ShanghaiMay 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On the morning of May 16, a long queue had already formed at the entrance of the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center.
This was the largest HYROX event since its entry into China — with over 10,000 registered participants and more than 7,000 spectators flooding the venue. Some were competing for the third time, others traveled specifically from other cities, and a few met on-site for the first time, agreeing to form a team together next time.
For DeltaHealth, this marked the second consecutive year it stood behind the event as an official partner.
Beyond the Arena: The DeltaHealth Medical Team on Constant Guard
While athletes gave their all on the track, the DeltaHealth medical team stood watch tirelessly off it.
HYROX’s grueling nature lies in its relentless challenge to cardiovascular function — 8 kilometers of running interspersed with 8 functional exercises, pushing heart rates to oscillate between fast and faster. Whether the heart can withstand the strain is a question every participant must face.
The medical team deployed by DeltaHealth remained vigilant throughout the two days. Before the race, they provided scientific warm-up guidance to help athletes start in optimal condition; during the race, they closely monitored the dynamics, ready to respond to any emergencies at a moment’s notice.
In large-scale events, the most common issues athletes face are muscle cramps, dehydration, exercise-induced hypoglycemia, and post-race dizziness or nausea. The DeltaHealth team had comprehensive contingency plans in place. When a participant suffered severe muscle cramps after the race, a rehabilitation therapist crouched down and stretched them for over ten minutes; another athlete, feeling unwell due to dehydration, received immediate fluid support from medical staff; a competitor experiencing chest tightness after the final sprint was quickly guided to the medical area for heart rate assessment.
These moments may not have been captured by cameras, but they were precisely what underpinned the “sense of security” for an event with tens of thousands of participants.
The DeltaHealth Booth: The Athletes’ “First Stop After the Race”
If the arena was the main battlefield, the DeltaHealth booth was the athletes’ “second stop.”
After finishing, many participants didn’t leave immediately. Instead, dragging their still-trembling legs, they headed straight for the DeltaHealth booth. There, the team had prepared custom velcro patches and canvas bags, which many recipients promptly attached to their race bags.
The rehabilitation area was the liveliest spot.
Before the race, therapists crouched down to apply kinesiology tape to athletes — shoulders, lower back, knees, wherever needed. One participant joked: “With this tape, I feel like I can go 5 seconds faster.” The therapist replied with a smile: “Finishing safely is what matters most.”
After the race, the rehabilitation beds in the area were almost never empty. Some winced in pain, while others stood up after treatment exclaiming “so much better.” The therapists’ hands barely stopped; over the two days, more than 200 participants received pre-race taping or post-race rehabilitation here.
A crowd also gathered around the booth — not for rehabilitation, but to ask questions. “What heart rate should I aim for during exercise?” “Can I run HYROX with high blood pressure?” “How should I warm up before the race?” The DeltaHealth medical team answered each one. The “thank you” many said as they left was much quieter than the cheers at the finish line, but just as genuine.
Over the two days, more than 500 people stopped by the DeltaHealth booth. Some left with a custom velcro patch and canvas bag, others with a finisher photo, and still others with a new understanding of exercise safety.
They Came
The DeltaHealth booth also welcomed several familiar visitors.
HYROX Elite Group China’s No. 1, Wang Ren, CBA star Sonny Weems, basketball technique video blogger Zeng Tiantian, and renowned fitness expert Teacher Mark (Mark) — they did the same as ordinary participants: came to the booth before the race for temporary tattoos and completed rehabilitation stretches afterward. The DeltaHealth team cheered them on from the sidelines, and they, in turn, captured moments of the booth with their cameras.
Their presence added a layer of endorsement from sports figures to the DeltaHealth booth. Not just “showing up,” but truly participating.
Beyond a Single Event
First collaboration in 2025, joining hands again in 2026.
From booth setup to material preparation, from medical staff scheduling to rehabilitation services, DeltaHealth’s approach to this event has never been merely about “sponsorship.”
Leveraging its specialized cardiovascular focus, multidisciplinary team, and international service standards, DeltaHealth is extending professional sports medical support from the arena into everyday life.
The first race of the 2026 HYROX Shanghai has concluded. But those participants queuing at the booth, the figures stretching in the rehabilitation area, the peace signs flashed in front of cameras — these moments have been preserved in photo albums and etched into DeltaHealth’s event calendar.
See you at the Shanghai stop in the second half of the year.
Written After the Race
The Most Frequently Asked Questions at the Booth
Over the two days, the medical staff at the booth fielded hundreds of questions. Some were asked repeatedly, indicating they are common concerns for many sports enthusiasts.
We’ve compiled them here — not as standard, lengthy educational articles, but as the issues athletes truly care about.
Q: During exercise, what symptoms mean I should stop immediately?
Chest tightness, unexplained shortness of breath, dizziness or blacking out, a sudden “irregular” heartbeat, weakness in one limb, nausea with cold sweats and extreme fatigue — these are not things you can “push through.”
High-intensity exercise does not mean zero risk. Knowing when to stop is the key to going further.
Q: What heart rate range should I aim for?
There’s a simple formula: 220 – Age = Maximum Heart Rate.
For example, a 35-year-old has a maximum heart rate of about 185 bpm. It’s recommended not to exceed 148 bpm (80%) for extended periods.
More specifically, under normal circumstances:
- Daily Zone: 60%-70% — suitable for brisk walking, aerobic exercise
- Challenge Zone: 70%-85% — improves cardiovascular endurance
- Danger Zone: Sustained above 85%, accompanied by discomfort symptoms
Heart rate isn’t about going as high as possible. Staying within a scientific range allows you to run further.
Q: What check-ups should I do before a race?
Many participants ask this, showing a growing awareness of exercise safety.
DeltaHealth recommends focusing on these:
- Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) — assesses your heart’s actual performance under exercise load; determines what intensity your heart can handle
- Echocardiogram — examines heart structure and valve function in one go
- Holter Monitor/Myocardial Enzymes/Blood Lipids & Glucose — screens for “invisible” issues
Pre-race screening is the greatest responsibility you can take for yourself.
Q: Why is listening to your body more important than listening to “Keep going!”?
Because your body doesn’t lie.
Chest tightness, palpitations, unusual fatigue, dizziness, nausea, difficulty breathing… These signals aren’t telling you to “push through”; they’re reminders to stop.
Pre-race screening is the greatest responsibility you can take for yourself. Listening to your body is more important than listening to “Keep going!”
Here’s What’s Coming Next —
HYROX Educational Series Launching Soon
A comprehensive set of exercise heart safety knowledge, personally delivered by DeltaHealth’s Vice President and Director of Cardiology, Professor Jin Zening, to help you prepare scientifically.
More Interactions with Wang Ren
HYROX Elite Group China’s No. 1, Wang Ren, will collaborate deeply with DeltaHealth: challenge events, training camps, online and offline interactions… His training methods, track experience, and exercise insights will all be shared with you.
Joint Events, Stay Tuned
DeltaHealth’s partnership with HYROX goes beyond medical support. More joint events and challenge activities are in the works. At the Shanghai stop in the second half of the year, let’s witness new possibilities together.
More Athlete Benefits
Customized training plans from DeltaHealth, exclusive health assessments for participants, pre-race screening discounts… Follow the DeltaHealth Hospital official account to get the latest updates.