Rowing station in Hyrox

All stations / Station 5

Hyrox Rowing technique & tips

1000 metres on a Concept2 rower. Full-body effort that tests your aerobic engine. Efficient technique here saves energy for the final three stations.

1000mDistance / reps
5/8Station
Legs, back, armsPrimary muscles
3:45–5:00Target time
Rowing movementGIF coming soon

Watch: Rowing Technique for Hyrox

Technique

Do this

  • Legs → back → arms on the drive
  • Arms → back → legs on the recovery
  • Push through your heels
  • Smooth and powerful beats fast and choppy

Avoid this

  • Pulling with arms before legs finish driving
  • Damper too high (5–7 is optimal)
  • Rushing the recovery — that’s your rest

Quick tips

1

Damper setting 5–7 for best efficiency

2

Stroke rate 24–28 per minute

3

Negative split: first 500m 3–5 sec slower than second

Pacing targets

Beginner5:00–6:30
Intermediate3:45–5:00
Advanced< 3:45

Common questions

What is a good Hyrox rowing time?

Beginners: 5:00–6:30. Intermediate: 3:45–5:00. Competitive: under 3:45. Remember, this is mid-race — your fresh time will be faster.

What damper setting for Hyrox rowing?

Most athletes perform best at 5–7. Higher settings just tire you out faster without adding power.

How do I stop my legs burning on the rower?

Train rowing after running to build tolerance. During the race, focus on a smooth drive and don’t over-compress at the catch.

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