Leijten Niels Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Rotterdam 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 773 similar athletes.

Performance Highlights

NED NED Flag Men 40-44 #155006 01:50:22 151st in AG | Top 82.1% 1198th | Top 86.8%
-03:28
50:08
Run Total
-00:25
06:16
Avg. Lap
+00:06
05:37
Best Lap
-00:46
46:02
Workout Total
-00:06
05:45
Avg. Workout
+04:16
14:16
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 773 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 773 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Leijten Niels'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 Leijten Niels'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 773 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 Leijten Niels'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 Leijten Niels'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 02:33. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

00:51 Potential Improvement 33.3% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Rowing 00:51 06:10 to 05:19 33.3%
Ski Erg 00:49 05:39 to 04:50 32.0%
Sled Pull 00:28 06:56 to 06:28 18.3%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:25 07:47 to 07:22 16.3%
Sled Push 00:00 03:05 to 03:05 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:17 to 02:17 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 06:14 to 06:14 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 07:54 to 07:54 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 50:08 to 50:08 0.0%

Splits Time

Leijten Niels Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 06:19 00:00 05:25 +00:54 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 05:39 06:19 04:47 +00:52 05:25 +00:54
Running 2 05:37 11:58 06:00 -00:23 10:12 +01:46
Sled Push 03:05 17:35 03:42 -00:37 16:12 +01:23
Running 3 06:26 20:40 06:41 -00:15 19:54 +00:46
Sled Pull 06:56 27:06 06:32 +00:24 26:35 +00:31
Running 4 06:06 34:02 06:42 -00:36 33:07 +00:55
Burpees Broad Jump 07:47 40:08 07:31 +00:16 39:49 +00:19
Running 5 06:06 47:55 07:00 -00:54 47:20 +00:35
Rowing 06:10 54:01 05:21 +00:49 54:20 -00:19
Running 6 05:48 01:00:11 06:43 -00:55 59:41 +00:30
Farmers Carry 02:17 01:05:59 02:47 -00:30 01:06:24 -00:25
Running 7 06:06 01:08:16 06:47 -00:41 01:09:11 -00:55
Sandbag Lunges 06:14 01:14:22 06:59 -00:45 01:15:58 -01:36
Running 8 07:45 01:20:36 08:16 -00:31 01:22:57 -02:21
Wall Balls 07:54 01:28:21 09:09 -01:15 01:31:13 -02:52
Roxzone 14:16 01:50:22 10:00 +04:16 01:50:22
Based on 773 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Niels Leijten's performance in the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX race positions him in the top 60% of all athletes and top 56% in his age group, showcasing a robust effort. A standout feature of his race was the total running time, which was 03:52 faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, the significant time lost in the Roxzone suggests an area for improvement in terms of fitness and transition efficiency. Despite starting slower in Running 1, Niels demonstrated an ability to maintain and even pick up pace in later running segments, which shows good endurance but also room for pacing strategy improvements. His strength in sled push and farmers carry indicates solid physical power, whereas slower times in Ski Erg, Burpees Broad Jump, and Rowing highlight areas needing focused improvement.

Segments to Improve:

  • Roxzone: To enhance fitness and transition times, Niels could benefit from incorporating circuit training into his routine, with short, intense workouts followed by minimal rest. Practicing transitions between exercises can also reduce Roxzone time. Drills might include timed sets of moving quickly from one exercise to another or mock transition runs to simulate race day conditions.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: Improvement in this segment requires both strength and technique refinement. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps and depth jumps will help build explosive power. Technique drills focusing on the efficiency of the broad jump and rapid burpees can also reduce time spent on this segment. Practicing burpees with a focus on landing softly and jumping as far as possible with each rep will be crucial.
  • Sled Pull: To improve sled pull times, strengthening the posterior chain muscles is essential. Exercises like deadlifts, pull-throughs, and kettlebell swings can increase strength in the required muscle groups. Incorporating sled drags into training, with both light sleds for speed and heavy sleds for strength, will directly translate to better performance.
  • Ski Erg: Improving times on the Ski Erg involves both technique and endurance. Interval training on the Ski Erg, focusing on maintaining high intensity for short bursts followed by brief rest periods, will build specific endurance. Technique work, ensuring efficient use of the entire body during the pull, can also make a significant difference. Engaging in core strengthening exercises will support better posture and power transfer.
  • Rowing: Similar to the Ski Erg, interval training will also benefit rowing performance, focusing on improving stroke power and efficiency. Technique drills emphasizing leg drive and proper sequencing of the stroke can enhance overall speed. Core exercises, along with lower back strengthening, will support better form and endurance on the rower.

Race Strategies:

  • Pacing: Given Niels' tendency to start slower and improve pace, working on a more consistent pacing strategy could yield overall time improvements. Interval training can help simulate race conditions, teaching energy conservation during the early stages and allowing for strong finishes.
  • Transition Efficiency: Practicing quick transitions between exercises in training will decrease Roxzone time. This includes not only physical readiness to move to the next exercise but also mental preparation for what's coming next, reducing downtime.
  • Strength and Endurance Balance: While Niels shows a strong running profile, balancing running with strength training will ensure that he does not slow down significantly in strength-focused segments. A mixed training approach, incorporating endurance running, sprint work, and strength training, will create a more well-rounded athlete profile.
  • Mock Races: Conducting full or partial mock races during training can help Niels gauge his performance across all segments and practice pacing and transitions in a race-like environment. This will also allow him to adjust strategies based on what works best for him.

By focusing on these targeted areas of improvement and implementing the suggested strategies, Niels Leijten can look forward to significant performance enhancements in future HYROX races.

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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