Overall Performance
Sanne Goudswaard performed well in the HYROX race in Malaga, finishing with an overall rank of 109 out of 560 athletes, placing her in the top 19% overall. In her age group (35-39), she ranked 20th out of 113 athletes, placing her in the top 17%. Her overall time was 01:35:27, with a total running time of 00:47:25, which was 00:33 faster than the average.
Sanne's best running lap was 00:05:10, which indicates her ability to maintain a strong pace during the race.
Segments to Improve
1. Roxzone: Sanne spent 00:08:25 in the roxzone, which was 01:02 slower than the average. To improve this segment, Sanne should focus on improving her overall fitness and reducing her transition time. Incorporating interval training and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) into her workouts can help improve her overall fitness level. Additionally, practicing quick and efficient transitions between exercises can help reduce the time spent in the roxzone.
2. Burpees Broad Jump: Sanne took 00:07:22 to complete the Burpees Broad Jump segment, which was 00:59 slower than the average. To improve this segment, Sanne should focus on improving her explosive power and endurance. Plyometric exercises such as squat jumps, box jumps, and burpees can help improve her power and speed. Additionally, incorporating strength training exercises that target the muscles used during the burpees broad jump, such as squats and lunges, can help improve her performance in this segment.
3. Sandbag Lunges: Sanne took 00:06:08 to complete the Sandbag Lunges segment, which was 00:54 slower than the average. To improve this segment, Sanne should focus on improving her leg strength and endurance. Incorporating exercises such as walking lunges, squats, and step-ups into her training routine can help improve her leg strength. Additionally, practicing lunges with a weighted sandbag can help improve her endurance and simulate the demands of the sandbag lunges segment.
4. Rowing: Sanne took 00:05:43 to complete the Rowing segment, which was 00:16 slower than the average. To improve this segment, Sanne should focus on improving her rowing technique and endurance. Incorporating rowing intervals into her training routine can help improve her rowing performance. Additionally, focusing on maintaining proper form, including a strong and efficient rowing stroke, can help improve her overall rowing speed.
5. Farmers Carry: Sanne took 00:02:41 to complete the Farmers Carry segment, which was 00:12 slower than the average. To improve this segment, Sanne should focus on improving her grip strength and endurance. Incorporating exercises such as farmer's carries, deadlifts, and weighted hangs into her training routine can help improve her grip strength. Additionally, practicing the farmers carry with heavier weights and longer distances can help improve her endurance in this segment.
Strategies
- Pacing: Based on Sanne's overall performance and splits, she maintained a consistent and strong pace throughout the race. However, she should be mindful of not starting too fast and burning out early. It's important to pace oneself and have enough energy for the later portions of the race.
- Transitions: Sanne should focus on improving her transition time between exercises to minimize time spent in the roxzone. Practicing quick and efficient transitions during training sessions can help improve her overall race time.
- Strength Training: Sanne should incorporate strength training exercises into her training routine to improve her overall strength and power. This will help her excel in segments that require strength, such as the sled push and sled pull.
- Endurance Training: Sanne should also focus on improving her endurance through cardiovascular exercises such as running, rowing, and biking. This will help her maintain a strong pace throughout the race and improve her overall performance.
By implementing these strategies and incorporating the suggested exercises and techniques into her training routine, Sanne Goudswaard can improve her performance in the identified areas and continue to excel in future HYROX races.