HYROX Abu Dhabi: Fitness Unites the World

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council, in partnership with HYROX and ADNEC Abu Dhabi, hosted HYROX, the world’s largest indoor fitness race, marking a new high for fitness events in the Middle East.

Held on Sunday, the event attracted an impressive 3,506 athletes from 124 nationalities, including 213 professional competitors.

Women made up 41% of the participants, with the 30-35 age group emerging as the largest demographic.

Among the athletes were 340 Emiratis, while the United Kingdom led participant representation with 24%, followed by the UAE at 9%, and Ireland and the Philippines with 5.25% each.

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A Test of Strength and Endurance

The race format combined eight 1km running rounds and eight functional fitness workouts, designed to challenge participants’ strength and stamina.

Categories included Individual (Men and Women), Doubles (Men, Women, Mixed), Doubles Pro, Individual Pro, Relay Teams (4 persons), and a category dedicated to People of Determination.

Kicking off at 7:00 a.m. with the men’s individual race, the event unfolded across the day, culminating in the men’s relay at 9:00 p.m.

Award ceremonies began at 12:45 p.m. and continued until 10:45 p.m., highlighting the achievements of participants in each category.

The event drew an extraordinary audience, with over 12,000 spectators attending throughout the day.

A Commitment to Community and Wellness

Talal Al Hashemi, Executive Director of the Events Sector at Abu Dhabi Sports Council, emphasized the significance of hosting HYROX in Abu Dhabi.

“This event reinforces our commitment to fostering sports and healthy living by bringing world-class events to all segments of the community.

It aligns with the ‘Year of the Community,’ an initiative championing cohesion and societal well-being,” he remarked.

Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNEC Group, echoed this sentiment, stating, “Our collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and HYROX highlights our shared dedication to promoting balanced, healthy lifestyles for everyone in the community.”

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A Growing Global Phenomenon

HYROX, celebrated as one of the fastest-growing fitness events worldwide, has firmly established itself as a centerpiece of Abu Dhabi’s sports calendar.

With its unique blend of running and functional fitness in a standardized format, HYROX caters to all fitness levels, ensuring inclusivity and excitement for athletes of every background.

By uniting competitors and spectators from across the globe, HYROX Abu Dhabi continues to position itself as a beacon of health, endurance, and global camaraderie.

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