Krauss Kevin Hyrox Result

Overall Performance

Kevin Krauss had a solid performance in the 2019 Oberhausen Hyrox race, finishing with an overall rank of 116 out of 222 athletes, placing him in the top 52% of all participants. In his age group (35-39), he ranked 24th out of 45 athletes, which places him in the top 53%. Kevin's overall time was 01:41:28, with a total running time of 00:54:17, which was 07:10 slower than the average for his finish time. His best running lap was 00:05:53.

Based on the splits analysis, Kevin's strongest segment was the Sled Push, where he was 01:08 faster than the average time. He also performed well in the Sled Pull, finishing 01:14 faster than the average time. The segments where Kevin lost the most time were the Run Total, Burpees Broad Jump, Running 2, Best Lap, Running 1, Wall Balls, Running 7, Running 3, Running 6, Running 4, and Running 5.

Segments to Improve

1. Run Total: The Run Total segment was the area where Kevin lost the most time. To improve this segment, Kevin should focus on improving his overall fitness and running endurance. Incorporating interval training, such as high-intensity interval training (HIIT) or fartlek runs, will help improve his running speed and endurance. Additionally, Kevin should work on his running form and technique to increase efficiency. Drills such as high knees, butt kicks, and bounding exercises can help improve running form.

2. Burpees Broad Jump: Kevin was 01:12 slower than the average time in the Burpees Broad Jump segment. To improve performance in this segment, Kevin should focus on building strength and power in his legs. Exercises such as squats, lunges, and box jumps will help improve leg strength and power. Additionally, practicing the burpee technique and focusing on explosiveness during the jump will help improve efficiency in this segment.

3. Running 2: Kevin was 01:05 slower than the average time in the Running 2 segment. To improve performance in this segment, Kevin should work on his running endurance and speed. Incorporating tempo runs, hill repeats, and interval training will help improve his running performance. Additionally, focusing on maintaining good running form, including proper posture and stride length, will help increase efficiency.

4. Best Lap: While Kevin had a strong overall performance, his best lap time was 00:53 slower than the average. To improve this segment, Kevin should focus on building overall fitness and endurance. Incorporating longer distance runs into his training routine will help improve his endurance and pacing. Additionally, practicing race-specific scenarios, such as running at race pace or negative splitting, will help improve performance in this segment.

5. Running 1: Kevin was 00:53 slower than the average time in the Running 1 segment. To improve this segment, Kevin should focus on building speed and endurance. Incorporating interval training, such as sprints or tempo runs, will help improve his running speed. Additionally, working on his running form and technique, such as maintaining a strong core and proper foot strike, will help increase efficiency in this segment.

Strategies

- Pacing: Based on the splits analysis, Kevin's pacing seemed to be consistent throughout the race. However, to improve overall performance, he could consider starting the race at a slightly faster pace to gain an advantage in the earlier segments, while still maintaining a steady and sustainable effort. This can help him make up time in the later segments where he tends to lose time.

- Transition Efficiency: Kevin should focus on improving his transition times between segments to minimize time lost in the roxzone. Practicing quick and efficient transitions during training sessions will help improve overall race performance.

- Specific Training: Kevin should tailor his training to address the areas where he lost the most time. This includes incorporating specific exercises, drills, and training routines to improve running endurance, leg strength, and power. Additionally, focusing on running form and technique will help increase efficiency and speed.

Overall, Kevin Krauss had a strong performance in the 2019 Oberhausen Hyrox race. By implementing the suggested training strategies and techniques, he can further improve his performance in future races and continue to excel in the HYROX category.