Ciaran Parkinson on Coaching, Hyrox and Building Consistent Performers

Fitness Racing Podcast
Written By Jason Curtis

In this episode of The Deadly Dozen Podcast, Ciaran Parkinson, an Elite 15 Hyrox athlete, shares his journey from a lockdown runner to one of the top competitors in fitness racing. Alongside his success in Hyrox, Ciaran also discusses his evolution as a coach, helping others reach their fitness goals. Whether you’re aiming for personal fitness growth or training to compete, Ciaran’s insights are invaluable.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ciaran’s Journey to Hyrox Elite 15: From discovering running in lockdown to achieving success in one of the toughest fitness races.

  • The Power of Consistency in Training: How Ciaran’s consistent approach to fitness helped him break through limits and reach top-tier results.

  • Coaching Insights: How Ciaran’s coaching methods help athletes build strength and stamina for Hyrox and other fitness challenges.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to learn about competitive fitness, coaching, and the role of consistency in training.

Jason Curtis

Jason Curtis is the founder and CEO of the Deadly Dozen, one of the fastest-growing fitness races in the world, expanding to over 20 countries within just 18 months of launch. Building on this explosive growth, Jason opened the Deadly Dozen Institute of Fitness Racing, a pioneering global hub for training, education, research, and innovation designed to shape the future of the sport. The Institute develops world-class training systems, certifies coaches, and drives the evolution of fitness racing to build the next generation of hybrid athletes.

A former British Army Physical Training Instructor, bestselling author of more than twenty books, and one of the UK’s leading strength and conditioning coaches, Jason owned and operated a thriving strength & conditioning gym for over a decade, coaching hundreds of athletes every week. He is also the founder of the SCC Academy, which has educated and certified over 40,000 fitness professionals and enthusiasts worldwide.

Through the Deadly Dozen, the Institute of Fitness Racing, the SCC Academy, and his weekly Podcast, Jason’s mission is to make fitness racing the most accessible, physically rewarding, and transformative sport on the planet; uniting communities, redefining competition, and empowering millions to train, race, and embrace effort—a philosophy he calls Effortism.

Follow Jason on Instagram: @Jason.Curtis.Official

https://www.jasoncurtis.com
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