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
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 Van Der Star Dennis'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 Van Der Star Dennis'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 Van Der Star Dennis'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 Van Der Star Dennis'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
05:04.
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:
Dennis Van Der Star showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX, placing in the top 7% of all athletes and top 9% within his age group. His overall time was impressive, but a detailed analysis indicates a mixed profile with strengths in both running and strength exercises, leaning slightly towards a stronger prowess in strength-based segments. His total running time was slightly slower than average, indicating room for improvement in his running efficiency and speed. His pacing seems to have been conservative at the start, with initial running segments slower than average, but he was able to maintain a stable performance throughout, demonstrating his endurance and resilience.
Segments to Improve:
Running (Total running time): Dennis's running segments, particularly the initial ones, were slower than average. To enhance his running speed and efficiency, incorporating interval training, hill sprints, and tempo runs into his routine could prove beneficial. Focusing on improving VO2 max and lactate threshold will help increase his pace and maintain it over distance. Technique drills such as high knees, butt kicks, and stride outs can also improve his running form, making his strides more efficient.
Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was significantly slower, indicating a potential lack of explosive power and endurance. Incorporating plyometric exercises such as box jumps, jump squats, and lunge jumps will help improve his explosive strength. Also, practicing burpees with an emphasis on the broad jump component can help him become more efficient in this specific exercise, reducing his overall time.
Roxzone: The slightly slower Roxzone time suggests that Dennis could benefit from enhancing his overall fitness level and improving transition times between exercises. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) could be particularly effective for increasing his fitness level, while practicing transitions between different types of exercises could reduce the time spent in the Roxzone.
Sled Pull: Although only slightly faster than average, there's room for improvement. Strengthening the posterior chain muscles through exercises like deadlifts, kettlebell swings, and pull-throughs can enhance his sled pull performance. Additionally, practicing the sled pull with varied weights and distances can help him develop a more efficient technique for this segment.
Race Strategies:
Start Strong but Steady: Dennis should aim for a strong start without going out too fast to avoid early fatigue. By pacing himself slightly faster than his usual early segments but within a comfortable threshold, he can save energy for the latter half of the race.
Focus on Technique During Strength Segments: Given his strength in these areas, maintaining focus on technique can prevent unnecessary energy expenditure. Efficient movement patterns in exercises like the sled pull and sandbag lunges can conserve energy for running segments.
Efficient Transitions: Minimizing time spent in the Roxzone through efficient transitions between exercises can shave crucial seconds off his overall time. Practicing these transitions during training can make them more fluid during the race.
Endurance Training for Running: To improve his total running time, Dennis should integrate more endurance-based running workouts into his training. Long, steady runs combined with speed work will help improve his cardiovascular capacity and running efficiency.
Explosive Power Work: Given the need for improvement in the Burpees Broad Jump, incorporating exercises aimed at increasing explosive power will be crucial. This will not only improve his performance in this specific segment but also in his overall running through enhanced power generation.
By focusing on these areas of improvement and integrating the suggested exercises and strategies into his training, Dennis Van Der Star can look forward to even stronger performances 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