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Is HYROX the new CrossFit — or just CrossFit with fewer chalk clouds and more running?In this episode, Danny Lehr, Wes Kitts, Wes Piatt, Kenny Santucci, and Alen Kunica debate the future of functional fitness: Is HYROX a rival, an ally, or just CrossFit’s younger, shinier cousin? From programming and community to business models and branding, they unpack whether gyms should embrace both — or pick a lane.Featuring:Danny Lehr — Caffeine & Kilos founder, gym owner, and your friendly moderator who’s gonna ask your opinion… then tell you why you’re wrong.Wes Kitts — 2x Olympian, gym owner, and the strongest guy you know who still hates running.Wes Piatt — CrossFit red shirt, longtime coach’s coach, affiliate owner, and voice of reason when things get spicy.Kenny Santucci — HYROX athlete, CrossFitter, and host of Strong AF Podcast who made the jump from MTV reality TV to functional-fitness authority.Alen Kunica — Owner of CrossFit The Den in Oregon, where CrossFit and HYROX coexist without a turf war.Topics inc