Riehl Benoit
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 Riehl Benoit'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 Riehl Benoit'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 Riehl Benoit'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 Riehl Benoit'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
07:01.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
03:34
Potential Improvement
50.8%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Benoit Riehl's performance in the 2024 Bordeaux HYROX race places him solidly in the top half of all participants, showcasing significant strengths, particularly in running, but also highlighting areas for improvement. His overall time ranks him in the top 47% of all athletes and squarely in the 50th percentile of his age group, indicating a competitive but balanced performance across the board. Notably, Benoit's total running time was 06:00 faster than average, emphasizing a strong runner profile. However, this contrasted with slower-than-average times in key strength segments and the Roxzone, suggesting a need for a more integrated training approach focusing on both strength and transitional speed.
Segments to Improve:
- Sled Pull: Benoit's performance in the sled pull was notably slower, placing him at the 100th percentile rank for this segment. To improve, Benoit should focus on increasing his posterior chain strength through exercises such as deadlifts, hip thrusts, and Romanian deadlifts. Additionally, incorporating specific sled pull training sessions, focusing on both heavier pulls for strength and lighter, faster pulls for endurance and speed, can help.
- Farmers Carry: This segment was another weak area, with Benoit significantly slower than the average. Grip strength and core stability are crucial for improvement. Incorporating grip-strengthening exercises (e.g., farmer's walks with increasing weight, dead hangs, and wrist curls) alongside core stabilization exercises (planks, dead bugs, and suitcase carries) will be beneficial.
- Sandbag Lunges: To enhance performance in sandbag lunges, Benoit should focus on leg strength and balance. Bulgarian split squats, lunges with weight progression, and plyometric exercises like box jumps can improve leg power and stability, essential for this segment.
- Roxzone: The slower Roxzone time indicates a need for improved overall fitness and faster transitions. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions, practicing quick transitions between exercises, and simulating race-day conditions during training can help reduce this time.
Race Strategies:
- Pacing: Given Benoit's strong running performance but slower strength segment times, adopting a more balanced pacing strategy could be beneficial. Starting at a strong, yet sustainable, pace in running segments and conserving energy for strength exercises can help ensure a more consistent performance across the board.
- Transitional Speed: Improving transitional speed between segments can significantly reduce overall time. Practicing quick changes between running and strength exercises during training sessions can help minimize Roxzone time.
- Strength Endurance: Focusing on strength endurance training could help improve performance in strength-focused segments. Circuit training that includes high-repetition weightlifting and bodyweight exercises can increase muscular endurance and power, beneficial for the overall race.
- Mental Preparation: Mental toughness plays a crucial role in enduring the challenging moments of the race. Visualization techniques, setting small, achievable goals throughout the race, and positive self-talk can help overcome the toughest segments.
By addressing these specific areas of improvement and implementing the suggested race strategies, Benoit Riehl can expect to not only improve his performance in future HYROX races but also become a more well-rounded fitness athlete.
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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