Kärkkäinen Risto Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Malaga 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

FIN FIN Flag Men 35-39 #110025 01:16:51 53rd in AG | Top 21.8% 246th | Top 20.0%
-02:54
35:42
Run Total
-00:21
04:28
Avg. Lap
-00:11
04:01
Best Lap
+02:18
34:49
Workout Total
+00:18
04:21
Avg. Workout
+00:40
06:25
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 Kärkkäinen Risto'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 Kärkkäinen Risto'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 Kärkkäinen Risto'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 Kärkkäinen Risto'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 05:01. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:36 Potential Improvement 31.9% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Wall Balls 01:36 06:39 to 05:03 31.9%
Sandbag Lunges 01:09 05:15 to 04:06 22.9%
Sled Push 00:51 03:08 to 02:17 16.9%
Sled Pull 00:29 04:25 to 03:56 9.6%
Farmers Carry 00:25 02:11 to 01:46 8.3%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:21 04:25 to 04:04 7.0%
Ski Erg 00:10 04:21 to 04:11 3.3%
Rowing 00:00 04:25 to 04:25 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 35:42 to 35:42 0.0%

Splits Time

Kärkkäinen Risto Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:37 00:00 04:15 +00:22 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:21 04:37 04:18 +00:03 04:15 +00:22
Running 2 04:01 08:58 04:32 -00:31 08:33 +00:25
Sled Push 03:08 12:59 02:37 +00:31 13:05 -00:06
Running 3 04:02 16:07 04:54 -00:52 15:42 +00:25
Sled Pull 04:25 20:09 04:22 +00:03 20:36 -00:27
Running 4 04:04 24:34 04:52 -00:48 24:58 -00:24
Burpees Broad Jump 04:25 28:38 04:32 -00:07 29:50 -01:12
Running 5 04:26 33:03 05:00 -00:34 34:22 -01:19
Rowing 04:25 37:29 04:36 -00:11 39:22 -01:53
Running 6 04:43 41:54 04:53 -00:10 43:58 -02:04
Farmers Carry 02:11 46:37 01:59 +00:12 48:51 -02:14
Running 7 04:28 48:48 04:52 -00:24 50:50 -02:02
Sandbag Lunges 05:15 53:16 04:28 +00:47 55:42 -02:26
Running 8 05:24 58:31 05:17 +00:07 01:00:10 -01:39
Wall Balls 06:39 01:03:55 05:39 +01:00 01:05:27 -01:32
Roxzone 06:25 01:16:51 05:45 +00:40 01:16:51
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Risto Kärkkäinen demonstrated a strong performance in the 2024 Malaga HYROX event, finishing in the top 24% of all athletes and the top 33% within his age group. His total running time was significantly faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, his performance in strength-related segments, particularly the Wall Balls, Sandbag Lunges, and Sled Push, suggests that while his running is a considerable strength, there is room for improvement in his strength and power exercises. Risto’s pacing appeared to start slightly slower in the initial running segment but improved dramatically as the race progressed, showcasing an excellent ability to manage and distribute his energy throughout the event. His Roxzone time indicates room for improvement in overall fitness and transition times between exercises.

Segments to Improve:

  • Wall Balls: Risto’s performance in Wall Balls was significantly slower than average. To improve, Risto should focus on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with an emphasis on lower body power and core stability. Exercises like squat jumps, thrusters, and medicine ball slams can enhance his explosive power, which is crucial for Wall Balls. Practicing the Wall Ball exercise with varying weights and heights can also help improve technique and endurance.
  • Sandbag Lunges: This segment was another area where Risto was slower than average. Incorporating weighted lunges, step-ups, and Bulgarian split squats into his training can build leg strength and endurance. Sandbag carries and bear crawl exercises will also improve his ability to maintain form and pace under load.
  • Sled Push: To improve his time in the Sled Push, Risto should focus on building leg and core strength. Weighted sled pushes and pulls, heavy squats, and deadlifts can increase his power. Agility drills that improve quick directional changes and acceleration, such as shuttle runs, can also be beneficial.
  • Roxzone: The slower Roxzone time suggests a need for improved overall fitness and faster transitions. Circuit training that mimics the race's structure, including short bursts of high-intensity exercises followed by quick transitions to different movements, can help Risto improve in this area. Practicing specific transition drills between exercises can also reduce downtime.

Race Strategies:

  • Energy Distribution: Given Risto’s strong running ability, he should continue to leverage this strength but may benefit from a slightly more conservative start to preserve energy for strength-based segments. Interval running training that includes bursts of speed following strength exercises can simulate race conditions and improve his energy management.
  • Strength Segment Focus: During training, Risto should prioritize back-to-back strength and endurance sessions, focusing on the segments identified as areas for improvement. This approach will help build his muscular endurance and capacity to maintain performance levels even when fatigued.
  • Transition Efficiency: Improving transition times can significantly impact overall performance. Risto should practice quick transitions between running and strength exercises, focusing on reducing rest periods and optimizing movement between stations.
  • Mental Preparation: Mental toughness and the ability to push through challenging segments are critical. Visualization techniques and practicing race pace under fatigue can help Risto mentally prepare for the demands of each segment and improve his resilience during the race.

By addressing these specific areas of improvement and implementing strategic training adjustments, Risto Kärkkäinen can enhance his performance in HYROX races, turning identified weaknesses into strengths and achieving an even more competitive overall time.

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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