Higgins Stephen Hyrox Result

Overall Performance:

Stephen Higgins demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Paris HYROX race. His overall rank was 146, placing him in the top 56% of 259 athletes. His rank within his age group (40-44) was 15, placing him in the top 60% of 25 athletes. Stephen showcased a notable strength in running, finishing the total running time at 00:43:12, which is 02:15 faster than the average. His best running lap was 00:04:49. His performance was consistent, with faster than average times in almost all running sections. This suggests that Stephen has a runner profile and that his pacing was balanced, starting off with a strong pace that he managed to maintain throughout the race. However, his roxzone time was 00:28 slower than average, indicating a need for improvement in transition times and overall fitness.

Segments to Improve:

The segments that require the most attention for improvement are Wall Balls, Sandbag Lunges, Burpees Broad Jump, Roxzone, and Sled Push.

• Wall Balls: Stephen's time was 04:20 slower than average. He needs to work on his endurance and strength. Training should include wall ball drills, focusing on form and technique. Squat depth, power, and accuracy in throwing the ball should be emphasized. Incorporating weightlifting exercises like thrusters and kettlebell swings could enhance overall strength and stamina.
• Sandbag Lunges: His time was 00:54 slower than average. To improve, he should incorporate more functional training into his routine. Lunges with resistance, weighted step-ups, and Bulgarian split squats can help improve leg strength, balance, and endurance.
• Burpees Broad Jump: He was 00:42 slower than average. This suggests a need for improvement in explosive power and cardiovascular endurance. Plyometric exercises, such as box jumps and burpee variations, can help boost explosive strength. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) can also be beneficial for enhancing cardiovascular endurance.
• Roxzone: He was 00:28 slower than average. To improve transition time, Stephen should practice interval training with short recovery periods. This could help improve his overall fitness level and ability to recover quickly between exercises.
• Sled Push: His time was 00:13 slower than average. Training should include exercises that build lower body strength and power, like squats, deadlifts, and tire flips. Practicing sled push drills with varying weights can also be helpful.

Race Strategies:

In future races, Stephen should focus on maintaining his strong pace in running segments while conserving enough energy for strength-based exercises. He should work on his transitions between exercises to minimize roxzone time. It could be beneficial to practice running after strength exercises to better prepare for compromised running scenarios during the race. Additionally, focusing on proper form and technique during high-intensity segments can help prevent fatigue and maintain performance throughout the race.