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Preparation went excellently: training, recovery, pacing — everything was according to plan. The goal was to improve on our performance from the last race in Berlin. On paper it looked great. But sometimes race day reality shows a completely different side of things.

Nutrition plays a key role in optimizing performance, recovery, and overall energy levels. In this article, sports nutrition specialist Joana Romão shares expert insights on how to improve your HYROX experience through smart nutrition, focusing on three main areas: daily habits, training and race fueling, and supplementation.

Preparation started several months in advance. Both of us followed a carefully structured training plan combining strength training, running, intervals, and specific HYROX workouts. Our goal wasn't just to finish the race, but to deliver a confident performance and fully experience the unique atmosphere HYROX is known for.