Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Houston 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 Soto Nicolas'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 Soto Nicolas'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 Soto Nicolas'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 Soto Nicolas'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
04:25.
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:
Nicolas Soto displayed a commendable performance in the 2024 Houston HYROX race, achieving a rank within the top 49% of all athletes and just slightly over the midpoint in his age group. His total running time was notably 01:28 faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, the splits reveal a mixed performance across strength and endurance exercises, with standout achievements in the sled push but slower-than-average times in several strength-focused segments like the sled pull and burpees broad jump. Nicolas appears to have started the race strong, as evident from his first running segment, but encountered challenges with some of the strength exercises. His performance suggests a balanced but slightly more running-oriented athletic profile, with room for improvement in specific strength exercises and transitions (Roxzone).
Segments to Improve:
Sled Pull: Nicolas's time in the sled pull was significantly slower than average. To improve, focus on building lower body strength through exercises like deadlifts, squats, and leg presses. Incorporating specific sled pull training, including varied weights and distances, will also enhance performance. Practicing explosive starts can help increase initial momentum.
Burpees Broad Jump: Improving in this area requires enhanced lower body power and endurance. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps, squat jumps, and lunge jumps will build explosiveness. Burpee drills focusing on efficiency and speed, along with broad jump technique refinement, are essential. Incorporating interval training with burpees can also improve endurance and recovery.
Wall Balls: To address the slower time in wall balls, focus on upper body strength and conditioning. Exercises like thrusters, push presses, and medicine ball slams will help. Practice wall ball-specific workouts to improve form and efficiency, aiming for consistent rhythm and depth in squats.
Sandbag Lunges: This segment's slower time suggests a need for improved lower body strength and balance. Lunges with varied weights, step-ups, and stability exercises (e.g., single-leg deadlifts) will build strength and coordination. Sandbag-specific workouts, focusing on maintaining posture and balance, are crucial.
Farmers Carry: Enhancing grip strength and overall endurance are key. Incorporate grip strengthening exercises (e.g., dead hangs, farmer’s walk with incrementally heavier weights) and core stability workouts. Practice the farmers carry with an emphasis on posture and efficient movement.
Race Strategies:
Even Pacing: Given Nicolas's tendency to start strong, focusing on a more even pace throughout the race could conserve energy for more challenging segments. Splitting the race into phases and setting target times can help manage effort more effectively.
Transition Efficiency (Roxzone): Improving transition times requires not only physical readiness but also strategic planning. Practicing quick transitions between different exercises in training sessions can enhance overall performance. Mental rehearsals of the race layout and transitions can also reduce time lost during the race.
Strength Endurance Balance: Incorporating a balanced training regime that equally focuses on running and strength exercises will better prepare Nicolas for the demands of HYROX races. Integrate circuit training with a mix of cardio and strength exercises to mimic race conditions.
Recovery Focus: Given the race's physical demands, incorporating active recovery and flexibility exercises (e.g., yoga, foam rolling) into the training routine can improve muscle recovery and flexibility, reducing the risk of injuries.
By addressing these specific areas of improvement with targeted exercises and adopting strategic race strategies, Nicolas Soto can significantly enhance his HYROX performance, potentially moving up in both his age group and overall rankings.
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