Magassa Dessé
Performance Analysis
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Bordeaux 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.
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 Magassa Dessé'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 Magassa Dessé'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 Magassa Dessé'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 Magassa Dessé'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
03:30.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
02:42
Potential Improvement
77.1%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Dessé Magassa showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Bordeaux HYROX race, finishing in the top 30% of all athletes and the top 39% within his age group. A standout aspect of his performance was his exceptional strength in the sled push and sled pull segments, where he far surpassed the average times, indicating a strong proficiency in power-based activities. However, his total running time was slightly slower than the average, suggesting that while Dessé has a solid foundation in strength exercises, his running pace and endurance may need attention. His pacing appeared to start slower, particularly noted in the first running segment, but he demonstrated the ability to maintain a more consistent pace in later segments, indicating potential in both strength and endurance disciplines, albeit with a slight inclination towards strength. The Roxzone time indicates longer transitions between exercises, suggesting room for improvement in overall fitness and efficiency during transitions.
Segments to Improve:
- Total Running Time: Dessé's running segments, particularly the first one, were slower than average. To improve, focus on increasing aerobic capacity and running efficiency. Interval training, such as 400 to 800-meter repeats with rest intervals, can improve speed and endurance. Incorporating hill sprints and tempo runs will also build strength and stamina.
- Roxzone: The extended time in Roxzone suggests slower transitions and possible rest periods. To enhance performance, Dessé should work on reducing transition times through practicing quick equipment changes and incorporating circuit training into his routine to better simulate race conditions, improving both fitness and transition efficiency.
- Sandbag Lunges & Burpees Broad Jump: These segments showed room for improvement. For lunges, focus on building leg and core strength through weighted lunges, step-ups, and squats. For burpees, practice plyometric exercises such as box jumps and burpee variations to increase explosiveness and efficiency. Form correction, focusing on maintaining a steady pace without compromising technique, will be crucial.
Race Strategies:
- Start Strong but Pace Wisely: Given the tendency to start slower, Dessé should aim for a brisk but sustainable start to avoid falling behind early on. Practicing pacing strategies during training runs, where he consciously starts at a competitive pace and learns to maintain it, can be beneficial.
- Strength and Endurance Balance: Incorporate combined strength and endurance workouts into training sessions. For example, after a moderate to high-intensity run, engage in a strength circuit that mimics the race's structure. This will not only improve running endurance but also ensure that strength does not wane after running segments.
- Efficient Transitions: Focus on minimizing time in the Roxzone by practicing swift equipment changes and layout familiarity. Setting up simulated transition zones in training can help Dessé become more adept at quickly moving through these segments during the race.
- Recovery and Nutrition: Implementing a strategic recovery and nutrition plan is essential for improving overall performance. Ensuring adequate post-training recovery, including stretching, foam rolling, and proper nutrition, will support endurance development and strength recovery.
By addressing these areas, Dessé Magassa has the potential to significantly elevate his performance in future HYROX races, particularly by enhancing his running endurance and efficiency in transitions between segments. With dedicated training focused on these identified areas of improvement, Dessé can strive for a more balanced profile as a hybrid athlete excelling in both strength and endurance components of the race.
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