'OneFit Dubai'Launches Dedicated 3-Month HYROX Training Program Ahead of Abu Dhabi Race
With the adrenaline-pumping HYROX Abu Dhabi race returning on July 19, OneFit Dubai is raising the bar for race prep. The premium fitness facility has just launched a three-month, expert-led HYROX training program, seamlessly integrated into its weekly HYROX classes — and it's open to all fitness levels.
From now until race day, OneFit will offer three structured HYROX sessions per week, each designed to help participants train smarter, build strength, and unlock peak performance. Whether it's your first HYROX race or you're chasing a new personal best, this program has been built to push limits in a supportive, high-energy environment.
The best part? No membership required. Anyone can join by purchasing a class pack and booking through this link: https://bit.ly/3Ol6Peg
This is more than just a fitness class — it's a race-day game plan, a community of grinders, and a space where you'll level up every week.
Get ready to race. HYROX is calling. And OneFit is how you answer.
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