E343 HYROX Houston 2024: Race Recap + What's Next
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https://youtu.be/QOU6477zofc?si=E7h9fWvCHBFRqxtM
In this episode, CJ and Erin Finley discuss their recent experience at the Mixed Doubles HYROX Houston event. They define success not just by time, but also by enjoying the race and avoiding injuries. They also compare their current time to previous races and reflect on the balance between racing and other aspects of their lives, with an emphasis on the importance of performance in day-to-day life and how races like this one contribute to their overall well-being.
Key Topics
00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:54 - Post-Race Feelings and Performance 00:05:02 - Improvements Since November's Race 00:07:25 - Personal Motivators and Race Day Coaching 00:10:24 - Division of Work During the Race 00:11:09 - Erin's Strength Gains and Race Strategy 00:12:08 - Pacing and Strategy During the Race 00:13:43 - Strengths and Weaknesses in the Race 00:18:08 - Importance of Aerobic Capacity 00:20:18 - The Hardest Part of the Race 00:22:07 - Impact of Sleep on Performance 00:25:01 - Erin's Thoughts on Future Races 00:29:50 - Training Principles for Fitness and Longevity
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