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Kris Rugloski's route into HYROX is anything but conventional.A former obstacle course racer and ultra-runner, Kris first entered HYROX simply because it looked like something she'd enjoy. Just a few years later, after qualifying for the World Championships on a roll-down, she shocked the field by winning the 2022 HYROX World Championship.In this episode, Kris shares her journey from OCR to HYROX World Champion, why she still spends her summers running ultras in the mountains, and how she balances elite competition with a life far bigger than sport.We dive into the mindset that has shaped her approach to training and racing, the lessons she's learned through injury and adversity, and why gratitude, perspective and being capable for life matter more than results.This is a conversation about resilience, purpose, adventure and finding joy in the process.Whether you're training for your first HYROX, chasing a PB, or simply trying to become a stronger version of yourself, there's something in this episode for everyone.Follow Kris over on instagram : @krisrugloskiIf 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 Rebecca Fenney, known to many from Married at First Sight UK — but this conversation goes far beyond what you see on screen.Rebecca opens up about how fitness has been a constant through her life, even when routine, structure and training were taken completely out of her control. We talk honestly about what it was really like trying to train while filming a reality TV show, why the gym became a rare safe space during that time, and how losing her usual fitness routine affected her both mentally and physically.We also get into all things HYROX — how she trains, how she approaches race day, running vs strength, race strategy, favourite trainers, race-day outfits, and the little things that make a big difference when you’re on the start line.She shares why her online presence is rooted in inspiring women — especially those over 30 — to know that it’s never too late to start, reset, or try something new. We also dive into juggling a full-time career as an aesthetics nurse alongside training, why fitness doesn’t always have to be the main focus, and how she’s learned to let it ebb and flow with life.This is a grounded, refreshing conversation about strength, identity, and using fitness as a way to feel like yourself again.Follow Bec over on instagram : @bec.fen 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.

Today we’re joined by Charlie Searle — HYROX competitor, newly announced 247 athlete, and fresh off an incredible Elite 15 debut at the Phoenix Major.Charlie lined up against some of the strongest women in the sport on one of HYROX’s biggest stages and delivered a huge performance, finishing 10th in her first ever Elite 15 race.In this episode, recorded just before she jetted off to Phoenix, we unpack the journey behind that result. From the mindset and nerves going into her Elite 15 debut, to the training, pressure and lessons she’s picked up racing at the highest level. We also talk doubles racing, learning to run her own race, and balancing ambition with recovery as things move fast.If you watched the Phoenix Major and want to know more about the athlete behind the performance — this one’s for you.Follow Charlie over on instagram : @Charlie.searle_ Find her coach too @coachphilmataj Gym @kulturetrainingclubIf 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.

January is loud.New year, new goals, new rules, new trends — especially when it comes to food, body weight and “doing better”.But are any of them actually helping you feel, function and perform better… or are they quietly doing more harm than good?For this January special, sports dietitian Renee McGregor is back on the podcast, and we’re cutting straight through the noise.In this episode, we unpack:Why January might be the worst time to overhaul your nutritionThe real cost of “new year, new me” thinkingWhy weight-focused goals can undermine health, energy and long-term performanceThe growing concerns around weight-loss injections How fixating on one outcome can quietly derail everything elseThis is an honest, grounding conversation for anyone feeling pressure to reset, restrict or chase a body goal this time of year.Follow Renee over on instagram : @r_mcgregor Substack: https://substack.com/@thefuellinereneemcgregorIf 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.

We’re kicking off 2026 the only way that felt right — with Joanna Wietrzyk back on the podcast.Jo was our very first guest of 2025, and since then, her career has gone stratospheric. From racing just a handful of times in Australia to Elite 15 Major wins, world podiums, and now a dream weekend racing on home soil in Melbourne — this season has been next level.In this episode, we dive into what life looks like after winning 2/2 Majorss so far this season! Jo opens up about racing with less pressure, using each event as a learning opportunity, and treating the season as a build towards Worlds. We talk doubles racing with Jess Pettrow — why their partnership works so well, how they read each other mid-race, and why friendship matters just as much as fitness.We also get into:What it’s like racing mixed doubles with Hunter McIntyreRacing fatigued and why Jo actually enjoys itWhy consistency beats chasing shortcutsHow transitions can make or break your raceThe reality of rising competition in HyroxAnd what it really takes to move from rookie to eliteIf you’re setting goals for the year ahead, this episode is a reminder that progress isn’t flashy — it’s built race by race, rep by rep.Happy New Year. Let’s get into it. 🎧Follow Jo over on instagram : @joannawietrzyk YouTube : @joannawietrzykkIf 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.