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Ida Mathilde Steensgaard - HYROX Elite from OCR World Champion

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Dec 12, 2024
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Ida Mathilde Steensgaard
Ida Mathilde Steensgaard, an elite HYROX athlete and former OCR World Champion, dives into her thrilling journey from obstacle course racing to HYROX. She shares insights on her recent performances, including her impressive qualification for the Elite 15 at the 2025 World Championships. Ida discusses her mental strategies for tackling pain during races and the essential support from Red Bull. She reflects on the transition in her training focus and the balance between competition, expectations, and personal aspirations.
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Mental Strategies for Pain

  • Explore and analyze pain during races instead of resisting it. Ask questions like "How does it feel?" or "Where is it located?".
  • This mental strategy can help manage pain and push limits in challenging races like HYROX.
ANECDOTE

Hong Kong Qualification and Illness

  • Ida Mathilde Steensgaard qualified for the Elite 15 race at the 2025 HYROX World Championships in Hong Kong.
  • She got sick after the race, likely due to a demanding schedule including races in Stuttgart and Hamburg.
ANECDOTE

Sporting Background

  • Ida's parents encouraged diverse sport participation throughout her childhood, leading her to try various activities.
  • Handball was her primary sport, later replaced by a more serious focus on fitness and OCR in university.
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