Season 22/23 2023 Köln (785) HYROX (631) Men (446) Heurs Thorben

Heurs Thorben Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2023 Köln 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

GER GER Flag Men 50-54 #150023 01:16:02 4th in AG | Top 12.5% 96th | Top 21.5%
+02:08
40:28
Run Total
+00:17
05:04
Avg. Lap
-00:56
03:14
Best Lap
-01:25
30:41
Workout Total
-00:10
03:50
Avg. Workout
-00:38
04:58
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 Heurs Thorben'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 Heurs Thorben'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 Heurs Thorben'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 Heurs Thorben'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 05:56. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

03:26 Potential Improvement 57.9% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 03:26 40:28 to 37:02 57.9%
Burpees Broad Jump 01:20 05:18 to 03:58 22.5%
Sandbag Lunges 01:10 05:12 to 04:02 19.7%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:07 to 04:07 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 02:01 to 02:01 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 03:07 to 03:07 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:25 to 04:25 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 01:39 to 01:39 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 04:52 to 04:52 0.0%

Splits Time

Heurs Thorben Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:14 00:00 04:14 -01:00 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:07 03:14 04:17 -00:10 04:14 -01:00
Running 2 04:57 07:21 04:31 +00:26 08:31 -01:10
Sled Push 02:01 12:18 02:36 -00:35 13:02 -00:44
Running 3 05:34 14:19 04:52 +00:42 15:38 -01:19
Sled Pull 03:07 19:53 04:18 -01:11 20:30 -00:37
Running 4 05:37 23:00 04:50 +00:47 24:48 -01:48
Burpees Broad Jump 05:18 28:37 04:27 +00:51 29:38 -01:01
Running 5 05:43 33:55 04:57 +00:46 34:05 -00:10
Rowing 04:25 39:38 04:35 -00:10 39:02 +00:36
Running 6 05:35 44:03 04:52 +00:43 43:37 +00:26
Farmers Carry 01:39 49:38 01:56 -00:17 48:29 +01:09
Running 7 05:32 51:17 04:51 +00:41 50:25 +00:52
Sandbag Lunges 05:12 56:49 04:25 +00:47 55:16 +01:33
Running 8 04:20 01:02:01 05:13 -00:53 59:41 +02:20
Wall Balls 04:52 01:06:21 05:32 -00:40 01:04:54 +01:27
Roxzone 04:58 01:16:02 05:36 -00:38 01:16:02
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


Thorben Heurs had a strong performance in the 2023 Köln Hyrox race, finishing in the top 15% of all athletes and in the top 10% of his age group. His overall time of 01:16:02 is commendable, but there are areas where he can improve to enhance his performance further.

Thorben's total running time of 00:40:28 is 03:07 slower than the average for his finish time. This suggests that he can work on improving his running speed and endurance. However, it is worth noting that his best running lap of 00:03:14 was 00:50 faster than average, indicating that he has the potential to excel in running.

Segments to Improve


Based on the splits analysis, the segments where Thorben lost the most time are the Run Total, Burpees Broad Jump, Sandbag Lunges, Running 5, Running 4, Running 6, Running 7, Running 3, and Running 2. These segments should be the focus of his training and improvement efforts.

To enhance his performance in the Run Total segment, Thorben should focus on improving his overall fitness and his transition time. Incorporating interval training, tempo runs, and hill sprints into his training routine will help increase his running speed and endurance. Additionally, practicing quick and efficient transitions between exercises will help minimize time lost in the Roxzone.

For the Burpees Broad Jump segment, Thorben can benefit from specific exercises that target explosive power and agility. Box jumps, plyometric push-ups, and agility ladder drills can help improve his performance in this segment. It is also crucial for him to focus on maintaining proper form and technique during the burpees to ensure maximum efficiency.

In the Sandbag Lunges segment, Thorben should work on improving his endurance and leg strength. Exercises such as weighted lunges, step-ups, and Bulgarian split squats will help build the necessary muscles and improve his performance in this segment. It is essential for him to maintain a steady pace and avoid taking breaks during the lunges to minimize time lost.

To improve his running performance in segments 5, 4, 6, 7, 3, and 2, Thorben should incorporate interval training and tempo runs into his training routine. These workouts will help increase his running speed and endurance, allowing him to maintain a faster pace throughout the race. Additionally, focusing on proper running form and technique, such as maintaining an upright posture and landing with a midfoot strike, will further enhance his performance.

Strategies


During the race, Thorben should implement the following strategies for better performance:

1. Pacing:
Thorben should focus on maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race, avoiding starting too fast and burning out later. By pacing himself properly, he can ensure he has enough energy to perform well in all segments.

2. Transitions:
Thorben should aim to minimize time spent in the Roxzone by practicing quick and efficient transitions between exercises. This can be achieved by practicing the specific transitions during his training sessions and focusing on smooth and swift movements.

3. Mental Preparation:
Hyrox races require mental resilience and determination. Thorben should mentally prepare himself before the race by visualizing success, setting specific goals for each segment, and staying focused and motivated throughout the race.

By implementing these strategies and incorporating the suggested training techniques and exercises, Thorben Heurs can improve his overall performance and excel 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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Other Results from this athlete
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2024 Hamburg 01:12:10
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2024 Frankfurt 01:16:17
2024 World Championships Nice 01:28:13

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