Season 23/24 2024 Köln (1618) HYROX (1307) Men (817) Van Baal Marck

Van Baal Marck Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 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

NED NED Flag Men 25-29 #144019 01:23:06 82nd in AG | Top 53.2% 405th | Top 49.6%
+01:43
43:18
Run Total
+00:14
05:25
Avg. Lap
+00:33
05:00
Best Lap
-02:48
32:17
Workout Total
-00:21
04:02
Avg. Workout
+01:08
07:36
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 Van Baal Marck'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 Baal Marck'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 Baal Marck'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 Baal Marck'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 03:34. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

02:49 Potential Improvement 79.0% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 02:49 43:18 to 40:29 79.0%
Farmers Carry 00:21 02:19 to 01:58 9.8%
Sandbag Lunges 00:14 04:51 to 04:37 6.5%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:08 04:51 to 04:43 3.7%
Ski Erg 00:01 04:20 to 04:19 0.5%
Wall Balls 00:01 05:46 to 05:45 0.5%
Sled Push 00:00 02:01 to 02:01 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 03:39 to 03:39 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:30 to 04:30 0.0%

Splits Time

Van Baal Marck Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:37 00:00 04:29 +01:08 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:20 05:37 04:24 -00:04 04:29 +01:08
Running 2 05:06 09:57 04:52 +00:14 08:53 +01:04
Sled Push 02:01 15:03 02:51 -00:50 13:45 +01:18
Running 3 05:00 17:04 05:16 -00:16 16:36 +00:28
Sled Pull 03:39 22:04 04:46 -01:07 21:52 +00:12
Running 4 05:01 25:43 05:14 -00:13 26:38 -00:55
Burpees Broad Jump 04:51 30:44 05:02 -00:11 31:52 -01:08
Running 5 05:16 35:35 05:24 -00:08 36:54 -01:19
Rowing 04:30 40:51 04:45 -00:15 42:18 -01:27
Running 6 05:19 45:21 05:16 +00:03 47:03 -01:42
Farmers Carry 02:19 50:40 02:08 +00:11 52:19 -01:39
Running 7 05:44 52:59 05:15 +00:29 54:27 -01:28
Sandbag Lunges 04:51 58:43 04:54 -00:03 59:42 -00:59
Running 8 06:17 01:03:34 05:47 +00:30 01:04:36 -01:02
Wall Balls 05:46 01:09:51 06:15 -00:29 01:10:23 -00:32
Roxzone 07:36 01:23:06 06:28 +01:08 01:23:06
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer

Overall Performance:

Marck Van Baal showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Köln Hyrox race, finishing in the top 31% overall and top 30% within his age group. This performance indicates a strong competitive level within a highly challenging field. Marck's proficiency is particularly notable in strength-focused segments, such as the Sled Push and Sled Pull, where he significantly outperformed the average. His best running lap suggests potential in running, yet the total running time being slower than average indicates a greater affinity or current conditioning towards strength exercises over endurance running. Marck appears to start his running segments at a pace that is too slow compared to the average, which suggests potential pacing issues or a strategic reserve of energy for later exercises. His profile leans towards a hybrid athlete with a stronger inclination towards strength.

Segments to Improve:

  • Total Running Time: Given that Marck's total running time is slower than average, focusing on improving cardiovascular endurance and running efficiency will be beneficial. Interval training, such as 400 to 800-meter repeats with short rest periods, can help improve speed and endurance. Incorporating tempo runs and long, slow distance runs into the training routine will also enhance overall running performance. Running technique workshops could provide insights into more efficient running form.
  • Roxzone: The Roxzone time indicates slower transitions between exercises or unnecessary rest. To improve, Marck should focus on overall fitness and specifically work on reducing transition times through simulated race conditions in training, practicing quick shifts between different types of workouts (e.g., from running to strength exercises and vice versa) to mimic race conditions more closely.
  • Farmers Carry: To improve in this area, Marck could incorporate grip strength exercises, such as dead hangs and farmer's walk with gradually increasing distances and weights. Also, working on core stability through planks and weighted carries can improve posture and efficiency during the farmer's carry segment.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: Efficiency in this segment can be enhanced by focusing on plyometric exercises to improve explosive power and agility. Exercises such as box jumps, squat jumps, and lunge jumps will be beneficial. Practicing the burpees broad jump with emphasis on form and landing technique can also help reduce the time taken for this segment.
  • Sandbag Lunges and Wall Balls: These segments can benefit from targeted strength and conditioning work. For sandbag lunges, incorporating lunges with varied weights and unilateral leg exercises can build strength and balance. For wall balls, focusing on squat depth and explosive power through Olympic lifting techniques (like thrusters and push press) can improve performance. Plyometric exercises will also enhance the ability to perform repeated explosive movements.

Race Strategies:

  • Start Strong: Adjust pacing strategies to start the running segments slightly faster, avoiding the need to play catch-up. This doesn't mean going all out from the start but finding a comfortable pace that's a bit quicker than current initial speeds.
  • Transition Efficiency: Work on minimizing rest times and practicing smoother transitions between exercises. This could involve setting up mock transition zones in training to get used to the quick change of gear or exercise type.
  • Mid-Race Assessment: Implement a strategy to assess performance and fatigue levels mid-race, allowing for real-time adjustments. This could mean deciding when to push harder on strengths or conserve energy for challenging segments ahead.
  • Endurance Focus: Given the identified need for improved running performance, incorporating more endurance-focused training days can balance Marck's strength advantages, making him a more well-rounded athlete.
  • Mental Preparation: Hyrox races are as much a mental challenge as a physical one. Mental resilience training, including visualization techniques and setting incremental goals throughout the race, can help maintain focus and drive.

By addressing these areas with targeted training and strategic adjustments, Marck Van Baal can capitalize on his strengths while significantly improving on his weaker segments, potentially leading to an even more impressive performance in future races.

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