Jesse Hinrichs inspires in Roth: strong long distance debut in 8:11 hours!

Jesse Hinrichs inspires in Roth: strong long distance debut in 8:11 hours!

Jesse Hinrichs from Oldenburg took part in the Challenge Roth and completed his first long-distance triathlon in a time of 8:11 hours. July 9, 2025 will remain in his memory for a long time, because the finish was a rollercoaster of emotions for him: on the one hand, empty exhaustion, on the other hand, pure joy as he crossed the finish line to the enthusiastic cheers of fans and even ex-Hawaii champion Sebastian Kienle. Despite his demanding preparation, which was marked by illness and injury, he still sees enormous potential for improvement for future competitions.

As far as swimming time goes, things didn't go well for Hinrichs. After 50:39 minutes he climbed out of the Main-Donau Canal in 21st place. The first group was around four minutes faster, while the second group was only a minute ahead. He cycled in 4:15:19 hours and covered the last 40 kilometers alone. He finally found his rhythm in the marathon and completed the 42.195 kilometers in 3:01:04 hours, which earned him 23rd place. What was particularly pleasing was that he made use of all the aid stations and that he was not lacking in mental freshness - although his physical limitations came into play.

Plans for the future

Hinrichs plans to complete a second long distance this year and would like to significantly improve his preparation. He also emphasizes how important the topic of nutrition is for triathletes. The athlete has noticed that the diet of many athletes has now significantly improved, which makes recovery easier after such a demanding competition as an Ironman. This insight is particularly valuable because many athletes often neglect the importance of nutrition in favor of training and equipment. A suitable nutrition plan is crucial for sporting success and personal well-being, as well Runnersworld.de emphasized.

A good example of this can be seen during the Super Triathlon weekend in Roth, in which ten participants from the Karlsruher Lemminge, including four long-distance rookies, took part. In sunny weather with maximum temperatures around 27°C, several athletes achieved personal bests. The event revealed how important solid preparation is. According to the results: two participants were close to the 9 hour mark, six were under 10 hours and all men made it under 11 hours. It is particularly worth mentioning that the women won the team competition and the men's team also came in fourth place.

Nutritional strategies for triathletes

Proper nutrition plays an important role in preparing for a triathlon. The day before the competition, the muscles should be filled with carbohydrates, which creates a good basis for performance. An adapted diet on the day of the competition - a breakfast consisting of easily digestible carbohydrates should be eaten about two hours before the start - is just as important. During competition you should rely on fast carbohydrates, which can be consumed through sports drinks, bananas or gels.

For competitions lasting longer than four hours, it is recommended to also consume small amounts of amino acids to maintain endurance. After the effort, the focus should be on quickly available proteins and carbohydrates to support regeneration. Runnersworld.de provides valuable information and tips that can help every athlete achieve the best results and fully enjoy the joy of sport.

With these exciting insights, Jesse Hinrichs not only beautifully showcased his own sporting journey, but also shed light on strategic nutritional planning, which is essential to the success of every triathlete.