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Kat Parnell discusses her breakthrough HYROX season and the mindset changes that transformed her performance.

In this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, we chat with Kat Parnell. Kat has enjoyed a breakthrough HYROX season, making multiple Elite 15 appearances and qualifying for the 2026 HYROX World Championships in doubles alongside her long-time friend and racing partner Jade Skillen. But this conversation goes far beyond race results. We discuss the training and mindset changes that helped Kat reach a new level of performance, why she realised she had been overtraining and under-fuelling for years, and how working with a coach has transformed her approach to both training and recovery. We also get into: The concept of "clean fuel" versus "dirty fuel" Why self-worth and performance are often linked in unhealthy ways Recovering from an ACL rupture suffered moments after qualifying in Warsaw What makes her doubles partnership with Jade so effective Carrying the Olympic torch and appearing on Ninja Warrior Learning to enjoy the process rather than chasing validation It’s an honest, thoughtful conversation about performance, identity, mindset, and finding a healthier relationship with sport. 🔗 Subscribe for more episodes 💥 Supporters of this Episode 🏅 MyProtein –…

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