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
506 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 506 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 506 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Ewald Mark'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 Ewald Mark'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 506 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 Ewald Mark'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 Ewald Mark'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
05:43.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 506 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Mark Ewald, a fitness athlete in the HYROX category for age group 55-59, demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Paris event. His overall rank was in the top 93% among 1579 athletes and he was in the top 81% within his age group, which was an impressive achievement considering the competitive nature of the event.
Mark's overall time was 01:55:33, which was a competitive completion time for his age group. His total running time, however, was 00:59:18, which was 03:24 slower than the average. This indicates that Mark has more of a strength-oriented profile and may benefit from focusing more on his running performance in future training.
Mark's initial pacing in the race, as seen in the Running 1 segment, was somewhat slower than the average. However, he seemed to find his rhythm as the race progressed, with improved times in the subsequent running segments. His fastest running lap was 00:06:29, indicating a potential for strong bursts of speed that can be harnessed further.
Segments to Improve:
Running Total: This is the area with the most potential for improvement. To enhance his running performance, Mark may want to incorporate more running-specific drills into his training routine. Interval training, where periods of high-intensity running are alternated with periods of recovery, can be particularly effective in improving both speed and endurance. He may also benefit from hill runs to increase leg strength and improve running form.
Roxzone: Mark's Roxzone time was slower than average, indicating that he may have spent more time resting or transitioning between segments. To improve this, Mark could work on increasing his overall fitness and improving his transition times. Specific exercises that could be beneficial include shuttle runs to practice quick changes in direction, and burpees or jump squats to increase cardiovascular fitness and speed up recovery times.
Sandbag Lunges and Farmers Carry: These are strength-based exercises where Mark's performance was slightly below average. To improve in these areas, Mark could incorporate more functional strength training into his routine. Exercises such as kettlebell swings, deadlifts, and weighted lunges can help to build strength and stability, which are crucial for these segments.
Race Strategies:
Adopting a strategic approach to the race can greatly enhance Mark's performance. Firstly, he should aim to start at a steady pace, conserving energy for the later stages of the race. This will help to prevent burnout and ensure that he has enough energy reserves for the strength-based segments towards the end of the race.
Secondly, focusing on efficient transitions between segments can save valuable time. This may involve practicing transitions during training to make them as smooth and quick as possible. Finally, incorporating a regular stretching and recovery routine can help to prevent injuries and ensure that Mark is in the best possible condition on race day.