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This week we’re joined by Alyssa McElheney — 2:34 marathon runner turned Elite 15 Hyrox athlete.With a strong background in distance running, Alyssa made the switch to Hyrox just a few months ago and has already made a serious impact — finishing 3rd in Warsaw in her first Elite 15 race, securing her spot at the World Championships in Stockholm.Making herself known for being one of the smiliest athletes on the course, Alyssa somehow managed to smile her way around the entire race in Warsaw — a reflection of the mindset she brings to competing.We dive into her journey from qualifying for the olympic marathons trials to becoming an Elite 15 Hyrox athlete, how her training has evolved, and what it takes to perform at the top. Follow the over on instagram : @alyssamcelhenyIf you enjoyed this episode please consider following the show and leaving a review, it helps us reach more people and speak to more incredible guests! Find us @weareatalanta and remember to tag us when you listen! Thank you, see you next week!As always, a huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting us on this journey.LSKD : Use code ATALANTA for 15% off LSKDMyProtein : Use code ATALANTA for discount at checkout.

This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Poppy Jones — Third Space PT and one of the most exciting athletes currently chasing the HYROX dream. Fresh off the racecourse in Manchester, where she clocked a PB of 1:01:18 and took the Solo Pro win, it felt like the perfect time to sit down and have a proper chat. Poppy opens up about the journey that led to this breakthrough moment — from international netball and burnout, to rebuilding her confidence and finally trusting what she’s capable of on race day. We dive deep into the running transformation that changed everything: moving from 5:30–5:40/km HYROX run splits, to committing fully to running-focused training. In just 10 months, she dropped her 10K from 46 minutes to 36, ran a sub-18 5K.We also talk racing nerves vs racing with confidence, the mental side of performance, why Manchester felt so different to London, and what it takes to fully commit to chasing a career as an athlete.This episode is a brilliant insight into patience, belief, and what can happen when the work finally clicks. Poppy is quietly becoming one to watch — and after this conversation, you’ll understand why.Follow Poppy over on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube: @poppyjfitness Check out her coach : @joed.fitness If you enjoyed this episode please consider following the show and leaving a review, it helps us reach more people and speak to more incredible guests! Find us @weareatalanta and remember to tag us when you listen! Thank you, see you next week!As always, a huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting us on this journey.LSKD : Use code ATALANTA for 15% off LSKDMyProtein : Use code ATALANTA for discount at checkout.

This week we’re joined by Máire McGinley and Rachel O’Connor, an Irish-Scottish duo who are quickly establishing themselves on the HYROX Elite scene.From taking the APAC mixed relay record to lining up in the Elite 15 races in Hamburg and Melbourne, Maire and Rachel share what it’s really like stepping into elite competition — the excitement, the pressure, and the work it takes to believe you belong there.A central part of this conversation focuses on female athlete health and motherhood. Rachel opens up about years of high training loads, losing her menstrual cycle, and the moment she realised she needed to prioritise her health in order to conceive. We talk about stepping back from performance, changing lifestyle, and how that journey shaped her return to competitive sport as a mother.We also discuss:- How their partnership came together- Balancing elite racing with careers, travel, and family life- The realities (and costs) of pursuing elite sport outside Europe- Managing mindset, pressure, and long-term perspectiveAn honest, grounded conversation highlighting why prioritising health is never a step backwards.Follow the girls over on instagram : @mccmaire & @rach3oc If you enjoyed this episode please consider following the show and leaving a review, it helps us reach more people and speak to more incredible guests! Find us @weareatalanta and remember to tag us when you listen! Thank you, see you next week!As always, a huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting us on this journey.LSKD : Use code ATALANTA for 15% off LSKDMyProtein : Use code ATALANTA for discount at checkout.

Sophia Parvizi-Wayne is an Elite 15 Hyrox athlete, tech founder, and has recently been listed in the Forbes 30 Under 30 — but in this episode, we go beyond the titles.Sophia opens up about the reality of chasing high performance in more than one area of life, why true balance doesn’t really exist, and what happened when trying to do it all finally caught up with her on race day in Melbourne.We talk burnout, identity beyond sport, making tough decisions, and why sometimes the strongest move is knowing when to pull back. This is an honest conversation about ambition, pressure, and learning how to show up again — in training, in work, and in life.Follow Sophia over on instagram : @sophiaparviziwayneIf you enjoyed this episode please consider following the show and leaving a review, it helps us reach more people and speak to more incredible guests! Find us @weareatalanta and remember to tag us when you listen! Thank you, see you next week!As always, a huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting us on this journey.LSKD : Use code ATALANTA20 for 20% off LSKDMyProtein : Use code ATALANTA for discount at checkout.

