Nevarez Alonso Hyrox Result

Overall Performance:

Alonso, first off, let's acknowledge that you finished 118th out of 143 competitors in the Hyrox Pro category at the 2024 Anaheim event. Not too shabby—you're in the top 82%! However, there’s room for improvement, especially in your running performance. Your overall time of 01:43:09 shows potential, but with a total running time of 00:51:29, you're about 5:12 slower than the average. This suggests that while you have some solid strength in your performance, your running could use a little more love. Your pacing was quite aggressive at the start, and it appears you might have gone out a bit too fast during Running 1, which contributed to slower overall running times. Remember, the tortoise won the race, not the hare! 🐢💪

Your splits reveal that you're better suited for strength-based events, but your running needs adjustment to match your strength capabilities. You’ve got a competitive spirit, but you need to balance that with endurance training to push through the transitions more effectively. The goal is to turn those running segments into your strong suit while maintaining your strength. Think of it like a taco: you need the perfect blend of ingredients for the best flavor! 🌮

Segments to Improve:

Now, let’s dig into the segments where you can make meaningful gains:

• Running 1 (00:07:40): This was your slowest segment, and a solid 3:04 slower than average. This indicates you may have started too aggressively and then lost momentum. To improve:
• Drill: Incorporate interval runs into your training. For example, do 5x800m at a pace slightly faster than your target race pace with 2-3 minutes of rest in between.
• Technique Correction: Focus on maintaining a steady heart rate early on and avoid the urge to sprint out of the gate. Aim for a negative split strategy—start comfortably and gradually increase your pace.
• Roxzone (00:10:28): This was 2:03 slower than average. It’s clear that your transitions could use serious tightening. To improve:
• Drill: Practice fast transitions in training. Set up a circuit where you mimic the transitions between exercises. Time yourself and aim to decrease that time each session.
• Strategy: Focus on your breathing and mental state during transitions. Use them to recover just enough to power through the next station, but not so much that you lose time.
• Running 8 (00:08:38): This was another slower segment, clocking in at 1:41 slower than the average. To enhance this segment:
• Drill: Perform long runs at a steady pace to build your base endurance, aiming for 60-90 minutes at a conversational pace.
• Technique Correction: Work on maintaining a strong form even when fatigued. Keep your shoulders relaxed and your strides efficient.

Race Strategies:

During your next race, implement these strategies:

• Pacing: Start at a pace you can maintain for the entirety. Remember, you can always pick it up later, but you can’t afford to crash early on!
• Hydration: Ensure you're properly hydrated before and during the race to maintain your stamina. A hydrated athlete is a happy athlete!
• Mental Focus: Use positive self-talk to keep your spirits high during the middle of the race. Visualize your success and remind yourself that discomfort is temporary; quitting lasts forever!
• Transitions: Practice your transitions in training so they become second nature during the race—less time fumbling, more time hustling!

Conclusion:

Alonso, your performance shows both strength and areas for growth. Remember, every champion was once a contender that refused to give up. As David Goggins would say, “You are stopping you. You are giving up instead of getting hard.” Embrace the discomfort, and every step you take is one closer to your goals! Remember, it’s not about how hard you hit; it’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward.

So, lace up those shoes, tighten that belt, and let’s get to work! The Rox-Coach is here to guide you through this journey, and I have no doubt you’ll rise to the occasion. Let’s make that taco perfect! 💥🏆