The short answer
A "good" time depends on your division and your goal. For a first race, finishing while managing your pace is already a real achievement. To place yourself, here is what the results say: in Open, the median is 1:27 for men and 1:36 for women. A man finishing in 1:27 is therefore mid-pack, and so is a woman finishing in 1:36.
Open division benchmarks, 2025/26 season
| Open | Median | Average | Top 25% | Top 10% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men | 1:27 | 1:31 | under 1:17 | under 1:10 |
| Women | 1:36 | 1:40 | under 1:26 | under 1:18 |
The average is a bit higher than the median because a few very long times pull the calculation up. To compare yourself, the median is the most telling benchmark.
And in the Pro division?
| Pro | Median | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Men | 1:20 | 1:24 |
| Women | 1:26 | 1:30 |
Note that Pro loads are much heavier (see Hyrox weights by division), so Pro and Open times can't be compared directly. For reference, individual world records are now under 55 minutes.
Performance tiers in Open
Rather than one single time, it's more useful to think in slices of the ranking:
| Position | Open men | Open women |
|---|---|---|
| Top quarter | under 1:17 | under 1:26 |
| Faster half | 1:17 to 1:27 | 1:26 to 1:36 |
| Slower half | 1:27 to 1:41 | 1:36 to 1:50 |
| Back quarter | 1:41 to 1:57 | 1:50 to 2:07 |
Source: official HYROX results for the 2025/26 season (97 events), compiled by kracey.com. Rounded figures, given as benchmarks: they vary by event and season.
How much of the race is running?
Running makes up a little under half of total time. For a median Open man that is around 41 minutes of running over the 8 km, roughly 5:08 per kilometer; for a median woman, about 46 minutes, roughly 5:45 per kilometer. The rest is split between stations and transitions.
These paces are slower than what you'd hold on a fresh 8 km, because every kilometer is run on legs tired by the previous station. We cover this in detail in our article on compromised running.
Setting a realistic goal
- First race: finish without collapsing. The clock is secondary; learning the format is the real value.
- Second race: aim for the slice just above yours rather than an arbitrary time.
- After that: identify the station or transition where you lose the most time and work on it first.
The field is much denser at the front: a few minutes gained between 1:20 and 1:10 pass far more people than the same minutes gained at the back of the ranking. To go further, read how to improve your Hyrox race time and how to analyze your performance.
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Start FreeFAQ
What is a good time for a first Hyrox race?
Finishing while managing your pace is already a very good goal. To place yourself, the Open median is 1:27 for men and 1:36 for women (2025/26 season).
Can you finish under 1:30?
Yes. In Open men, 1:30 is close to the average (1:31). For women, going under 1:30 puts you clearly above the median (1:36).
Do times vary from one race to another?
Yes: venue layout, heat, station flow or crowding can all move finish times. The figures in this article are season-wide benchmarks.
How much of a Hyrox race is spent running?
A little under half of total time: around 41 minutes for a median Open man and 46 minutes for a median Open woman.
Go further
How to improve your Hyrox race timeHyrox pacing: the strategy that avoids the collapseAnalyzing your Hyrox performance Online Hyrox Coach →Personal Hyrox Coaching →This content is provided for informational purposes and does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional or certified coach.