Hyrox divisions at a glance
Every division races the same format of eight 1 km runs, each followed by one station, and only the weights, the number of athletes and the category rules change. The table shows who each division is for and the median finish time from our results.
| Division | Categories | What changes | Median finish (our data) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Men, women | Standard weights | 1:23:04 / 1:30:39 | Most first-timers and recreational racers |
| Pro | Men, women | Heavier sled, carry, lunge and wall ball weights | 1:18:16 / 1:24:49 | Experienced racers near the top of Open |
| Doubles | Men, women, mixed | Two athletes share the stations and run together | 1:11:49 / 1:23:29 / 1:17:39 (mixed) | Pairs of friends, partners, training buddies |
| Pro Doubles | Men, women | Doubles format with Pro weights | 1:10:09 / 1:20:50 | Experienced pairs |
| Relay | Teams of four | Four athletes split the eight runs and stations | Not in our dataset | First-timers, clubs, work teams |
| Adaptive | Varies by classification | Standards and equipment set by the official rulebook | Not in our dataset | Athletes with a physical, visual or intellectual impairment |
Medians come from 224,008 recorded races. Relay and adaptive results are not in our dataset, so we do not quote times for them. Check the current official rulebook for the exact categories at your event.
Which Hyrox division should you pick?
Pick Open if you are racing solo for the first time, and move to another division only for a clear reason: a partner (Doubles), a team (Relay), or a time that puts you near the top of Open (Pro).
| If you… | Pick |
|---|---|
| Want to race solo and see where you stand | Open |
| Have raced Open and finish near the top of your age group | Pro |
| Have a training partner and want the stations shared | Doubles |
| Want a team of four, or a work or club event | Relay |
| Have an impairment and want an adapted standard | Adaptive (check the official rulebook) |
Open division
Open is the standard solo division and the one most athletes race. In our data about 62% of results are Open, and the median finish is 1:23:04 for men and 1:30:39 for women.
Open weights are the baseline: sled push 152 kg (men) and 102 kg (women), sled pull 103 kg and 78 kg, farmers carry 2 × 24 kg and 2 × 16 kg, sandbag lunges 20 kg and 10 kg, and a wall ball of 6 kg or 4 kg. The full table is on the weights page.
Pro division
Pro is the same race with heavier weights at the sleds, the carry, the lunges and the wall balls, and it is a faster field. The Pro Men median is 1:18:16 and the Pro Women median is 1:24:49 in our data.
Pro is not a separate sport, it is a heavier version of Open. For the weights side by side and the station-by-station cost, see Hyrox Pro vs Open.
Doubles and Pro Doubles
In Doubles, two athletes race together: both run every kilometre side by side and share the stations in any split they choose. The median finish is 1:11:49 for Doubles Men, 1:23:29 for Doubles Women and 1:17:39 for Doubles Mixed.
Pro Doubles uses Pro weights for men and women pairs and has no mixed tier. Rules, weights and strategy are in Hyrox doubles: rules and strategy, and the doubles training plan gives you eight weeks of preparation.
Relay
Relay is a team of four, and the eight runs and eight stations are shared between the four athletes, so each athlete covers part of the race rather than the whole thing. It is the lowest-pressure way into Hyrox and popular with clubs and workplaces.
Rules for team makeup, handovers and weights are set by the official relay rulebook and can change by season, so read the current version before you plan. For station assignment ideas see our relay strategy and the doubles and relay guide.
Adaptive division
Hyrox runs adaptive categories for athletes with a physical, visual or intellectual impairment, with standards and equipment adjusted for each classification. Because classifications and rules are set by the organisers and updated, use the official adaptive information and rulebook rather than a third-party summary.
Start from the official Hyrox website and contact the event organiser early so classification and equipment can be arranged before race day.
Age groups inside each division
Age groups are ranking categories inside a division, not separate weights: a 55-year-old in Open races at Open weights and is ranked in their age band. Bands run in five-year steps from 16–24 upwards.
See Hyrox age groups for the bands, how doubles pairs are assigned and the median time in each band. For the elite level see the Elite 15 page, and for what a good time looks like see what is a good Hyrox time.
Common mistakes
These 5 mistakes cost the most time or the most training weeks, and each one has a simple fix.
- Entering Pro as a first race. The format is the same but the sled and carry weights are heavier, and the field is faster. Race Open first.
- Assuming weights follow your gender in mixed doubles. In Mixed Doubles both partners use the men’s Open weights. Check the weights page before you plan your training.
- Treating relay like doubles. Relay is four athletes, each covering part of the race. Doubles is two athletes running every kilometre together.
- Skipping the rulebook for your category. Details such as pairing, age bands and adaptive standards change by season. Read the current official rulebook for your division.
- Choosing by pride rather than data. Compare your best training simulation with the division medians below and pick the category where you can race well.
Frequently asked questions
Each answer starts with the short version, with detail after it where it helps.
What are the Hyrox divisions?
The main divisions are Open (men and women), Pro (men and women), Doubles (men, women and mixed), Pro Doubles (men and women) and Relay (teams of four). There are also adaptive categories for athletes with a physical, visual or intellectual impairment.
Which Hyrox division should a beginner enter?
Open for a solo race, or Doubles or Relay if you want to share the effort. Open uses the standard weights and has the largest field, so it is the safest first choice.
What is the difference between Open and Pro?
The format is identical, but Pro uses heavier weights at the sled push, sled pull, farmers carry, sandbag lunges and wall balls. See the Pro vs Open guide for the full comparison.
Do men and women do the same Hyrox?
They do the same race, the same eight stations and the same order, with different weights. For example the Open sled push is 152 kg for men and 102 kg for women.
Is there a Pro division for mixed doubles?
No. Pro Doubles exists for men and for women only. Mixed Doubles has one tier.
What is a good time in each Hyrox division?
The medians in our data are 1:23:04 for Open Men, 1:30:39 for Open Women, 1:18:16 for Pro Men, 1:24:49 for Pro Women and 1:17:39 for Doubles Mixed.
Bottom line
Race Open if you are racing solo for the first time, Doubles if you want a partner and a faster time, Relay for the lowest-pressure introduction and Pro only once your Open results sit near the top of the field. Use the table to compare medians and the Pro vs Open and doubles guides for the details.