JOANNA WIETRZYK

Written by: Bree Rizzo

Joanna Wietrzyk, a young Australian student, has quickly become a standout figure in the world of HYROX, showcasing incredible talent and determination. A fitness instructor and online coach, Joanna’s journey started in her Melbourne community, where she was encouraged to give HYROX a try. What followed was nothing short of extraordinary - within just three months, she shattered multiple World and Australian records in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane across the Women’s PRO Singles, Open, and Relay categories.

Now ranked as one of the fastest females in HYROX history and the top Australian competitor, Joanna has firmly established herself as one of the sport’s most elite athletes. She’s earned a coveted spot among the top 15 HYROX athletes worldwide, setting the stage for even greater achievements. This impressive feat has secured Joanna an invitation to the prestigious 2024/25 Invitational Majors in Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Las Vegas, and Glasgow.

In addition to her HYROX success, Joanna has a background in tennis and netball, where she grew up competing fiercely with her older brother in every sport, always aiming to win. She’s currently studying for a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Marketing, and has a daily non-negotiable habit of having overnight oats every morning for breakfast.

With each competition, Joanna continues to break barriers and inspire others to be 1% better every day. Whether she’s smashing records or supporting the HYROX community, Joanna’s determination and positive spirit make her an athlete to watch in the coming years, because she’s just getting started.