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.
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 Punselie Jacky'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 Punselie Jacky'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 Punselie Jacky'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 Punselie Jacky'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
03:46.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Jacky Punselie demonstrated commendable athleticism in the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX, securing a position in the top 21% overall and top 25% in his age group. His performance showcases a balanced athletic profile with a slight inclination towards strength-based events, as indicated by his better-than-average results in the Ski Erg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, and Sandbag Lunges. However, there's a noticeable opportunity for improvement in his overall running time, which was slightly slower than average. Additionally, Jacky's pacing seems to have been inconsistent, starting slower in the initial running segment but gaining momentum in the middle segments before slowing down again towards the end. This pacing strategy suggests potential areas for improvement in endurance and running efficiency, as well as the need for a more consistent race pace.
Segments to Improve:
Total Running Time: Given that Jacky's total running time was slower than average, focusing on increasing running efficiency and endurance will be crucial. Interval training, incorporating both short sprints and long runs into the training regimen, can help improve cardiovascular endurance. Additionally, hill repeats and tempo runs can boost running strength and pace consistency. To ensure running performance doesn't significantly drop post-strength exercises, brick workouts that simulate the race's transition from a strength exercise to running should be incorporated regularly.
Roxzone: The slower Roxzone time suggests Jacky could benefit from improving his transition times and overall fitness. Incorporating circuit training that mimics the race's structure, alternating between strength exercises and short, intense runs, can help reduce transition times and improve recovery between exercises.
Farmers Carry: Jacky's performance in the Farmers Carry was significantly slower than average. To improve, grip strength exercises, such as dead hangs and grip crushers, combined with core strengthening exercises like planks and farmer's walk with heavier weights, will be beneficial. Additionally, practicing the farmers carry at varied paces can help identify an optimal speed that balances speed with endurance over distance.
Wall Balls: A slight slowdown in the Wall Balls segment suggests room for improvement in both technique and muscular endurance. High-repetition wall ball training, focusing on form correction to ensure efficiency, and incorporating exercises like thrusters and med ball cleans can help improve performance in this area. Squat endurance and shoulder strength are also critical, so targeted exercises like overhead presses and squat variations should be part of the training routine.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Developing a consistent pace strategy that starts conservatively and allows for gradual acceleration could help Jacky maintain a steadier performance throughout the race. Splitting the race into sections and setting target times based on training performance can aid in managing effort more effectively.
Transitions: Minimizing time spent in the Roxzone by practicing quick transitions between exercises during training sessions will help decrease overall time. This includes both physical and mental preparation for the next segment to ensure smooth and swift changes.
Mid-Race Evaluation: Implementing a mid-race self-evaluation strategy to assess current performance against planned pacing can allow for on-the-fly adjustments. Recognizing when to push harder or conserve energy based on the body's feedback can be the key to optimizing race performance.
Strength Endurance Balance: Given Jacky's slight inclination towards strength, continuing to build on this strength while significantly improving endurance through targeted running workouts will ensure a more balanced performance. Emphasizing recovery, through both nutrition and rest, will also be vital in supporting increased training demands.
Overall, Jacky has shown strong potential in HYROX races. With focused training on identified areas for improvement and strategic adjustments to his race approach, there's a clear path to elevating his performance in future events.