Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Poznan 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 Szymański Mikołaj'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 Szymański Mikołaj'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 Szymański Mikołaj'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 Szymański Mikołaj'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
03:49.
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:
Mikołaj Szymański performed admirably in the Poznan 2024 Hyrox race, finishing in the top 53% of all participants and the top 51% in his age group. His overall time was 01:26:14, demonstrating a commendable level of endurance and strength. However, there is room for improvement, especially in making his transitions smoother and quicker, as indicated by his roxzone time, which was 01:56 slower than average.
When it comes to the overall running performance, Szymański's total running time was 00:43:56, which is 00:45 slower than the average. This suggests that he could benefit from a more focused running training routine. His pacing during the race indicates that he may have started a bit too slow as his time for running 1 was 00:39 slower than average. However, he managed to pick up his pace as the race progressed, with his time for running 7 being 00:23 faster than average.
Segments to Improve:
Roxzone: With a time of 00:08:47, which is 01:56 slower than average, this is one area where Szymański can make significant improvements. Focusing on improving overall fitness and transition times between exercise zones can help. Specific drills for enhancing speed in transitions could include practicing quick changes from one type of exercise to another, such as from running to strength training exercises, under timed conditions.
Running: Given that his overall running time was slower than average, Szymański would benefit from more targeted running training. This could include interval training to improve speed and endurance, hill sprints to develop power and strength, and long slow runs to boost aerobic capacity. Incorporating techniques, such as high knees, butt kicks and bounding, into his warm-up routine can also help in improving his running form and efficiency.
Wall Balls: With a time of 00:06:37, which is slightly slower than average, Szymański should focus on improving his wall balls performance. He could work on his squatting technique, ensuring proper depth and explosiveness, and also on his throwing and catching skills. Performing wall balls with a heavier ball during training can help enhance his strength and endurance for this exercise.
Race Strategies:
For future races, Szymański should consider a few key strategies:
Start Strong: As indicated by his slower start in running 1, improving his initial pace could help him gain a better position early in the race. However, he should be careful to conserve enough energy for the later stages of the race.
Smooth Transitions: Improving the transition times between exercise zones can significantly reduce his overall race time. He should aim to minimize rest time and make quick, efficient transitions.
Pacing: While Szymański managed to increase his pace as the race progressed, finding a consistent, sustainable pace from the start could help improve his overall performance. He can practice this during his training runs.