Season 23/24 2024 Rotterdam (2178) HYROX (1965) Men (1380) Van Ewijk Matthijs

Van Ewijk Matthijs Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Rotterdam 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.

Performance Highlights

NED NED Flag Men 25-29 #142004 01:19:30 52nd in AG | Top 18.5% 221st | Top 16.0%
+01:38
41:39
Run Total
+00:12
05:12
Avg. Lap
+00:19
04:39
Best Lap
-01:23
32:04
Workout Total
-00:10
04:00
Avg. Workout
-00:11
05:51
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Race Summary

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 Van Ewijk Matthijs'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 Van Ewijk Matthijs'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 Van Ewijk Matthijs'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 Van Ewijk Matthijs'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 04:19. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

02:57 Potential Improvement 68.3% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 02:57 41:39 to 38:42 68.3%
Sled Pull 00:29 04:37 to 04:08 11.2%
Farmers Carry 00:18 02:09 to 01:51 6.9%
Sled Push 00:16 02:40 to 02:24 6.2%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:12 04:32 to 04:20 4.6%
Wall Balls 00:05 05:24 to 05:19 1.9%
Ski Erg 00:02 04:16 to 04:14 0.8%
Rowing 00:00 04:23 to 04:23 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 04:03 to 04:03 0.0%

Splits Time

Van Ewijk Matthijs Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:05 00:00 04:20 +00:45 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:16 05:05 04:20 -00:04 04:20 +00:45
Running 2 04:39 09:21 04:41 -00:02 08:40 +00:41
Sled Push 02:40 14:00 02:41 -00:01 13:21 +00:39
Running 3 05:29 16:40 05:05 +00:24 16:02 +00:38
Sled Pull 04:37 22:09 04:30 +00:07 21:07 +01:02
Running 4 05:08 26:46 05:04 +00:04 25:37 +01:09
Burpees Broad Jump 04:32 31:54 04:46 -00:14 30:41 +01:13
Running 5 05:25 36:26 05:12 +00:13 35:27 +00:59
Rowing 04:23 41:51 04:40 -00:17 40:39 +01:12
Running 6 05:06 46:14 05:04 +00:02 45:19 +00:55
Farmers Carry 02:09 51:20 02:01 +00:08 50:23 +00:57
Running 7 05:17 53:29 05:03 +00:14 52:24 +01:05
Sandbag Lunges 04:03 58:46 04:38 -00:35 57:27 +01:19
Running 8 05:34 01:02:49 05:32 +00:02 01:02:05 +00:44
Wall Balls 05:24 01:08:23 05:51 -00:27 01:07:37 +00:46
Roxzone 05:51 01:19:30 06:02 -00:11 01:19:30
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Matthijs Van Ewijk showcased an impressive performance in the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX, finishing in the top 11% overall and top 13% in his age group. This achievement indicates a strong competency in both strength and endurance disciplines. However, with a total running time that was slightly slower than average, it suggests that Matthijs may benefit from focusing on enhancing his running efficiency and endurance. His performance across the exercise zones indicates a balanced athlete, but with room for improvement in both the roxzone transitions and specific strength exercises to achieve a more optimized race outcome. The pacing analysis suggests Matthijs started somewhat conservatively but maintained a consistent effort throughout, indicating potential for a more aggressive start in future races.

Segments to Improve:

  • Total Running Time: As running is integral to HYROX races, improving this segment could have the most significant overall performance impact. Focusing on interval training, such as 400 to 800-meter repeats at a pace faster than race pace, can improve speed and cardiovascular endurance. Incorporating hill sprints and tempo runs will also build leg strength and running economy, essential for maintaining pace during later stages of the race.
  • Roxzone: The slightly slower transition times suggest room for improvement in overall fitness and transition efficiency. Implementing circuit training that mimics race day conditions (alternating between strength exercises and short, intense running intervals) can help improve both fitness and the ability to quickly transition between exercises.
  • Sled Pull: To improve in this area, Matthijs could incorporate more posterior chain exercises such as deadlifts, kettlebell swings, and pull-throughs. Additionally, practicing with a weighted sled or tire to simulate race conditions will help build specific strength and technique for this segment.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: This requires both explosive power and endurance. Plyometric exercises (box jumps, squat jumps) and broad jumps should be included in training to improve explosive strength, while interval burpee sessions will help build the endurance necessary to maintain performance throughout this segment.

Race Strategies:

  • Start Strong: Given Matthijs's consistent pacing, experimenting with a slightly more aggressive start could be beneficial. This doesn't mean going all out from the start but rather increasing the initial pace slightly to gauge its impact on overall race timing, especially in the initial running segments.
  • Transition Efficiency: Reducing time in the roxzone can be achieved through practice and strategy. Setting up a training environment that allows for quick transitions between running and strength exercises can mimic race conditions and improve transition times. Focusing on swift, efficient movements and having a clear process for each transition will minimize time lost.
  • Mid-Race Recovery: Implementing brief recovery strategies during the race, such as controlled breathing techniques during easier segments or transitions, can help manage fatigue and maintain a stronger pace throughout the race.
  • Endurance Focus: Given the slower total running time, incorporating more endurance-focused training, alongside strength training, will ensure a more balanced profile. Long, steady-state runs and increasing the volume of running over time will build a stronger endurance base.

By focusing on these areas, Matthijs can transform identified weaknesses into strengths, potentially improving both segment times and overall race performance in future HYROX events.

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
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