Overall Performance
Aleksandra Sibinska had a strong performance in the 2023 New York Hyrox race. She finished with an overall rank of 39, which places her in the top 6% of 613 athletes. In her age group (25-29), she also ranked 6th out of 90 athletes, again placing her in the top 6%. Her total race time was 01:22:13, and her total running time was 00:15:43, which is 26:07 faster than the average.
Splits Analysis:
- Running 1: Aleksandra's time of 00:05:38 was 01:00 slower than the average.
- Ski Erg: She completed this segment in 00:04:40, which was 00:13 faster than the average.
- Running 2: Aleksandra's time of 00:05:35 was 00:31 slower than the average.
- Sled Push: She finished the sled push in 00:02:29, which was 00:22 faster than the average.
- Running 3: Aleksandra's time of 00:05:59 was 00:34 slower than the average.
- Sled Pull: She completed the sled pull in 00:05:26, which was 00:05 slower than the average.
- Running 4: Aleksandra's time of 00:04:47 was 00:37 faster than the average.
- Burpees Broad Jump: She finished this segment in 00:04:19, which was 00:41 faster than the average.
- Running 5: Aleksandra's time of 00:00:00 was 05:30 faster than the average.
- Rowing: She completed the rowing segment in 00:05:01, which was 00:06 faster than the average.
- Running 6: Aleksandra's time of 00:00:00 was 05:25 faster than the average.
- Farmers Carry: She finished the farmers carry in 00:01:55, which was 00:19 faster than the average.
- Running 7: Aleksandra's time of 00:00:00 was 05:23 faster than the average.
- Sandbag Lunges: She completed this segment in 00:03:42, which was 00:36 faster than the average.
- Running 8: Aleksandra's time of 00:06:25 was 00:33 slower than the average.
- Wall Balls: She finished the wall balls in 00:03:56, which was 00:14 faster than the average.
- Roxzone: Aleksandra's time in the roxzone was 00:35:06, which was 29:26 slower than the average.
Segments to Improve
1. Roxzone: Aleksandra spent significantly more time in the roxzone compared to the average. To improve this segment, she should focus on improving her overall fitness and transition time between exercises. Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and circuit training into her training routine can help improve her endurance and overall fitness. Additionally, practicing quick transitions between exercises during training sessions can help reduce her time spent in the roxzone during races.
2. Running 1: Aleksandra's time in the first running segment was slower than the average. To improve her performance in this segment, she should focus on improving her running speed and endurance. Interval training, such as sprint intervals and hill repeats, can help improve her running speed. Additionally, incorporating long-distance runs into her training routine can help improve her endurance for longer running segments during races.
3. Running 3: Aleksandra's time in the third running segment was also slower than the average. Similar to the first running segment, she should focus on improving her running speed and endurance. Interval training and long-distance runs can help improve her performance in this segment.
4. Running 8: Aleksandra's time in the eighth running segment was slower than the average. To improve her performance in this segment, she should focus on improving her running speed and endurance. Interval training, long-distance runs, and incorporating strength training exercises that target the muscles used in running (such as lunges and squats) can help improve her running performance.
5. Running 2: While Aleksandra's time in the second running segment was not significantly slower than the average, she could still benefit from improving her running speed and endurance. Incorporating interval training and long-distance runs into her training routine can help enhance her overall running performance.
Strategies
- Pacing: Aleksandra should focus on maintaining a steady pace throughout the race to avoid burning out too quickly. It is important for her to find a balance between pushing her limits and conserving energy for later segments.
- Transitions: To minimize time spent in the roxzone, Aleksandra should practice quick and efficient transitions between exercises during her training sessions. This will help improve her overall race time and performance.
- Strength Training: Incorporating strength training exercises that target the muscles used in Hyrox races, such as lunges, squats, and sled pushes/pulls, can help improve Aleksandra's overall performance. She should focus on building strength and power in these specific muscle groups to enhance her race performance.
- Endurance Training: To improve her overall endurance, Aleksandra should incorporate long-distance runs and interval training into her training routine. This will help improve her running speed and endurance, which are crucial for success in Hyrox races.