Designing Your Ultimate Hyrox-Style Home Gym

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re ready to build the ultimate Hyrox-inspired home gym — and that’s no small feat! A true Hyrox training space brings together functional fitness, strength work, and endurance training in a way that mirrors the flow of the actual race.

Hyrox itself is an 8km fitness race, broken down into 8 x 1km runs, with a functional workout station at the end of each kilometre — think: a 1000m ski, sled push and pull, burpee broad jumps, rowing, farmers carries, sandbag lunges, and wall balls.

Fitting all that into a home gym may sound ambitious — but this is your dream training setup! Whether you’re starting from scratch or upgrading a few key stations, here’s a breakdown of the must-have zones and equipment ideas to help you get started. I’ve left space for you to add your preferred kit where it suits you best.

Weight Sled

Top Pick: MYO Strength Power Sled

A sturdy sled is essential for training the push and pull stations. Load it up with bumper plates and make sure it can be pushed or pulled from either side — perfect for partner training or keeping transitions smooth without turning the sled around. To match race conditions, aim for a total weight of around 102kg or 152kg (sled included).

Look for one that has front and back connection points so you can easily attach a harness or rope for sled pulls, and check that it’s suitable for turf or rubber flooring — whichever you install in your gym.

Ski Trainer

Top Pick: Attack Fitness Ski Machine

A ski machine is your go-to for simulating the ski-erg station. It’s a brilliant low-impact way to develop full-body power, pacing strategies, and smooth transitions between stations. Ideally, go for a model that matches what’s used in competitions for true race specificity — bonus points if it can be wall-mounted or used with a stand, depending on your space.

Rowing Machine

Top Pick: Attack Fitness Indoor Rowing Machine

Rowing builds full-body endurance and power — and gives you live metrics like split times, stroke rate, watts and calories burned. This makes it easy to monitor progress and tailor workouts to hit your goals. Pick one that’s comfortable, reliable, and competition-style if possible.

Kettlebells

Top Pick: MYO Strength Competition Kettlebells

Competition-grade kettlebells with smooth stainless steel handles are worth the investment — they feel great to grip, even during sweaty, high-rep sessions. For Hyrox training, you’ll need at least a 16kg or 24kg kettlebell. A full set gives you more variety for functional circuits and warm-ups.

Sandbags

Top Pick: MYO Strength Sandbags

Sandbags are an underrated powerhouse for real-life lifting strength and awkward, functional moves — just like you’ll feel lunging with a sandbag mid-race. Choose one that’s durable, has a soft cover to protect your floors, and lets you easily adjust the weight if needed.

Wall Balls

Top Pick: Attack Fitness Wall Balls

For the final station, you’ll need wall balls that match competition weight — typically 4kg, 6kg, or 9kg. Look for a comfortable, durable design with a bit of bounce, and consider adding a wall ball target to mimic race conditions.

Extras & Accessories

Here are a few more add-ons to elevate your Hyrox gym setup:

• Plates: Invest in high-quality bumper plates for your sled and lifts. Triple-handle designs make them easy to move around.

• Battle Rope: Attach to your sled for pulling drills.

• Sled Track: Lay down a durable track to protect your floor and make pushing/pulling smooth and realistic.

• Pull-Up/Dip Station: Build extra grip, core, and upper body strength with pull-ups, dead hangs, or toes-to-bar.

• Gym Storage: A tidy space makes training more enjoyable. Use smart racks to store plates, kettlebells, sandbags, and wall balls.

• Plyo Boxes: Add dynamic jumps, step-ups, or circuit training to your warm-up or cool-down.

• Recovery Tools: Create a dedicated recovery corner with foam rollers and mobility tools — your future self will thank you!

Final Thoughts

Your ultimate Hyrox-style home gym should inspire you to train hard, recover well, and stay consistent — all while feeling like your own personal competition arena. Use this guide as a starting point, and slot in your favourite equipment picks where they fit your budget, space, and training style.

Need a hand putting it all together? Give us a call on 01538 387960 or email us at sales@staffsfitness.com — we’re here to help!