About this episode

Vivian Tafuto discusses her experiences in HYROX, including record-breaking performances and balancing her athletic career with a full-time job.

In this episode of the Rox Lyfe podcast, I’m joined by Vivian Tafuto - one of the most consistent performers on the Elite 15 circuit. Vivian opened the season with a huge PB and 2nd place finish in Hamburg, followed it up with another podium in Phoenix, and has twice broken the HYROX Pro Doubles World Record alongside Lauren Weeks. All while working full-time as an actuary. We dive into what’s changed in her training, how she overcooked her volume before Worlds last year, and why she now believes doing slightly less might actually unlock more performance. We also discuss: Why she runs slower than ever on easy days The mindset shift that’s helping her close the gap to the very top What racing doubles has mentally unlocked for her singles performance Burpee pacing, lunge confidence, and why wall balls shouldn’t scare you How she balances Elite 15 racing with a full-time career Vivian is open about pressure, expectations, and learning to separate happiness from race results. It’s a thoughtful, honest conversation with one of the sport’s smartest competitors. If you’re chasing progression in HYROX - whether you’re aiming for a podium or your first sub-70 - there’s plenty in here you…

People in this episode

Host: Greg Williams

Guest: Vivian Tafuto

Topics covered

• HYROX
• elite performance
• training strategies
• work-life balance
• mindset
• record breaking

Keywords

• HYROX
• Vivian Tafuto
• elite racing
• training volume
• mindset shift
• burpee pacing
• work-life balance
• world records

Sponsors

MyProtein

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lauren Weeks

Places: Hamburg, Phoenix, Worlds

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