Barrera Saavedra Samuel Hyrox Result

Overall Performance

Samuel Barrera Saavedra had a solid performance in the 2023 Bilbao Hyrox race. He finished with an overall rank of 57, placing him in the top 60% of all athletes. In his age group (35-39), he ranked 15th out of 24 athletes, putting him in the top 62% of his category. He completed the race in a total time of 01:27:42, with a total running time of 00:33:57, which was 07:55 faster than the average for his finish time.

Samuel's best running lap was 00:03:34, which was 00:57 faster than the average for his finish time. Overall, his running performance was strong, with all running segments being faster than the average for his finish time. His total running time of 00:33:57 suggests that he has a runner profile and should focus on improving his strength.

Segments to Improve

1. Sled Pull: Samuel's time of 00:10:57 for the Sled Pull was 05:28 slower than the average for his finish time. To improve this segment, Samuel should focus on building strength in his upper body and core. Exercises such as pull-ups, bent-over rows, and deadlifts can help improve his pulling power. Additionally, practicing proper technique and form during the sled pull will also be beneficial.

2. Wall Balls: Samuel's time of 00:09:15 for the Wall Balls segment was 02:29 slower than the average for his finish time. To improve this segment, Samuel should work on his lower body strength and explosive power. Exercises such as squats, lunges, and box jumps can help improve his leg strength and endurance. Additionally, practicing proper form and technique during wall balls, focusing on efficient movement and accuracy, will also be beneficial.

3. Sled Push: Samuel's time of 00:04:42 for the Sled Push was 01:22 slower than the average for his finish time. To improve this segment, Samuel should focus on building lower body strength and power. Exercises such as squats, deadlifts, and lunges can help improve his leg strength. Additionally, practicing proper technique and form during the sled push, focusing on driving with the legs and maintaining a strong core, will also be beneficial.

4. Farmers Carry: Samuel's time of 00:03:37 for the Farmers Carry was 01:19 slower than the average for his finish time. To improve this segment, Samuel should work on his grip strength and overall upper body strength. Exercises such as farmer's carries, dead hangs, and pull-ups can help improve his grip strength. Additionally, focusing on maintaining a strong posture and efficient movement during the farmers carry will also be beneficial.

5. Sandbag Lunges: Samuel's time of 00:06:13 for the Sandbag Lunges segment was 01:00 slower than the average for his finish time. To improve this segment, Samuel should focus on building lower body strength and stability. Exercises such as lunges, squats, and step-ups can help improve his leg strength and stability. Additionally, practicing proper form and technique during sandbag lunges, focusing on maintaining balance and control, will also be beneficial.

6. Rowing: Samuel's time of 00:05:20 for the Rowing segment was 00:33 slower than the average for his finish time. To improve this segment, Samuel should focus on improving his cardiovascular endurance and rowing technique. Incorporating rowing intervals into his training routine and practicing proper rowing form, focusing on efficient strokes and a strong core, will be beneficial.

7. Ski Erg: Samuel's time of 00:04:44 for the Ski Erg segment was 00:19 slower than the average for his finish time. To improve this segment, Samuel should focus on improving his cardiovascular endurance and upper body strength. Incorporating ski erg intervals into his training routine and working on his upper body strength through exercises such as push-ups, pull-ups, and shoulder presses will be beneficial.

Strategies

- Pacing: Samuel's overall pacing was consistent, with all running segments being faster than the average for his finish time. To maintain this strong pacing, he should continue to focus on maintaining a steady effort throughout the race and avoid going out too fast in the early stages.
- Transition Time: Samuel's roxzone time was 00:05:28, which was 01:28 faster than the average for his finish time. To further improve his transition time, he should work on improving his overall fitness and conditioning, as well as practice efficient and quick transitions between segments.
- Strength Training: Since Samuel has a runner profile, he should prioritize strength training to improve his overall performance. Incorporating exercises such as deadlifts, squats, lunges, and upper body exercises into his training routine will help improve his strength and power.
- Running Training: While Samuel's running performance was strong, he can still benefit from incorporating specific running training into his routine. Focusing on interval training, hill repeats, and tempo runs will help improve his running speed and endurance.

By implementing these training strategies and techniques, Samuel Barrera Saavedra can continue to improve his performance in future Hyrox races.