Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Vienna - European Championship 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 Women
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 Women
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 Women
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Nicole Semlitsch Nicole Semlitsch'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 Nicole Semlitsch Nicole Semlitsch'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 Women
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 Nicole Semlitsch Nicole Semlitsch'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 Women
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 Nicole Semlitsch Nicole Semlitsch'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
03:57.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
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Overall Performance:
Nicole Semlitsch showcased an impressive performance in the 2024 Vienna - European Championship, notably finishing in the top 23% overall and top 12% in her age group. Her total running time was significantly faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. This strength in running allowed her to secure a competitive edge, particularly observed through her best running lap time. However, Nicole's performance in specific strength-focused exercises like Wall Balls and Sandbag Lunges was below average, highlighting areas for potential improvement. Her ability to maintain a quicker pace in the roxzone suggests efficient transition times and overall fitness but also points to a need for a more balanced focus on strength training to complement her running prowess.
Segments to Improve:
Wall Balls: Nicole's performance in Wall Balls was significantly slower than average, indicating a need for improvement in power and endurance. To enhance her capabilities in this area, Nicole should incorporate plyometric exercises such as jump squats and medicine ball throws to build explosive strength. Additionally, focusing on improving squat technique and depth can increase efficiency during Wall Balls. A recommended routine could be 3 sets of 10-15 jump squats followed by 2 sets of 15-20 medicine ball throws, twice a week.
Sandbag Lunges: Struggling with the Sandbag Lunges suggests a need for better core stability and leg strength. Nicole should consider integrating weighted lunges, deadlifts, and core strengthening exercises into her training regimen. Exercises like planks, Russian twists, and kettlebell swings can help improve core stability, while deadlifts and weighted lunges will increase leg strength and endurance. A suggested routine might be 3 sets of 12 weighted lunges per leg, 3 sets of 10 deadlifts, followed by a core circuit, performed twice a week.
Rowing and Ski Erg: Nicole's slower times in these exercises indicate room for improvement in her cardiovascular endurance and technique. Specific drills focusing on improving stroke efficiency and power can be beneficial. Incorporating interval training on the rower and SkiErg, focusing on high-intensity bursts followed by short recovery periods, can also enhance endurance. Technique workshops or sessions with a coach to refine posture and stroke could further improve performance.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Given Nicole's stronger running profile, she should aim for a steady pace in running segments to conserve energy for strength exercises. Starting too fast can lead to early fatigue, especially in areas where improvement is needed. Implementing a pacing strategy that allows for consistent energy expenditure throughout the race will be crucial.
Strength Training Emphasis: Focusing on strength training, particularly on identified weaker segments, will help improve overall race performance. Nicole should balance her running training with targeted strength workouts, ensuring she does not become overly fatigued before strength-based obstacles.
Transition Efficiency: Although Nicole shows proficiency in transitions (roxzone), continuous practice on quick and efficient transitions between exercises can shave off crucial seconds. Simulating race conditions in training, where running is immediately followed by strength exercises, can help improve this aspect further.
Mental Preparation: Mental toughness plays a significant role in overcoming challenging segments. Visualization techniques and setting small, achievable goals for each segment of the race can help maintain focus and motivation throughout.
By addressing these areas of improvement with targeted training and strategic race planning, Nicole Semlitsch can continue to build on her already impressive performance and achieve even greater success in future Hyrox races.