Merkel Manuel
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Stuttgart 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.
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 Merkel Manuel'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 Merkel Manuel'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 Merkel Manuel'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 Merkel Manuel'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
01:42.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
00:40
Potential Improvement
39.2%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Manuel Merkel delivered a commendable performance in the 2024 Stuttgart Hyrox race, finishing in the top 27% of all competitors. His overall time of 01:24:05 demonstrates a competitive edge in his age group, where he ranked 63rd. Manuel's total running time was 41:33, which is notably 43 seconds faster than the average, indicating a strong running ability. However, his initial running segments, particularly Running 1, started slower, suggesting a pacing strategy that might benefit from adjustment. Given his running strength, Manuel exhibits a hybrid profile with a slight inclination towards running. His prowess in certain strength exercises like the Sled Push and Wall Balls illustrates a balanced skill set.
Segments to Improve
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Roxzone: Manuel spent 2:26 longer than average in the Roxzone transitions. To improve efficiency:
- Drills: Practice quick transitions by simulating race conditions in training. Set up a mini-course that mimics the transitions between exercises and focus on minimizing downtime.
- Exercises: Circuit training with emphasis on minimizing rest between sets. Include exercises that transition from running to strength, such as sprint into burpees or sled pushes.
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Burpees Broad Jump: 25 seconds slower than average.
- Technique: Focus on explosive power and efficient movement patterns. Ensure that the chest touches the ground fully and the jump is long and strong.
- Exercises: Incorporate plyometric drills, such as box jumps and tuck jumps, to build explosive strength. Add burpee drills focused on minimizing time between repetitions.
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Sled Pull: 11 seconds slower than average.
- Technique: Ensure proper hand positioning and use of leg strength to assist in pulling. Maintain a low, stable stance to maximize leverage.
- Exercises: Include sled pull drills with varying weights to improve strength and endurance. Add rowing exercises to enhance upper body pulling strength.
Race Strategies
- Pacing: Given the slower start in Running 1, consider a more aggressive start to maintain momentum from the beginning, while ensuring energy is conserved for later stages.
- Hybrid Training: Continue to balance both running and strength training. Incorporate compromised running sessions where running follows an intense strength exercise to mimic race fatigue.
- Mental Preparation: Develop a mental checklist for transitions to ensure focus and minimize Roxzone time. Visualization techniques can prepare the mind for these critical moments.
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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