Bellin Edouard Hyrox Result

Overall Performance:

Hey Edouard, first off, a big shoutout for your performance at the 2024 Hong Kong Hyrox! Ranking 200 out of 2712 athletes and 65 in your age group is no small feat—you're in the top 7% and top 25% respectively! 💪 Your overall time of 01:19:04 and total running time of 00:37:39 (which is 02:21 faster than average) indicates you have a solid running profile. It seems like you know how to hit the ground running—literally! However, your pacing didn’t quite match that of a seasoned marathoner, as you started Running 1 a bit slower than average, which might have set the tone for the rest of the race. But hey, it’s all about learning, right? Just remember: “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.”

Segments to Improve:

Alright, let’s break down where we can pump up your performance. Here are the segments that could use a little extra love:

• Wall Balls: 00:08:22 (98th Percentile)
• Sled Pull: 00:04:49 (72nd Percentile)
• Farmers Carry: 00:02:30 (90th Percentile)
• Burpees Broad Jump: 00:04:39 (53rd Percentile)
• Sandbag Lunges: 00:04:34 (56th Percentile)
• Ski Erg: 00:04:33 (84th Percentile)

Let’s take a closer look at these segments:

• Wall Balls: This is your biggest time sink. To improve, focus on your squat depth and ball trajectory. Try 3 sets of 15 reps with a lighter ball to work on technique before increasing the weight. Pair that with some core stability exercises like planks to maintain form when fatigue sets in.
• Sled Pull: This one needs some serious strength work. Incorporate heavy sled drags into your weekly routine. Start with 4 sets of 20 meters at a heavy weight, focusing on explosiveness. Also, include some resistance band pull-throughs to mimic the motion and strengthen your posterior chain.
• Farmers Carry: You were a bit slow here, so let’s tighten that grip! Aim for 5 sets of 40 meters with heavy kettlebells or dumbbells. Maintain an upright posture and engage your core to stabilize your body. Remember, it’s not just about carrying the weight; it’s about doing it with style! 😄
• Burpees Broad Jump: This segment can be brutal on the lungs. Work on explosive movements with box jumps and burpee variations. Practice 5 rounds of 10 burpees followed by a 5-meter broad jump. Increase your speed while maintaining form!
• Sandbag Lunges: To boost your endurance and strength here, incorporate a mix of lunges with varied foot placement (forward, backward, and lateral). Try 4 sets of 10 reps per leg with a sandbag to simulate race conditions. Don’t forget to keep your knee in line with your toe to avoid injuries!
• Ski Erg: To improve your endurance on this, include interval training. Work on 10-minute intervals, alternating between 1 minute at max effort and 1 minute at a moderate pace. Your arms will thank you later!

Race Strategies:

Now let's talk strategies! You’ve got the running down, but we need to tighten up your transitions and pacing. Here’s what you can do:

• Pacing: Start with a controlled pace in the first running segment. You went a bit too slow; aim to hit your average pace or slightly faster. This will set the right tone for the later segments.
• Transition Practice: Spend some time practicing your transitions between exercises. Focus on minimizing downtime and streamlining your movements. It’s like a relay race; the smoother you are, the faster you’ll be!
• Visualization: Before the race, visualize each segment and how you want to tackle it. Mental preparation is just as crucial as physical training—“The mind is everything. What you think you become.”

Conclusion:

Edouard, you’re already showing some serious potential, especially with that fast running time! Just a few tweaks in your technique and strength will elevate you even further. Keep grinding, stay consistent, and remember: “Pain is temporary. Quitting lasts forever.” So when the going gets tough, just think about how you’ll feel crossing that finish line—onward and upward, my friend! 💥

Let’s turn those weaknesses into strengths, and soon you’ll be on your way to smashing even more personal records. Keep hustling, and you’ll be rocking those Hyrox races before you know it! This is your Rox-Coach signing off! 🏆