In this episode, we’re joined by physiotherapist, trail runner and running-rehab specialist Sophie Vecchione for an in-depth conversation on RED-S, stress fractures, hormones and long-term athlete health.We explore why injuries like stress fractures are becoming increasingly common, how low energy availability and under-recovery impact the body, and why understanding hormonal health is essential for female athletes.In this episode we cover:• What RED-S actually is (and why it’s more than just under-fuelling)• Stress fractures, bone health, and why they occur• How hormones influence injury risk across different life stages• Why postpartum and peri-/post-menopause are higher-risk periods for active women• The importance of menstrual health and building bone density in your teens and 20s• Exercise dependency, recovery, and the cost of chronic under-recovery• How to train for performance without compromising long-term healthSophie breaks down complex and often misunderstood topics with clarity, offering practical insights for runners and athletes navigating training through different phases of life.Whether you’re a runner, CrossFit or HYROX athlete, or simply someone who trains regularly, this episode offers essential knowledge to help you stay healthy, resilient and performing well long-term.🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcastsFollow Sophie over on instagram : @runfreerehabIf you enjoyed this episode please consider following the show and leaving a review, it helps us reach more people and speak to more incredible guests! Find us @weareatalanta and remember to tag us when you listen! Thank you, see you next week!As always, a huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting us on this journey.LSKD : Use code ATALANTA20 for 20% off LSKDMyProtein : Use code ATALANTA for discount at checkout.

In this episode, we sit down with Eilidh, a coach at Elation in Glasgow, Graham Hallidays gym and an incredible Scottish Hyrox athlete making a name for herself in the space. She shares how she went from trying the movements for the first time (with hilarious old videos to prove it!) to becoming fully hooked on the sport. Eilidh opens up about starting out as the last person in her first Hyrox class, the power of community, and how consistent coaching completely changed her game.We dive into her running background, how pressure affected her performances last season, and the mindset shift that helped her drop from 1:16 to 1:05 Pro Solo — plus how she got her run speed back to a sub-19 5K. She gets real about confidence, fuelling, navigating plateaus, and why fun (and a weighted vest) might just be the secret weapon for elite performance.A full, honest, relatable conversation for anyone chasing PBs, trying to fall back in love with training, or stuck in the messy middle of progression.Follow Eilidh over on instagram : @elationeilidh Follow Elation Gym : @elationgymglasgowIf you enjoyed this episode please consider following the show and leaving a review, it helps us reach more people and speak to more incredible guests! Find us @weareatalanta and remember to tag us when you listen! Thank you, see you next week!As always, a huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting us on this journey.LSKD : Use code ATALANTA20 for 20% off LSKDMyProtein : Use code ATALANTA for discount at checkout.

In this week’s episode, we sit down with the insanely talented Laura Belgrave — the creative force behind LB Visuals and one of the standout visual storytellers in the Hyrox space. Lauras ability to capture emotion, intensity and real human grit is unmatched — but her journey to becoming a videographer wasn’t linear. In fact, it started with being made redundant twice, losing her confidence, questioning her path, and finally taking the leap into full-time creative work… with no rulebook, no guaranteed income, and no clear plan other than backing herself.We talk about:🎥 How she found her place in a space still dominated by men📸 The pressure, adrenaline and chaos of shooting race days and fitness events🏃‍♀️ Her process for following athletes, capturing storylines, and staying everywhere at once🔥 Building LB Visuals from scratch and navigating self-belief along the way❤️ Her own fitness journey & love for Hyrox Follow Laura over on instagram : Business - @lb.visualssPersonal - @lb.fitt If you enjoyed this episode please consider following the show and leaving a review, it helps us reach more people and speak to more incredible guests! Find us @weareatalanta and remember to tag us when you listen! Thank you, see you next week!As always, a huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting us on this journey.LSKD : Use code ATALANTA20 for 20% off LSKDMyProtein : Use code ATALANTA for discount at checkout.

This week we’re joined by Amy and Rosie Walsh — identical twin sisters taking the Hyrox world by storm. They are currently your U24 Women's Pro Doubles World Record Holders.Still early in their athletic journey, Amy and Rosie have already made a big impression — not just with their race times, but with their energy, humility, and love for the sport.We talk about what it’s like to compete side-by-side as sisters, how they use their twin to elevate their performance, and the lessons they’ve learned about teamwork, mindset, and communication under pressure.Grounded, driven, and genuinely loving every minute of it — this is only the beginning for the Walsh twins, and we can’t wait to see what’s next.Follow the girls over on instagram: @amyrosiefitTo check out their coaching page head to: @hybridcorecoachingIf you enjoyed this episode please consider following the show and leaving a review, it helps us reach more people and speak to more incredible guests! Find us @weareatalanta and remember to tag us when you listen! Thank you, see you next week!As always, a huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting us on this journey.LSKD : Use code ATALANTA20 for 20% off LSKDMyProtein : Use code ATALANTA for discount at checkout.