Training Session

Sneak in some intensity with cross training

November 12, 2025 (UTC)

Hyrox Specificity

Training Metrics

Type

Erg Workout

Distance

5.6 km

Duration

70 min

Intensity

Moderate

I feel my pulling mechanism for row erg is clicking - not too much leaning back, but drive with the legs. In Ski Erg, I am finding the hard pace sustainable for 1 minute.

Overall, I can feel the consistency starting to pay off.

I kept at my Z3-Z4, I wonder if it impacts my recovery, or if it is a good way to sneak in some high intensity work without taxing the legs. Will need some research/experiments

SkiErg RowErg

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