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Khaleej Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Abu Dhabi to host UAE's first Hyrox event — here's what to wear to it and why
This weekend, thousands of the UAE's fitness fans will descend on the capital's Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre for the emirate's first Hyrox event. The fitness race tests speed, stamina, endurance and — let's be honest — how fierce you can look in an Instagram post, while pushing a 100kg sled down a 50m track. Fuelled by social media arguably as much as amino acids, Hyrox might be billed as showing off what your muscles can achieve, but it's as much about showing off your actual muscles. In Australia, men have run (and won) the event in Speedo-style swim briefs. I'm not sanctioning such skimpy displays of strength in Abu Dhabi; however, that doesn't mean that participants can't elevate their Hyrox style to the height of their wall ball throws. With 8K of running interspersing the workout stations, functionality is as important as fashion when it comes to race day style, but there's no reason you should compromise on either. Here are my top fitness race buys to get your pulse racing: DATA ON POINT I've worn a Whoop since 2020 — incidentally, the same year the wearable fitness device alerted me to having Covid days before a test confirmed it. Early iterations of the screen-free wearable tracked strain, recovery, and sleep in granular detail. This year, Whoop's 5.0 edition adds ageing, heart rhythm, and blood pressure metrics for, arguably, the most accurate longevity-optimising personal data commercially available. The device operates on a subscription model, costing Dh1,379 a year for Whoop's top-tier Life membership, which offers all the new features. Sweat in one of the standard knit bands, then switch for a leather style to lift your fitness look outside of the gym. SPEED SHOES With a Hyrox race incorporating running, strength and agility, you'll need a shoe that's lightweight, stable and teched-up to give you a time advantage. Some long-distance running shoes might be too bouncy for corner turns and won't offer enough stability for the sandbag lunges or hold traction on the sled stations, while a CrossFit-style shoe is likely too stiff for the runs. Puma, an official Hyrox partner, has engineered its Deviate Nitro 3 shoes specifically for the demands of a Hyrox race. The Elite edition features a full-length carbon plate to propel you through the eight 1k runs, and frankly, I'd take all the help I could get. ATHLETIC AI Okay, so you can't get artificial intelligence (AI) to go to the gym for you, but we are starting to see how it will be harnessed in the fitness arena. Oakley's new athletically-styled Meta HSTN glasses play motivational music via the open-ear speakers, record race videos hands-free (and post them to your Stories), while its in-built AI assistant answers questions about your pace and performance. Think of them as the most personal of trainers. FIT KIT The average Hyrox competitor takes around an hour and a half to complete the course, so your outfit needs to last the distance (and look good on the winner's podium). Dubai-based brand Allez Kit's hybrid workout top combines strong built-in support (no need for a separate sports bra), cooling fabric and a compressive construction to propel performance, and was designed specifically for the combination of speed and strength that Hyrox entails. Elaf Jamal wore it to take first place in the Hyrox Sharjah women's over 40s open doubles earlier this year, and says: 'I felt like the prettiest woman in the world.' Also, one of the fastest. Puma's Hyrox-branded Cloudspun 3' shorts are a neat way to finish the look, and monochrome styling matches the black-and-white winners' flags. FASHION FLEX There are gym bags, and then there is Saint Laurent's jacquard logo duffle bag. Its sporty styling is offset with an unapologetically bold logo that semaphores a fusion of fashion and fitness. Just don't let your electrolyte drink leak all over the reassuringly expensive interior. HEALTH GOALS Launched earlier this year to a flurry of Blend it Like Beckham headlines, IM8's one-and-done daily supplement boasts 92 ingredients, was co-founded by David Beckham, and developed with experts from the Mayo Clinic, NASA, and the University of Oxford. Intended to replace the multitude of supplements that biohackers (and Beckham) find themselves knocking back each day, the powdered drink covers all the essentials, from hydration to gut health. Also athlete-backed, and with US military contracts to boot, Momentous's 'Fuel' sachets provide a carb and electrolyte mix for workouts lasting over 60 minutes. HAUTE HYDRATION The most photogenic Hyrox race in the world took place in Paris's Grand Palais earlier this year, with competitors bathed in dappled sunlight filtering through the glass dome roof. Abu Dhabi, in July, may not be quite as compatible with the elements, but for a piece of je ne sais quoi along the course, Dior's 'Plan de Paris' water bottle maps out the city's streets, so while you're battling through the Farmer's Carry you can imagine the 16kg kettlebells are actually shopping bags laden with couture. PODIUM FINISH The women's Euros footballers favour a high pony, but the hairstyle of choice for Hyrox-style fitness races is a double French braid, which has the benefits of looking fierce, while staying put throughout gruelling exertion, impermeable to sweat. The fitness pros I know swear by Slick Stick as an alt to hairspray and kirby grips; a neat mascara wand for your hair that tames flyaways and keeps hairlines sleek and polished. To boost energy and support cell growth, a spoonful of Cymbiotika's Liposomal Vitamin B12 and B6 will rev up your reps, and once you've crossed the finish line a spray of The Neu Co.'s Magnesium Ease counteracts the build-up of lactic acid and calcium, ensuring post-race recovery.
Gizmodo
7 days ago
- Gizmodo
Apple Watch Series 10 Stays Discounted Post-Prime Day, With Low Stock and Lower Prices Than Black Friday
Keeping track of life's little details can feel like spinning plates. You silence a meeting reminder, check your heart rate after a quick jog, then try to remember where you left your phone. A smartwatch pulls those scattered tasks into one wrist tap, and the Apple Watch Series 10 GPS model does it with the familiar polish Apple fans love. It shows texts at a glance, counts steps without fuss, and slips under a shirt cuff in time for dinner out. Head over to Amazon to get the Apple Watch Series 10 GPS 42mm case Smartwatch for just $299, down from its usual price of $399. That's a discount of $100 and 25% off. See at Amazon First impression: the screen is bright enough to banish squinting on sunny afternoons yet gentle on battery life. Raise your wrist and the always‑on display greets you with the hour, closing ring progress, or whatever custom face you pick from the growing gallery. The case feels light, more like a bracelet than a gadget, which makes all‑day wear easy during work, errands, and a quick lap around the block before bed. Notifications arrive with a soft tap that is easy to feel but won't startle you in a quiet classroom. Reply to a text with a quick voice dictate or dismiss that group chat when you need focus. If you misplace your iPhone between couch cushions again, a single swipe triggers a ping so loud the search ends in seconds. Little conveniences pile up quickly. Fitness fans will appreciate the upgraded sensor stack that tracks runs, swims, and even mindful breathing sessions. GPS locks on fast, so outdoor walks record accurate routes without waiting on a signal. At night, sleep tracking kicks in automatically, and the next morning you wake to a gentle summary of hours slept and heart rate trends. Pair the watch with Bluetooth earbuds and leave the phone at home while you chase negative splits or simply stroll the neighborhood birdsong. Battery life stretches beyond a full day for most users, and a quick magnetic charge before shower time brings it back to full strength. With water resistance for laps at the pool and fall detection that can send help if needed, the watch carries quiet peace of mind along with its tech tricks. The Apple Watch Series 10 GPS 42mm case Smartwatch is still available for $299 at Amazon, a tidy savings compared with the regular $399 price. See at Amazon
