Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Amsterdam 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 Buning Matthijs'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 Buning Matthijs'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 Buning Matthijs'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 Buning Matthijs'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
07:35.
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:
Matthijs Buning demonstrated a commendable performance at the 2024 Amsterdam Hyrox race, ranking in the top third of all participants and his age group. His strength was evident in exercises like the Sled Push, Burpee Broad Jump, Farmers Carry, and Wall Balls, where he outperformed the field significantly. However, his total running time suggests a need for improvement in running efficiency, as he was 5:47 slower than the average. The analysis of running segments indicates a tendency to start too slow, shown by his ranking in the 99th percentile for Running 1. Overall, Matthijs exhibits a strong hybrid profile with a particular strength in non-running events, suggesting a focus on improving running performance to balance his skill set.
Segments to Improve:
Total Running Time: Matthijs's running segments consistently lagged behind the average. To enhance his running performance, he should incorporate interval training, focusing on both speed and endurance. Specific exercises include:
Fartlek Runs: Alternate between fast and slow paces to improve speed and stamina.
Tempo Runs: Maintain a steady, challenging pace to build endurance.
Hill Sprints: Increase cardiovascular strength and power.
Roxzone: Matthijs spent more time transitioning between zones than average, indicating potential inefficiencies. To improve, focus on:
Transition Drills: Practice quick transitions between exercises in training to simulate race conditions.
Overall Fitness: Enhance cardiovascular and muscular endurance with circuit training that mimics race conditions.
Rowing: While not as significant as the running or roxzone, the rowing segment also showed room for improvement. Focus on technique and power output:
Rowing Technique: Work on stroke efficiency and power application through form-focused sessions.
Power Intervals: Perform shorter, high-intensity rowing intervals to boost power output and endurance.
Race Strategies:
Pacing Strategy: Start at a steady pace, avoiding the initial slow start observed in Running 1. Implement a negative split strategy where the second half of the race is faster than the first.
Efficient Transitions: Minimize time spent in the roxzone by practicing quick and smooth transitions during training.
Focus on Strengths: Leverage his strength in non-running events to gain time and confidence during the race.
Compromised Running: Practice running immediately after strength exercises to simulate fatigue and improve running efficiency under duress.
By focusing on these targeted improvements and strategies, Matthijs can enhance his overall performance in future Hyrox competitions.