Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Mexico City 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
372 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 372 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 372 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Zacarias Manuel'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 Zacarias Manuel'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 372 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 Zacarias Manuel'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 Zacarias Manuel'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
05:28.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 372 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Manuel Zacarias demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Mexico City HYROX race, particularly notable in the running segments where he excelled, finishing the total running time 03:51 faster than average. This indicates a stronger runner profile, suggesting that his endurance and pace management in these segments are well above average for his age group. However, his overall time places him in the top 85% of all athletes and top 89% of his age group, indicating there is room for improvement, especially in strength-focused exercises and transitions between exercises, known as the Roxzone, where he was slower than average.
Segments to Improve:
Sled Pull: Manuel's performance in the Sled Pull was significantly below average, suggesting a need to focus on building lower body strength and improving technique. Specific exercises like deadlifts, hip thrusts, and leg presses can increase leg and core strength. Incorporating sled drag drills twice a week, focusing on keeping a low center of gravity and driving through the heels, can also improve performance in this exercise.
Burpees Broad Jump: To improve in this segment, Manuel should work on explosive power and coordination. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps, squat jumps, and broad jumps will be beneficial. Additionally, practicing burpees separately to increase efficiency and reduce fatigue will help. Combining these with interval training can simulate race conditions and improve overall performance.
Sled Push: This segment requires both technique and strength, particularly in the quadriceps and core. Training should include weighted squats, lunges, and sled push drills focusing on maintaining a consistent low posture and driving forward with power. Practicing short, high-intensity intervals with the sled push can also improve speed and stamina for this exercise.
Farmers Carry: Grip strength and endurance are crucial for improving in this segment. Incorporating grip strength exercises such as dead hangs, farmer’s walks with progressively heavier weights, and wrist curls will be beneficial. Additionally, building overall core strength will help maintain posture and balance throughout this challenge.
Roxzone: Improving transition times and reducing rest periods between exercises will be key. This can be achieved by enhancing overall fitness through high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and practicing quick transitions between different exercise types in training sessions to mimic race conditions more closely.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Given Manuel's strong running performance, he should leverage this strength by maintaining a steady pace in running segments while conserving energy for strength exercises. Starting slightly slower in the first running segment may help conserve energy for maintaining a strong pace in later segments.
Exercise Transitions: Focusing on reducing transition times can shave minutes off the overall time. Practicing quick changes between running and strength exercises during training sessions will help improve efficiency in the Roxzone.
Strength Training Focus: Integrating more strength-focused workouts into his routine, particularly targeting weaknesses identified in the Sled Pull and Burpees Broad Jump segments, will help balance Manuel's overall fitness profile, improving his rank in future races.
Endurance and Recovery: Incorporating endurance training with a focus on recovery strategies, such as proper nutrition and active recovery sessions, will support sustained performance throughout the race and reduce fatigue in later segments.
By addressing these areas, Manuel Zacarias can expect to see significant improvements in his HYROX race performance, potentially leading to a higher overall rank and better performance in strength-focused segments while maintaining his strong running capabilities.