Fernandez Sanz Alvaro
Performance Analysis
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Madrid 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 Fernandez Sanz Alvaro'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 Fernandez Sanz Alvaro'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 Fernandez Sanz Alvaro'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 Fernandez Sanz Alvaro'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
01:56.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
00:51
Potential Improvement
44.0%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Alvaro Fernandez Sanz showed a commendable effort in the 2024 Madrid Hyrox race, finishing in the top 65% of all athletes and top 62% in his age group. His total running time was notably 3:00 faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, the Roxzone time being 2:18 slower than average suggests areas for improvement in overall fitness and transition efficiency. Alvaro's performance also indicates a tendency to start slightly slower in the first running segment but significantly improves his pacing as the race progresses, demonstrating strong endurance and recovery capabilities. His profile leans towards being more runner-oriented, suggesting a need to focus more on strength training to balance his athletic capabilities.
Segments to Improve:
- Sandbag Lunges: To improve on the 00:46 slower than average performance, Alvaro should integrate strength training focusing on lower body power and endurance. Exercises like weighted lunges, Bulgarian split squats, and plyometric training (box jumps, squat jumps) will enhance his performance in this segment. Incorporating these exercises 2-3 times a week with progressive overload will build the necessary strength and endurance.
- Roxzone: The significantly slower transition time suggests a need for improved overall fitness and efficiency in transitions. Circuit training that mimics the race's structure, combining cardio with strength exercises, can enhance Alvaro's ability to recover quicker and transition more efficiently between stations. Practicing specific transition drills, focusing on quick changes from running to strength exercises, will also be beneficial.
- Wall Balls: A slightly better performance but still with room for improvement. Alvaro should work on upper body and core strength, specifically focusing on exercises like thrusters, medicine ball slams, and kettlebell swings. Emphasizing form, especially in maintaining a strong core throughout the movement, will also help improve efficiency and speed.
- Sled Pull: While not the weakest segment, improvement here can significantly impact overall performance. Incorporating more pulling exercises, such as deadlifts, rows, and pull-ups, along with specific sled pull training sessions, will build the necessary strength. Practicing with varying weights and focusing on maintaining a consistent posture will also aid in performance enhancement.
Race Strategies:
- Start Strategy: Given the tendency to start slower in the initial running segment, Alvaro could benefit from a more aggressive start to avoid losing time early on. A focused warm-up targeting dynamic movements and short sprints can prepare him for a faster start without risking early fatigue.
- Strength Segments Pacing: For strength-focused segments, adopting a steady but brisk pace from the start can help conserve energy for a strong finish. Breaking down each segment into smaller, manageable parts with short, targeted goals can ensure consistent performance throughout.
- Transition Efficiency: Improving transition times requires not only physical but also mental preparation. Familiarizing himself with the layout of the race and practicing quick mental switches from running to strength exercises will reduce time spent in Roxzone. Setting up simulated transitions during training sessions can also be a highly effective strategy.
- Recovery and Endurance: Integrating endurance training with a focus on recovery practices (stretching, foam rolling, proper nutrition) will enhance Alvaro's ability to maintain a strong pace throughout the race. Endurance runs combined with interval training can improve both running performance and recovery between strength segments.
By focusing on these targeted improvements and strategies, Alvaro Fernandez Sanz can enhance his performance in future races, turning identified weaknesses into strengths and achieving a more balanced athlete profile.
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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