Jordan Steve Hyrox Result

Overall Performance:

Steve Jordan's performance in the 2024 Birmingham HYROX race was very impressive, especially given his competitive age group (40-44). His overall rank placed him in the top 26% of all athletes and he shone even brighter within his age group, placing within the top 24%.

His total running time was notably good, finishing 03:14 faster than the average competitor. This suggests that Steve has a strong runner's profile. It's also worth noting that he managed to maintain a steady pace throughout the race, as evidenced by his consistent running splits.

However, his roxzone time was 01:23 slower than average, indicating that he might have taken additional rest time between exercises or struggled with transition times. This is an area that will need further attention in his training.

Segments to Improve:

• Roxzone: Steve's roxzone time was slower than average, indicating a need for better transition times and overall fitness. Specific drills that focus on rapid transition between exercises may help improve his performance in this area. Incorporating interval training, where he would alternate between high-intensity exercise and rest periods, may also help improve his endurance and speed up his recovery time.
• Burpees Broad Jump: Steve's performance in the Burpees Broad Jump was slower than average. To improve this, he might consider including plyometric exercises in his routine, such as box jumps or jump squats, to increase explosive power. Focusing on improving his burpee technique, specifically the broad jump part, could also yield significant improvements.
• Wall Balls: Steve's Wall Balls segment was slower than the average. To improve, he should incorporate more functional strength training in his routine, specifically exercises that mimic the movements in Wall Balls. Squats, thrusters, and kettlebell swings can all help build the necessary strength and endurance.
• Sled Push and Pull: These segments were slower than average for Steve. Incorporating more strength training, specifically targeting the lower body and core, could improve his performance in these areas. Weighted lunges, deadlifts, and hamstring curls are all good options to consider.
• Farmers Carry: Steve's Farmers Carry segment was slower than average. To improve, he could focus on grip strength exercises such as dead hangs or farmers walks. Also, increasing overall body strength with exercises like deadlifts or squats could help improve his performance in this segment.

Race Strategies:

For future races, Steve should consider implementing the following strategies:

• Conserving energy: Although Steve's overall running time is good, he could benefit from conserving energy during the running segments to perform better in the strength-based exercises.
• Focus on transitions: As his roxzone time was slower than average, working on faster transitions between exercises could significantly improve his overall time.
• Strength training: Given Steve's strong running profile, focusing more on strength training could help balance his performance and improve his overall time.