Van Der Hoeven Erik
Hyrox Result
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.
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 Der Hoeven Erik'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 Hoeven Erik'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 Hoeven Erik'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 Hoeven Erik'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
04:05.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
01:05
Potential Improvement
26.5%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Erik Van Der Hoeven showcased a commendable performance at the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX, finishing in the top 13% overall and top 11% in his age group. His total running time was 00:42 faster than the average, indicating a strong running profile. However, the initial running segment was slower than average, suggesting a conservative start or potential for a more aggressive pacing strategy. Erik demonstrated a balanced athlete profile but tilted slightly more towards running strength, as evidenced by his overall faster total running time. The segments of Sled Push, Sandbag Lunges, and Burpees Broad Jump stand out as areas for improvement, where targeted training can yield significant performance gains.
Segments to Improve:
- Sled Push: Erik’s time was significantly slower than average in this segment. To improve, focus on building lower body strength through exercises like squats, leg presses, and deadlifts. Incorporating weighted sled drags and pushes in training can also provide specific strength gains and improve technique. Practicing varying distances and loads can help adapt to the demands of the race.
- Sandbag Lunges: This segment was another weak area. To enhance performance, Erik should work on lower body endurance and stability. Lunges with weight variations, step-ups, and Bulgarian split squats will help build muscular endurance and balance. Sandbag-specific workouts, including carries and lunges, will also improve functional strength and familiarity with the race-specific task.
- Burpees Broad Jump: This segment combines cardiovascular endurance with explosive power. Interval training that focuses on high-intensity bursts, such as sprint intervals or plyometric circuits, can improve both aspects. Exercises like box jumps, burpees (without and with the broad jump), and squat jumps will develop the necessary power and endurance.
Race Strategies:
- Start Pacing: Given the slower start in the initial running segment, Erik should consider a slightly more aggressive pace from the beginning. This doesn’t mean going all out from the start but finding a comfortable yet challenging pace that can be slightly pushed to avoid losing time early on.
- Transition Efficiency: With a faster-than-average roxzone time, Erik already shows good transition efficiency. However, there’s always room for improvement. Practicing quick transitions between running and strength exercises in training can reduce downtime during the race further. Simulating race conditions, including the setup of exercise stations, can help fine-tune this aspect.
- Strength Endurance Balance: Given Erik’s running prowess, incorporating more strength training, specifically targeting his weak segments, will help create a more balanced athlete profile. This includes focusing on not just the strength aspects but also ensuring that he can perform these strength exercises efficiently during the latter stages of the race when fatigue sets in.
- Mid-Race Assessment: Being mindful of his own performance and the performances of those around him can provide insights on when to push harder or conserve energy. Training should include scenarios where Erik practices adjusting his pace and effort based on simulated race conditions.
By focusing on these tailored training strategies and race day tactics, Erik Van Der Hoeven can expect to see improvements in his weaker segments, potentially leading to an even more impressive finish in future HYROX events.
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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