Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Manchester 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
791 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 791 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 791 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Mendyk Przemyslaw'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 Mendyk Przemyslaw'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 791 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 Mendyk Przemyslaw'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 Mendyk Przemyslaw'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
06:26.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 791 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Przemyslaw Mendyk's performance in the 2024 Manchester Hyrox race places him solidly in the top 60% of all participants and just slightly above the midpoint in his age group. This demonstrates a commendable level of fitness and competitive spirit. Analyzing Przemyslaw's total running time, which is 03:52 slower than average, indicates a stronger inclination towards strength-based activities rather than pure running endurance. His performance in the roxzone, being significantly faster than average, shows good transition times between exercises, suggesting efficient movement and planning during non-exercise intervals. However, there's a notable variance in his pacing, with a strong start in Running 1 but a significant drop in performance in Running 2, indicating possible issues with pacing and endurance management across the race.
Segments to Improve:
Run Total & Running 2: Przemyslaw's total running time and his performance in Running 2 are areas needing significant improvement. Incorporating interval training, with a mix of short, high-intensity sprints and longer, steady-state runs, can help improve both speed and endurance. Fartlek training, which blends continuous training with interval training, is highly recommended to enhance pacing strategy and endurance. Additionally, focusing on running form, such as maintaining a consistent stride length and optimizing foot strike, can lead to more efficient running and reduced fatigue.
Farmers Carry: The considerable time loss in the Farmers Carry suggests a need to bolster grip strength and overall endurance when carrying loads. Exercises such as dead hangs, wrist curls, and farmer's walk with progressively heavier weights can improve grip strength. Incorporating functional movements like deadlifts and squats into the training regime can also enhance core stability and leg strength, making the carry less taxing.
Burpees Broad Jump: A slower-than-average performance in Burpees Broad Jump indicates potential areas for improvement in explosive strength and coordination. Plyometric exercises, such as box jumps, squat jumps, and lunge jumps, can increase explosive power, while practicing burpees with an emphasis on form can enhance efficiency. Combining these exercises into circuit training can mimic the race's demands on the body, improving both strength and endurance in this segment.
Ski Erg: Being slightly slower in the Ski Erg segment suggests a need for better upper body endurance and technique refinement. Incorporating upper body endurance workouts, such as pull-ups, push-ups, and rowing machine intervals, can build the necessary stamina. Technique drills focusing on proper form and maximizing pull length can also make each stroke more effective.
Race Strategies:
Pacing Strategy: Given the variance in running performance, adopting a more conservative start to prevent early fatigue is advisable. Monitoring heart rate can help Przemyslaw maintain an even effort throughout the race, allowing for a strong finish instead of an early peak.
Transition Efficiency: While already performing well in the roxzone, continuing to focus on minimizing time spent between exercises can compound advantages. Practicing quick transitions in training, including setting up equipment efficiently and visualizing the next movement, can shave off vital seconds.
Strength and Endurance Balance: Tailoring training to address weaknesses in running endurance while maintaining strength will be key. A balanced training program that does not neglect running for strength training or vice versa will ensure a more well-rounded performance in future races.
Mental Preparation: Hyrox races are as much a mental challenge as a physical one. Mental resilience training, including visualization techniques and stress management strategies, can prepare Przemyslaw to tackle the race's high-pressure moments more effectively.
By refining his approach to training, focusing on identified weaknesses, and implementing strategic race strategies, Przemyslaw Mendyk has the potential to significantly improve his performance in future Hyrox events.