Chevalier Axel Hyrox Result

Overall Performance

Axel Chevalier delivered a commendable performance in the 2024 Milan Hyrox race, finishing in the top 41% of all athletes and 47% within his age group. Most notably, Axel's total running time was 4:10 faster than the average, highlighting a strong runner's profile. His pacing was initially slower but improved significantly through the race, with Running 8 showcasing his best lap time and placing him in the top 1 percentile. These insights suggest that while Axel has excellent endurance and speed on the track, there is room for growth in strength-based segments.

Segments to Improve

• Sled Pull (00:02:42 slower than average)
  • Analysis: The sled pull segment showed a significant lag, indicating a need for enhanced upper body and core strength.
  • Training Strategies:
    • Exercises: Include deadlifts, bent-over rows, and pull-ups to build the necessary shoulder, back, and core strength.
    • Drills: Incorporate sled drags and pulls into workouts, gradually increasing weight to build endurance and power.
• Sled Push (00:01:28 slower than average)
  • Analysis: This segment displayed a deficit in leg and core power.
  • Training Strategies:
    • Exercises: Focus on squats, leg presses, and lunges to develop lower body strength.
    • Drills: Practice sled pushes with varying weights and distances to enhance technique and endurance.
• Roxzone (00:00:59 slower than average)
  • Analysis: The slower transitions suggest a need for improved overall fitness and quicker transition techniques.
  • Training Strategies:
    • Exercises: Implement circuit training to improve cardiovascular fitness and transition speed.
    • Drills: Practice transitions between different exercises under timed conditions to simulate race scenarios.
• Farmers Carry (00:00:17 slower than average)
  • Analysis: Mild delay in this segment suggests minor adjustments in grip and core stability.
  • Training Strategies:
    • Exercises: Incorporate farmers' walk with varied weights to improve grip strength and stability.
    • Drills: Practice carrying heavy loads for distance to build endurance and improve form.

Race Strategies

• Start Steady: Given the slower start, consider pacing strategies that maintain energy for the entire race, allowing for a strong finish.
• Efficient Transitions: Practice fluid and quick transitions between exercises to save precious seconds in the Roxzone.
• Compromised Running: To handle running after strength exercises, include compromised running drills where you transition from strength-based exercises directly into running.
• Strength Focus: Since Axel is already a strong runner, a greater emphasis on strength training will create a more balanced and competitive performance.