Guide · For HYROX training
Electrolytes for HYROX training
Training for a HYROX event means running plus gym stations, often in a warm room. That means sweat. Here is a simple electrolyte routine for training and race day.
For HYROX training, keep it simple: one scoop of Lula in a 500 ml to 750 ml bottle of cold water, sipped through a sweaty session, with plain water alongside. Or take your daily scoop after training in a big ice-cold glass. On race day, use only what you have tried in training. Lula has no caffeine and is not a pre-workout.
- A HYROX event combines running with workout stations such as sled pushes, rowing and wall balls.
- One scoop a day. Keep plain water to hand for double sessions.
- Lula is an independent UK brand. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by HYROX. HYROX is a trademark of its owner and is used here only to describe the event.
Around training sessions
HYROX training blends running with strength and conditioning, usually indoors. Warm gyms, little airflow and long efforts are a recipe for a lot of sweat. Sweat carries sodium out with the water, and how much varies a lot between people.
- During a session: one scoop in a 500 ml to 750 ml bottle of cold water. Sip between stations and runs.
- Double sessions or hot gyms: keep a second bottle of plain water. Lula is one scoop a day.
- After training: one scoop in 750 ml to 1 litre of ice-cold water is another way to take your daily serve.
The gym bag
A simple gym-bag kit
A sealed bottle
A leak-proof shaker or bottle. Mix at home, or carry the scoop of powder dry and add water at the gym.
Plain water too
A second bottle of water for long or double sessions.
Your usual food
Lula has 7.7 kcal a scoop. It is not fuel, so eat as you normally would.
Race-day tips
- Nothing new on race day. Try Lula in training first, at the same strength you plan to use.
- Mix before you travel. A sealed, ice-cold bottle is easiest in a busy venue.
- Mind the caffeine elsewhere. Lula has none, so it will not add to any coffee or pre-workout you already use.
- Keep to one scoop. Drink plain water as well, to thirst.
An independent guide
Lula is an independent UK brand. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by HYROX. HYROX is a trademark of its owner and is used here only to describe the event.
We wrote this guide because plenty of people training for these events ask about electrolytes. It covers how to use Lula around training. It makes no claims about race results or training outcomes.
In your bottle
What is in a scoop
One 6.5 g scoop. Every amount on the label, in plain sight.
from pink Himalayan salt1,000 mg42%The electrolyte you sweat out most
potassium citrate250 mg13%Sodium's partner mineral
magnesium citrate75 mg20%Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function. Magnesium contributes to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
calcium citrate50 mg6%An electrolyte mineral in the blend
taurine, glycine, alanine1.2 gn/a500 mg taurine · 450 mg glycine · 250 mg alanine
sweetened with stevia0.17 gsugarsNo added sugar · 7.7 kcal · no caffeine
Good to know
Questions, answered
Do I need electrolytes for HYROX training?
Not for every session. On sweaty sessions in warm gyms, many people add an electrolyte drink alongside water, because sweat carries sodium. Keep to the label dose.
When should I drink electrolytes for HYROX?
Sip a bottle through a sweaty session, or take your daily scoop afterwards. On race day, use only what you have already tried in training.
Is Lula a pre-workout?
No. There is no caffeine and no stimulants. It is an electrolyte drink.
How much sodium does a scoop have?
1,000 mg per 6.5 g scoop.
Can I use it every day while training?
Yes, one scoop a day, as on the label.
Is it suitable for vegans?
Yes. Vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free.
Is Lula connected with HYROX?
No. Lula is an independent UK brand. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by HYROX.
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