Overall Performance
Bjoern Kreische performed well in the 2019 Hamburg HYROX race. He achieved an overall rank of 335, placing him in the top 43% of 774 athletes. In his age group (45-49), he ranked 26th, placing him in the top 40% of 64 athletes. His total race time was 01:45:55, with a total running time of 00:47:40, which was 02:06 faster than the average for his finish time. This indicates that he has a strong running profile and should continue to focus on improving his overall fitness and transition times.
Segments to Improve
1. Burpees Broad Jump: Bjoern Kreische lost significant time in this segment, being 04:02 slower than the average. To improve in this area, he should focus on building explosive power and endurance. Specific exercises to incorporate into his training routine include burpees, broad jumps, and plyometric exercises such as box jumps and squat jumps. Additionally, he should work on improving his form and technique during the burpees to complete them more efficiently.
2. Wall Balls: Bjoern Kreische also struggled in the Wall Balls segment, being 01:05 slower than the average. To improve in this area, he should prioritize strengthening his legs and shoulders, as these muscles are heavily involved in the exercise. Exercises such as squats, lunges, and shoulder presses can help improve his strength and endurance. Additionally, he should work on his accuracy and technique when throwing the wall ball to minimize wasted energy.
3. Ski Erg: Bjoern Kreische was 00:30 slower than the average in the Ski Erg segment. To improve in this area, he should focus on building his upper body and core strength, as well as improving his cardiovascular endurance. Incorporating exercises such as rowing, planks, and Russian twists can help improve his performance on the Ski Erg. Additionally, he should work on maintaining a consistent and efficient technique during the exercise to minimize energy expenditure.
4. Running 1: Bjoern Kreische was 00:23 slower than the average in the first running segment. To improve his running performance, he should focus on building his cardiovascular endurance and speed. Incorporating interval training, hill sprints, and tempo runs into his training routine can help improve his running speed and efficiency. Additionally, he should work on maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race to prevent early fatigue.
5. Sled Pull: Bjoern Kreische was 00:17 slower than the average in the Sled Pull segment. To improve in this area, he should focus on building his leg and back strength. Exercises such as deadlifts, squats, and lunges can help improve his strength and power for the sled pull. Additionally, he should work on maintaining a good pulling technique to maximize efficiency and minimize wasted energy.
6. Best Lap: Bjoern Kreische had a strong performance in his best lap, being 00:29 faster than the average. He should continue to focus on maintaining this level of performance and incorporating it into his overall race strategy.
Strategies
- Bjoern Kreische should focus on maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race to prevent early fatigue and improve overall performance.
- He should prioritize building his overall fitness and improving his transition times to minimize time spent in the Roxzone.
- Incorporating interval training, hill sprints, and tempo runs into his training routine can help improve his running speed and endurance.
- Bjoern Kreische should also focus on strengthening specific muscle groups involved in the segments where he lost the most time, such as the legs and shoulders for Wall Balls, and the upper body and core for the Ski Erg.
- He should work on maintaining efficient and consistent technique in each segment to minimize energy expenditure and improve overall performance.