Overall Performance
Helma Dokkum had a strong performance in the 2023 Amsterdam Hyrox race, finishing with an overall rank of 31 out of 149 athletes, which places her in the top 20% of participants. In her age group (30-34), she achieved a rank of 9 out of 35 athletes, putting her in the top 25%. Her overall time was 01:41:56, and her total running time was 00:49:29, which was 21 seconds slower than the average time.
Helma showed particular strength in the Running 1 segment, completing it in 00:04:20, which was 01:04 faster than the average time. She also performed well in the Ski Erg and Running 2 segments, finishing them 00:13 and 00:03 faster than the average time, respectively. Her best running lap was 00:04:20.
Segments to Improve
Based on the splits analysis, the segments where Helma lost the most time were Wall Balls, Farmers Carry, Sled Pull, Running 8, and the total running time.
To improve her performance in the Wall Balls segment, Helma should focus on improving her strength and technique in this exercise. She can incorporate exercises such as squats, lunges, and shoulder presses to build the necessary strength. Additionally, practicing proper form and efficiency in performing wall balls can help her complete the segment faster.
For the Farmers Carry segment, Helma should work on improving her grip strength and overall strength. Exercises such as farmer's walks, deadlifts, and bent-over rows can help build the necessary strength and endurance for this segment.
In the Sled Pull segment, Helma should focus on improving her speed and technique. Incorporating exercises such as sled pushes, deadlifts, and hamstring curls can help improve her strength and power in pulling the sled. Working on proper form and technique, including using the legs and hips effectively, can also help her perform this segment more efficiently.
To improve her performance in the Running 8 segment, Helma should focus on improving her running endurance and speed. Incorporating interval training, hill sprints, and tempo runs can help improve her overall running performance. Additionally, working on her running form and efficiency can also contribute to better times in this segment.
To improve her overall running performance, Helma should focus on increasing her running endurance and speed. This can be achieved through a combination of interval training, long runs, and tempo runs. Incorporating strength training exercises that target the lower body, such as squats, lunges, and plyometric exercises, can also help improve her running performance.
Strategies
During the race, Helma should focus on maintaining a consistent pace and not starting too fast, as this can lead to fatigue later in the race. She should also pay attention to her transitions in the roxzone, aiming to minimize the time spent resting and transitioning between exercises.
In terms of pacing, Helma should aim to maintain a steady effort throughout the race, ensuring that she doesn't push too hard and burn out early. It may be beneficial for her to start slightly slower and gradually increase her effort as the race progresses.
In terms of her profile, Helma seems to have a hybrid profile, performing well in both running and strength-based segments. However, she could benefit from focusing on improving her strength and endurance in the segments where she lost the most time, such as Wall Balls, Farmers Carry, and Sled Pull.
Overall, Helma had a strong performance in the 2023 Amsterdam Hyrox race, showcasing her abilities in both running and strength-based segments. By implementing the suggested training strategies and techniques, she can further improve her performance and continue to excel in future races.