Overall Performance
Chloe Broad had a strong performance in the 2023 Dublin Hyrox race, finishing with an overall rank of 277, which places her in the top 24% of all athletes. In her age group (25-29), she ranked 57th, placing her in the top 33% of competitors. Her overall time of 01:48:53 was impressive, with a total running time of 00:48:42, which was 05:10 faster than the average. Chloe's best running lap was completed in 00:03:52.
Based on the splits analysis, Chloe performed exceptionally well in several segments, including Running 1 (01:40 faster than average), Running 2 (00:34 faster than average), Sled Push (00:09 faster than average), Running 4 (00:47 faster than average), Burpees Broad Jump (00:41 faster than average), Running 5 (00:42 faster than average), Running 6 (00:41 faster than average), Running 7 (00:31 faster than average), Sandbag Lunges (00:33 faster than average), and Running 8 (01:18 faster than average).
Segments to Improve
1. Wall Balls: Chloe's time of 00:11:22 was 05:13 slower than the average. To improve this segment, she should focus on building strength and power in her legs and upper body. Exercises such as squats, lunges, and shoulder presses can help improve her performance in wall balls. Additionally, practicing proper technique and form, including using the legs to generate power and maintaining a consistent rhythm, will be beneficial.
2. Sled Pull: Chloe's time of 00:09:20 was 01:55 slower than the average. To improve in this segment, she should focus on improving her pulling strength and technique. Exercises such as deadlifts, rows, and sled pulls can help strengthen the muscles involved in the sled pull. Additionally, practicing proper body positioning and using efficient pulling techniques, such as engaging the lats and driving through the legs, will contribute to improved performance.
3. Ski Erg: Chloe's time of 00:06:31 was 01:04 slower than the average. To improve in this segment, she should focus on improving her cardiovascular endurance and efficiency on the Ski Erg. Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts and longer endurance sessions on the Ski Erg can help improve her performance. Additionally, focusing on maintaining proper technique, including a strong core and efficient arm and leg movements, will be beneficial.
4. Rowing: Chloe's time of 00:06:44 was 01:00 slower than the average. To improve in this segment, she should focus on building her rowing endurance and power. Incorporating interval training and longer rowing sessions into her training routine can help improve her performance. Additionally, focusing on maintaining a strong core, a consistent stroke rate, and efficient technique, including a strong leg drive and a smooth recovery, will contribute to improved rowing performance.
5. Farmers Carry: Chloe's time of 00:03:06 was 00:25 slower than the average. To improve in this segment, she should focus on improving her grip strength and overall strength for carrying heavy loads. Exercises such as farmer's carries, deadlifts, and kettlebell swings can help strengthen the muscles involved in the carry. Additionally, practicing proper form and maintaining a strong posture, including engaging the core and keeping the shoulders back, will be beneficial.
6. Running 3: Chloe's time of 00:07:02 was 00:12 slower than the average. To improve her running performance, Chloe should focus on building her endurance and speed. Incorporating interval training, tempo runs, and hill sprints into her training routine can help improve her running performance. Additionally, working on maintaining a consistent pace and form, including a strong arm swing and efficient stride length, will contribute to improved running performance.
Strategies
During the race, Chloe should focus on pacing herself effectively to maintain a steady effort throughout. It is important for her to avoid starting too fast and burning out early in the race. Additionally, she should pay attention to her transitions in the roxzone, aiming to minimize the time spent resting or transitioning between exercises.
To enhance her overall performance, Chloe should continue to prioritize her overall fitness and work on improving her transition times. By focusing on strength training, endurance training, and specific exercises targeting her weaker segments, she can further improve her performance in future races.