Eade Leigh Hyrox Result

Overall Performance

Leigh Eade delivered a commendable performance at the 2024 Brisbane Hyrox event, achieving an overall rank of 235 out of 1014 athletes, placing in the top 23%. In his age group (30-34), Leigh ranked 78th out of 247, which is within the top 31%. His overall time was 01:23:16, with a total running time of 00:34:55, which was 07:02 faster than the average. This suggests a strong running capability, indicating that Leigh has a runner's profile with a need to enhance his strength-based exercises.

Leigh started the race with impressive speed, particularly in the initial running segments, which suggests a potential tendency to start too fast. His performance remained strong in the running segments, frequently ranking in the top percentiles. However, Leigh's strengths in running are contrasted by his weaknesses in strength-based exercises, particularly the Sandbag Lunges, Wall Balls, and Burpees Broad Jump, where he lost considerable time compared to the average.

Segments to Improve

• Sandbag Lunges (08:17): Leigh was 03:23 slower than average. To improve, focus on building lower body strength and endurance. Consider incorporating weighted lunges, goblet squats, and step-ups into the training routine. Emphasize correct form to enhance efficiency and prevent fatigue.
• Wall Balls (09:20): Leigh was 03:06 slower than average. To enhance performance, practice high-rep wall ball drills, focusing on rhythm and breathing. Work on upper body strength with exercises like overhead presses and medicine ball throws to improve power.
• Burpees Broad Jump (07:10): Leigh was 02:13 slower than average. Introduce explosive plyometric drills such as box jumps and broad jumps to boost power and agility. Practice burpee technique regularly to improve transition speed and efficiency.
• Sled Push (02:53): Leigh was only slightly slower than the top 25th percentile. To gain an edge, incorporate sled push intervals and heavy resistance training for the lower body.
• Roxzone (05:47): Although faster than average, further improvement can be achieved by practicing efficient transitions between zones. Implement drills that simulate race transitions to reduce downtime.

Race Strategies

• Pacing: Given Leigh's tendency to start fast, it's crucial to manage energy throughout the race. Consider a more conservative start, maintaining a steady pace to avoid early fatigue.
• Transition Efficiency: Focus on minimizing time spent in the roxzone by practicing quick and fluid transitions in training. This can be achieved through transition drills that simulate race conditions.
• Compromised Running: After strength segments, practice running at a moderate pace to adapt to compromised running conditions. This helps in maintaining a strong running performance, even after taxing exercises like wall balls and burpees.
• Strength Focus: Allocate more training time to strength-based exercises and conditioning. A balanced training regimen that combines both running and strength workouts will help Leigh become a more well-rounded athlete.