Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Rimini 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.
Performance Highlights
ITA Men #124029 01:21:05
59th in
AG
| Top 5.1%
340th | Top 29.4%
-03:56
36:41
Run Total
-00:29
04:35
Avg. Lap
-00:23
04:01
Best Lap
+03:56
38:10
Workout Total
+00:30
04:46
Avg. Workout
+00:02
06:19
Roxzone
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 Buono Alberto'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 Buono Alberto'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 Buono Alberto'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 Buono Alberto'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
07:00.
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:
Alberto Buono showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Rimini HYROX race, finishing in the top 22% of his age group and overall. His strengths are clearly in the running segments, where he consistently outperformed the average, suggesting a strong runner’s profile. Notably, his total running time was significantly faster than average, indicating his proficiency and endurance in running. However, there appears to be a disparity between his running and strength exercises, with areas such as the Burpees Broad Jump, Sandbag Lunges, and Wall Balls showing considerable room for improvement. His pacing started exceptionally strong but seemed to affect his performance in strength-focused challenges later in the race, indicating a potential oversight in pacing strategy or a disparity in training focus between running and strength conditioning.
Segments to Improve:
Sandbag Lunges: Alberto's performance in Sandbag Lunges was notably his weakest area. To improve, Alberto should incorporate lunges with varying weights into his training routine, progressively increasing the weight to build strength and endurance. Additionally, exercises like Bulgarian split squats and weighted step-ups could enhance his stability and power for this segment. Focusing on core strength will also aid in maintaining form under fatigue.
Wall Balls: For Wall Balls, the key to improvement lies in enhancing explosive power and muscular endurance. Exercises such as thrusters, squat presses, and medicine ball slams can be beneficial. Emphasizing the development of a squatting posture that allows for efficient transfer of energy from the lower body through to the upper body during the throw is crucial. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) incorporating these movements can also improve cardiovascular endurance, reducing fatigue during this segment.
Burpees Broad Jump: Alberto's performance in the Burpees Broad Jump suggests a need for improvement in both technique and explosive strength. Plyometric exercises, including box jumps, broad jumps, and burpees, should be a staple in his regimen. Training should also emphasize the integration of full-body movements to improve coordination and the ability to generate power efficiently across multiple joints and muscle groups.
Roxzone: The Roxzone time indicates slower transitions or rest periods than average. Improving overall fitness through a balanced approach to strength and endurance training will help. Incorporating circuit training with minimal rest between exercises can simulate the transition periods in a race, improving his ability to quickly recover and move between different types of physical challenges.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Given Alberto's strong start but noticeable drop in performance in strength-focused segments, adopting a more conservative pacing strategy at the beginning might preserve energy for later challenges. Interval training that mimics the race's structure (alternating between running and strength exercises) can help Alberto find a sustainable pace that balances his running strengths with the demands of strength exercises.
Transition Efficiency: Reducing time in the Roxzone is crucial. Practicing quick transitions between running and strength exercises during training sessions will help. This includes setting up mock stations to simulate race conditions, thereby improving both physical readiness and mental preparedness for swift changes in exercise modality.
Mental Fortitude: Mental resilience training, including visualization techniques and positive self-talk, can be especially useful for overcoming the psychological challenges presented by weaker segments. Recognizing the onset of fatigue and employing strategies to push through can make a significant difference in performance.
Nutrition and Recovery: Focusing on nutrition to optimize energy levels and recovery times will support the increased demands of a more balanced training regimen. Incorporating protein for muscle repair, carbohydrates for energy, and staying hydrated are key for improving overall race performance and recovery.
By addressing these specific areas of improvement with targeted training strategies and adjusting his race-day approach, Alberto Buono has the potential to significantly enhance his performance in future HYROX events, possibly achieving an even higher rank and better overall time.