique and sandbag lunges strategy.
Use our pacing calculator to set target split times for your goal finish time.
How Records Have Evolved
HYROX was founded in 2017 in Hamburg, Germany. In the early seasons, winning times were significantly slower — the sport was new, training methods were undeveloped, and few elite endurance athletes had discovered the format.
Key trends across the seasons:
- Men's Pro winning times have dropped from the high 50s/low 60s into the low-to-mid 54s
- Women's Pro have broken under 58 minutes for the first time in Season 8
- The depth of the field has increased dramatically — a 55-minute men's time that would have won Season 5 now barely makes the top 10
- Roxzone efficiency has improved as athletes learn to minimise transition time
- Specialised HYROX training has replaced generic CrossFit or running-only preparation
The sport is still young and growing fast. Records will continue to fall as more elite athletes enter and training becomes more sophisticated.
Can You Beat Your Own Record?
World records are aspirational. Personal records are actionable. Based on the data, the biggest gains for most athletes come from:
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Running consistency — your eight runs account for roughly half your total time. The median Open athlete loses 1:00+ per km compared to their Run 1 pace by Run 8. Maintaining even splits saves minutes. See our running strategy guide.
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Wall balls and burpee broad jumps — the two stations with the largest Pro-to-Open gap (3+ minutes each). These are pure fitness stations where training volume pays off directly.
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Roxzone efficiency — minimising transition time between stations can save 2–3 minutes with zero additional fitness.
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Pacing strategy — starting too fast is the most common mistake. Use the pacing calculator to build a realistic race plan.
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Training structure — follow a structured program that balances running and station work across your training week.
Upload your results to the interactive race analyzer to see exactly where your time is going and where the biggest opportunities are.
For a comprehensive improvement guide, see how to improve your HYROX time.
Quick Reference
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Fastest men's Pro time | ~54 minutes (evolving monthly) |
| Fastest women's Pro time | ~57 minutes (evolving monthly) |
| Fastest Pro Doubles | ~50 minutes (men), ~57 minutes (women) |
| Median Open men | 84:45 |
| Median Open women | 91:10 |
| Biggest time-saver station | Wall balls (3:19 Pro-to-Open gap, men) |
| Biggest time-saver overall | Running pace consistency |
Station split data sourced from Season 8 race results. Percentile data from the Stockholm World Championships, June 2026 (7,474 athletes). Records are approximate and evolve frequently — check the official HYROX website for confirmed records. Last updated: June 2026.