Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Madrid using our in-depth report. By comparing their results to those of similar athletes, we identify key strengths and areas in need of improvement.
For this specific race, our analysis is based on the performance of
1000 similar athletes.
This chart provides a visual summary of the race performance, displaying percentile rankings for all running and workout segments. You can quickly see the strength and the weakness of the athlete.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Running
We compare the athlete's running times with peers who have similar finish times.
This chart helps you quickly determine if your running pace was too fast or too slow for your overall finish time.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Workouts
We compare the athlete's workout times for each station with peers who have similar finish times.
This chart helps you quickly identify if any workouts were too fast or too slow relative to your overall finish time.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Sterkenburg Martijn's performance at each station and run segment compared to the average.
It reveals strengths and areas for improvement, providing insights into how the athlete's times stack up against typical HYROX competitors with same finish time.
In HYROX racing, pacing is crucial. The pacing line highlights Sterkenburg Martijn's pacing strategy, identifying segments where they may have started too fast or too slow, guiding them toward a more balanced race approach.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Spread of Splits Time
This chart illustrates the spread of splits of all athletes competing in the same division, providing a visual representation of the distribution of times for each split.
Use this chart to compare the Sterkenburg Martijn's performance against the competition, identifying areas of strength and those needing improvement.
This chart includes Top 10%, Top 25%, Top 50%, Top 75%, Top 90%, and Top 100% of the athletes. The outliers have been removed for clarity.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Improvement Plan
Based on our analysis, here are the focus areas for improvement. The goal is
to determine how quickly the athlete could improve on some stations and where is the path of least resistance to improve Sterkenburg Martijn's time.
The percentile rank is the current position of the athlete compared to the competition. It goes from 0 to 100, where 0 is the best and 100 is the worst.
It show the potential improvement for each station. The athlete should focus on the stations with the highest potential improvement and the biggest duration.
A big improvement in the Farmer's carry station will not be as impactful as a small improvement in the wall ball station for instance.
Just click on a station to see how easy it will be to improve and how important it is to focus on it during training.
For this athlete we identified a possible improvement of
05:13.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Overall, Martijn Sterkenburg performed impressively in the 2024 Madrid Hyrox race. His overall rank was in the top 42%, showing great potential and competitiveness in a large pool of athletes. Particularly impressive is his total running time, which was 3:31 faster than the average. This suggests Martijn has a more runner profile and excels in the running segments of the race. However, it's worth noting that his performance in the first running segment was slower than average, which could indicate a slower start. Despite this, Martijn managed to catch up and consistently outperform the average running times in subsequent segments.
Segments to Improve
While Martijn's running performance is strong, there are several segments where he could improve. His performance in the Wall Balls, Farmers Carry, Roxzone, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpees Broad Jump, and Rowing segments were slower than average.
Wall Balls: Martijn could significantly improve his time by incorporating more strength training, specifically focusing on the legs and core. Squats, lunges, and kettlebell swings can help build the necessary strength. It could also be beneficial to practice the wall ball technique, ensuring a full squat is achieved with each repetition.
Farmers Carry: To improve his time in this segment, Martijn may want to focus on strengthening his grip and arm muscles. Dumbbell rows, deadlifts, and grip exercises can all help with this. Additionally, practicing the movement with different weights can help improve technique and efficiency.
Roxzone: To improve in the Roxzone, Martijn may need to work on his overall fitness and transition times. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) could be beneficial in improving cardiovascular fitness and speed. Practicing quick transitions between exercises could also help reduce time in this segment.
Sled Push and Pull: These segments require a combination of strength and endurance. Incorporating strength training, particularly focusing on the lower body and core, can help improve performance. Exercises like squats, lunges, and deadlifts would be beneficial. Additionally, practicing the movement with different weights can help improve technique and efficiency.
Burpees Broad Jump: To improve in this segment, Martijn should focus on plyometric exercises to improve explosive power. Exercises like box jumps, jump squats, and jump lunges can help improve his broad jump. Additionally, practicing burpees can help improve efficiency and speed in this movement.
Rowing: Improving rowing technique could help reduce Martijn's time in this segment. Incorporating more cardio-focused exercises, like sprint intervals and long-distance endurance training, can also help improve his rowing performance.
Race Strategies
Given Martijn's strengths in running, a potential race strategy could be to push harder in the running segments, using them to make up for slower times in the strength-based segments. However, it's crucial not to start too fast and risk burning out. A steady, controlled pace in the beginning can help maintain energy levels for later segments. Additionally, focusing on efficient transitions between segments can also help reduce overall time. Lastly, incorporating more strength training into his routine could help balance Martijn's overall performance and improve his times in the strength-based segments.
Race History
Explore your race history splits in detail below.
The interactive chart provides an easy way to analyze your performance by highlighting faster and slower times across each split.
This tool is designed to help you identify trends, track improvements, and refine your strategy for future races.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men