Overall Performance:
Wilkes Jonathan and Dugdale Kathryn, you both crushed it out there in the 2024 Melbourne Hyrox Doubles Mixed event! Finishing with an overall time of 01:23:22 puts you in the top 26% of a competitive field of 1116 athletes, and hitting 151 in your age group is no small featâtop 30% of 497 athletes! Thatâs something to be proud of! đȘ
Now, letâs talk about your running profile. With a total running time of 00:46:33, which is a solid 00:42 faster than average, itâs clear you have a runner's edge. However, your pacing showed a bit of inconsistency, especially in the first running segment where you were 00:21 slower than average. This indicates that you mightâve started out a bit too conservatively or just needed a little more warm-up to hit that rhythm. You have potential to dominate both running and strength, so letâs harness that hybrid power!
Segments to Improve:
1. Sandbag Lunges: This was your slowest segment, clocking in at 00:04:33 and ranking in the 77th percentile. To turn this around, we need to focus on technique and endurance. Hereâs the game plan:
- Technique Work: Start with bodyweight lunges to perfect your form. Pay attention to your knee alignmentâkeep it behind your toes to avoid injury. Once youâre comfortable, gradually add weight with a sandbag.
- Strength Training: Incorporate heavy lunges into your routine. Aim for 3 sets of 8-10 reps per leg, focusing on controlled movements. You can do these with a barbell or kettlebells to build that explosive strength.
- Endurance Conditioning: Add a âLunge and Runâ workout once a week. Alternate between 30 seconds of lunges and 30 seconds of a fast-paced jog for 10 rounds. This will help your legs adapt to the fatigue of a Hyrox event.
2. Roxzone Transition Time: Your roxzone time was 00:08:59, which is 01:54 slower than average. This indicates that you might be losing precious seconds during transitions. To improve this, consider the following:
- Practice Transitions: Set up mock transitions during training. Move quickly between exercises, focusing on speed and efficiency. Time yourself and aim to reduce that time by at least 10% each week.
- Overall Fitness:: Work on your cardiovascular endurance with HIIT workouts. Incorporate exercises like burpees or jump squats in between running intervals to simulate the race environment.
Race Strategies:
1. Pacing: Start strong but donât go all out in the first running segment. Aim for a pace that allows you to feel comfortable, then gradually increase your speed as you get into the rhythm. Remember, itâs a marathon, not a sprintâunless your name is Usain Bolt! đ
2. Communication: In doubles, communication with Kathryn is key. Establish a signal for when to switch or if one of you is feeling fatigued. This teamwork will help you maintain a steady flow throughout the race.
3. Visualize Success: Before the race, take a moment to visualize each segment. Picture yourself moving seamlessly between exercises and transitions. This mental rehearsal can boost your performance on race day!
Conclusion:
Wilkes and Kathryn, you have the makings of a formidable team! With a little fine-tuning and dedication, you can transform your weaknesses into strengths. Remember, âThe only way to achieve the impossible is to believe it is possible.â - Charles Kingsleigh. Keep pushing those limits, and donât be afraid to embrace the grind! đ„
And hey, if at first you donât succeed, just remember: even a cheetah has to practice its speed! đ Keep training hard, and letâs get ready to rock the next event! You got this!
Yours in strength and sweat, The Rox-Coach