Overall Performance
- Tessa Verdonck performed well in the HYROX race in Amsterdam, finishing in the top 10% of 778 athletes. She also achieved a top 14% rank in her age group.
- Her overall time of 01:27:26 was commendable, but there are areas where she can improve to enhance her performance.
- Tessa's total running time of 00:46:39 was 03:04 slower than the average, indicating that she may benefit from improving her running abilities.
- However, her best running lap of 00:05:08 was faster than average, suggesting that she has potential in this area.
Segments to Improve
1. Run Total: Tessa lost the most time in this segment. To improve, she should focus on increasing her overall fitness and working on her transition time between exercise zones (roxzone). Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and plyometric exercises can improve her cardiovascular endurance and speed. Additionally, practicing quick transitions between exercises will help minimize time lost.
2. Running 8: Tessa struggled in this running segment, losing 00:34 more than the average time. She should focus on endurance training and incorporating longer distance runs into her training routine. Tempo runs, hill sprints, and interval training can also help improve her overall running performance.
3. Sled Push: Tessa lost 00:29 more time than the average in this segment. To improve, she can focus on building strength and power in her lower body. Exercises such as squats, lunges, deadlifts, and sled pushes can help improve her performance in this segment. Additionally, she should work on her technique to ensure proper form and maximize efficiency.
4. Best Lap: Although Tessa had a faster running lap than the average, there is still room for improvement. Incorporating speed workouts such as interval training, fartlek runs, and tempo runs can help improve her speed and pacing. Working on her running form and stride length can also contribute to better lap times.
5. Running 1, 6, and 7: Tessa lost time in these running segments as well. To improve, she should focus on building endurance and speed. Incorporating interval training, hill sprints, and tempo runs can help improve her overall running performance in these segments. Practicing proper running form and technique will also contribute to better times.
6. Farmers Carry: Tessa lost 00:15 more time than the average in this segment. To improve, she should focus on building upper body and grip strength. Exercises such as farmer's carries, pull-ups, rows, and deadlifts can help improve her performance in this segment. Additionally, practicing proper grip technique and grip strength exercises will enhance her efficiency during the carry.
Strategies
- Tessa should focus on maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race. Pacing herself too fast in the beginning can lead to fatigue later on. Implementing a negative split strategy, where she gradually increases her pace throughout the race, can help optimize her performance.
- She should also focus on efficient transitions between exercise zones (roxzone). Practicing quick and smooth transitions during training will help minimize time lost during the race.
- Tessa should prioritize her strengths while also working on improving her weaknesses. Balancing her training to enhance both her running and strength abilities will lead to overall better performance in future races.