Overall Performance
Kelly Anderson had a strong performance in the 2023 London HYROX race. She finished with an overall rank of 334, placing her in the top 11% of all 2806 athletes. In her age group (30-34), she ranked 69th out of 580 athletes, also in the top 11%. Her overall time was 01:26:19, and her total running time was 00:43:04, which was only 3 seconds slower than the average.
Kelly's performance in the running segments was particularly impressive. Her best running lap was completed in 00:04:15, which was 33 seconds faster than the average time. She consistently performed well in the running segments, with most of her splits being faster than average.
Segments to Improve
1. Burpees Broad Jump: Kelly took 02:47 longer than the average time to complete this segment. To improve her performance in this area, she should focus on improving her burpee technique and explosiveness in the broad jumps. Incorporating exercises such as burpee box jumps, plyometric exercises, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help improve her speed and power in this segment.
2. Roxzone: Kelly spent 00:07:08 in the Roxzone, which was 55 seconds slower than the average time. To improve this segment, Kelly should focus on improving her overall fitness and reducing transition times. Incorporating circuit training, interval training, and specific transition drills can help improve her overall fitness and efficiency in transitioning between exercises.
3. Wall Balls: Kelly took 00:11 longer than the average time to complete this segment. To improve her performance in wall balls, she should focus on her technique and strength. Incorporating exercises such as wall ball throws, squats, and shoulder presses can help improve her upper body and leg strength, leading to better performance in this segment.
Strategies
To improve her overall performance in future races, Kelly should consider the following strategies:
1. Pacing: Kelly showed good pacing throughout the race, with most of her splits being faster than average. However, she should be mindful of maintaining a consistent pace and avoiding starting too fast. This will help her maintain energy levels and performance throughout the entire race.
2. Strength Training: While Kelly performed well in the running segments, she should focus on incorporating more strength training exercises into her routine. This will help improve her overall strength and power, particularly in segments such as burpees broad jump and wall balls.
3. Transition Efficiency: To improve her performance in the Roxzone, Kelly should work on reducing transition times between exercises. Practicing specific transition drills and improving overall fitness can help her become more efficient in moving between exercises.
4. Endurance Training: To further improve her running performance, Kelly should incorporate specific endurance training into her routine. This can include longer distance runs, interval training, and hill sprints to improve her overall running endurance and speed.
By implementing these strategies and focusing on specific areas of improvement, Kelly can continue to enhance her performance in future HYROX races.