Overall Performance
Noelia Prez Tur had a strong performance in the 2023 World Championships Hyrox race. She finished with an overall rank of 90, which puts her in the top 11% of 763 athletes. In her age group (35-39), she ranked 17th, placing her in the top 12% of 138 athletes. Her overall time was 01:16:32, with a total running time of 00:38:58, which was 00:31 slower than average.
Noelia's best running lap was 00:03:36, which was 00:45 faster than average. She showed strength and speed in this segment. However, her performance in other segments such as the Sled Push, Sled Pull, Wall Balls, Sandbag Lunges, and Running 7 was slower than average, indicating areas for improvement.
Segments to Improve
1. Sled Push: Noelia's time of 00:03:43 was 01:00 slower than average. To improve in this segment, she should focus on building strength and power in her legs and upper body. Exercises such as squats, deadlifts, and push-ups can help improve her performance. Additionally, practicing proper sled pushing technique, including driving through the legs and maintaining a strong core, will also be beneficial.
2. Wall Balls: Noelia's time of 00:04:45 was 00:57 slower than average. To improve in this segment, she should work on both upper body and lower body strength. Exercises such as thrusters, front squats, and medicine ball slams can help improve her wall ball performance. Additionally, focusing on explosiveness and accuracy in her throws will also be beneficial.
3. Sandbag Lunges: Noelia's time of 00:04:28 was 00:34 slower than average. To improve in this segment, she should focus on building strength and stability in her legs and core. Exercises such as walking lunges, Bulgarian split squats, and farmer's carries can help improve her sandbag lunge performance. Additionally, practicing maintaining proper form and balance during the lunges will also be beneficial.
4. Sled Pull: Noelia's time of 00:05:30 was 00:33 slower than average. To improve in this segment, she should focus on building strength and power in her legs and upper body. Exercises such as deadlifts, bent-over rows, and pull-ups can help improve her sled pull performance. Additionally, practicing maintaining a strong posture and using her legs to drive the movement will also be beneficial.
5. Running 7: Noelia's time of 00:05:14 was 00:12 slower than average. To improve her running performance, she should focus on building endurance and speed. Incorporating interval training, such as sprints and tempo runs, into her training routine can help improve her running 7 performance. Additionally, working on proper running form and technique, including maintaining a relaxed posture and efficient stride, will also be beneficial.
Strategies
To improve overall performance in future races, Noelia should consider the following strategies:
1. Pacing: Noelia should focus on maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race. It is important for her to avoid starting too fast and burning out early. By pacing herself well, she can ensure that she has enough energy to perform well in all segments.
2. Transition Time: Noelia should work on improving her transition time in the roxzone. By being efficient and quick in transitioning between segments, she can minimize time lost and maintain momentum throughout the race.
3. Strength Training: Noelia should incorporate strength training exercises into her training routine. By improving her overall strength, she can perform better in segments that require strength, such as the Sled Push, Sled Pull, and Wall Balls.
4. Running Training: Noelia should also focus on improving her running performance. By incorporating interval training, tempo runs, and endurance runs into her training routine, she can improve her speed and endurance in the running segments of the race.
Overall, Noelia had a strong performance in the 2023 World Championships Hyrox race. By focusing on improving her performance in the identified segments and implementing the suggested training strategies, she can further enhance her performance in future races.