Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Karlsruhe 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
597 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 Pro 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 597 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 597 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Kotte Thomas'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 Kotte Thomas'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 597 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 Kotte Thomas'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 Pro 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 Kotte Thomas'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
04:23.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 597 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
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Overall Performance:
Thomas Kotte demonstrated a strong performance in the 2024 Karlsruhe HYROX PRO event, particularly excelling in his age group (55-59) by securing the top position and achieving an overall rank of 84 among 227 athletes. His total running time was 00:38:01, which is 00:49 faster than the average, indicating a stronger runner profile. However, there is a notable variation in performance across different segments, suggesting areas for improvement, particularly in strength-focused exercises. Kotte's strong start in the first running segment placed him well ahead of the average but showed a decline in performance in several key exercises, indicating potential fatigue or weaker strength conditioning in those areas.
Segments to Improve:
Burpees Broad Jump: Kotte's performance in this segment was significantly slower than average. To improve, focus on plyometric exercises to increase explosive power and endurance. Incorporate box jumps, squat jumps, and interval training to build up speed and efficiency. Practicing the specific technique of the burpee broad jump, including optimizing the jump distance and minimizing ground contact time, will also be beneficial.
Wall Balls: This was another weaker segment for Kotte. To enhance performance, work on upper body and core strength through medicine ball throws, thrusters, and kettlebell swings. Practicing wall balls with varying weights and heights can help in adapting to the demands of the race, focusing on form to ensure efficient energy use.
Sandbag Lunges: The slower time suggests a need for improved lower body strength and endurance. Incorporating lunges with varying weights, step-ups, and resistance training can build the necessary strength. Sandbag-specific workouts, emphasizing grip strength and transition efficiency, will also aid performance.
Sled Push: To address the slower sled push time, focus on leg power and cardiovascular endurance. Training should include weighted sled pushes and pulls, hill sprints, and leg press exercises to build the needed strength and endurance for this segment.
Ski Erg: Although not the weakest, there's room for improvement. Enhancing upper body endurance and power through exercises like pull-ups, rows, and interval training on the Ski Erg machine itself will help decrease time in this segment.
Race Strategies:
Start Pacing: While Kotte started strong, maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race will prevent burnout in later segments. Implementing a strategic pacing plan that accounts for strength and running segments can optimize performance.
Transitions (Roxzone): With a faster than average Roxzone time, Kotte shows good transition potential but can still improve. Focusing on reducing rest time and practicing efficient transitions between exercises in training will help shave off crucial seconds.
Strength vs. Running Balance: Given Kotte’s runner profile, balancing out strength training with running will be key. Incorporating more strength-focused workouts in the training regimen, especially targeting the identified weaker segments, while maintaining running endurance, will create a more balanced athlete profile.
Recovery and Nutrition: Implementing a structured recovery and nutrition plan will support improved performance and faster recovery between segments. This includes active recovery, proper hydration, and nutritional strategies tailored to endurance and strength needs.
In summary, Thomas Kotte's performance in the 2024 Karlsruhe event highlights his strengths as a runner and points to specific areas for improvement in strength-focused segments. By tailoring his training to address these areas, optimizing race strategies, and focusing on balanced conditioning, Kotte can further enhance his performance 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 Pro Men