Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Paris 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 Verand Francois'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 Verand Francois'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 Verand Francois'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 Verand Francois'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
05:56.
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:
Francois Verand showed an impressive performance in the Hyrox 2024 Paris event. His overall rank is at the top 57%, with a time of 01:28:39, which proves his ability to complete the race at a good pace. His rank in his age group (40-44) is even better, at the top 54%, solidifying his competitive edge.
Francois's total running time was 00:39:01, which is 05:10 faster than the average. His strength is clearly in his running, as he maintained a consistently fast pace throughout all running segments. His fastest running lap was at an impressive 00:04:30.
In terms of race pacing, Francois started the race strong. He was significantly faster than average in the initial running segments, which could suggest a strong aerobic capacity and good race start strategy. However, we need to ensure that this fast start does not lead to a burn-out towards the end of the race.
Segments to Improve:
Wall Balls: This segment was slower than the average by 02:05. Francois can improve his performance here by incorporating more functional strength training, specifically focusing on leg and core strength. Exercises like squats, lunges, and deadlifts can help improve the strength and power needed for this segment.
Roxzone: Francois was slower than the average by 00:54 in this segment, suggesting he may need to improve his fitness level and transition time. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help improve overall fitness, while transition drills can help reduce the time taken between exercise zones.
Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was 00:51 slower than the average. Plyometric exercises, like box jumps and jump squats, can improve explosive power and speed for this segment. Regular practice of burpees can also help improve performance here.
Sled Push: Francois was slower than the average by 01:01 in this segment. This suggests a need for more strength training, specifically targeting the lower body and core. Exercises like weighted sled pushes and pulls can be beneficial here.
Farmers Carry: This segment was 01:05 slower than the average. Farmers carry is a whole-body strength exercise. Including more grip strength exercises and deadlifts in training can improve the performance in this segment.
Sandbag Lunges: This segment was 00:25 slower than the average. Weighted lunges and squats can help improve strength and stability for this segment.
Race Strategies:
While Francois's running performance is impressive, he needs to ensure that he doesn't exhaust himself in the initial segments of the race. He should aim to maintain a steady pace throughout the race, saving energy for the more strength-intensive segments towards the end.
In strength-intensive segments, Francois should focus on maintaining proper form and technique to prevent injury and ensure optimal efficiency.
Incorporating more active recovery techniques during transition times may also help improve performance in the Roxzone. This could include controlled breathing exercises and dynamic stretching.
Finally, regular practice of race day conditions, including compromised running scenarios post specific exercises, can also help Francois mentally and physically prepare for the race.