Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Hamburg 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
301 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 301 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 301 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Herbst Marcel'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 Herbst Marcel'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 301 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 Herbst Marcel'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 Herbst Marcel'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
10:48.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 301 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Marcel Herbst showed a commendable performance in the 2024 Hamburg HYROX event. Despite ranking in the top 97% overall and 99% in his age group, Marcel showed particular strengths in both running and strength segments. However, his overall running time was slightly slower than average, suggesting a greater emphasis on strength in his training. This hybrid profile is evident in his performance across the various segments, achieving faster-than-average times in six out of the fifteen segments. His pacing was generally consistent throughout the race, with no significant dips or spikes in performance.
Segments to Improve:
Marcel's performance dipped in several segments, most notably in the Sandbag Lunges, where he was significantly slower than average. This suggests a potential area for improvement in lower body strength and endurance.
Sandbag Lunges: Marcel should incorporate more lower body strength and conditioning exercises into his routine. Squats, deadlifts, and lunges can all help to improve muscle endurance and strength. He should also consider practicing lunges while carrying a sandbag to better mimic race conditions.
Burpees Broad Jump: Marcel was slightly slower than average in this segment, suggesting a need for improved explosive power and overall body strength. Plyometric exercises, such as box jumps and burpees, can help to improve these areas. Additionally, Marcel could benefit from practicing the broad jump movement specifically to improve his technique.
Wall Balls: Despite performing faster than average in this segment, Marcel still has potential for improvement. This exercise requires strong leg power and good coordination. Strength training, with a focus on squats and deadlifts, combined with exercises to improve hand-eye coordination, will be beneficial.
Race Strategies:
Given Marcel's hybrid profile, he should continue to balance his training between running and strength. However, considering his slower total running time, he might benefit from increasing his running volume slightly. This will help improve his overall cardiovascular fitness, which will benefit him across all race segments. He should also consider implementing a more conservative pacing strategy to ensure he has enough energy to maintain a strong pace in the later stages of the race. Lastly, he should practice the transition between running and strength segments to minimize time loss in the roxzone.