Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Köln 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.
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 Kreilkamp Niklas'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 Kreilkamp Niklas'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 Kreilkamp Niklas'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 Kreilkamp Niklas'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
03:36.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Niklas Kreilkamp's performance at the 2024 Köln HYROX race places him solidly within the top half of competitors, both overall and within his age group, highlighting his commendable dedication and fitness level. Analyzing his splits and overall time, it's evident that Niklas has a stronger affinity towards running, as indicated by his total running time being faster than average by 18 seconds. This suggests a runner profile, with noticeable strength in maintaining speed over distance. However, the detailed splits reveal room for improvement in his strength exercises and transition times, which, if addressed, could significantly elevate his rank and overall performance.
Segments to Improve:
Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was significantly slower than average, indicating a potential lack of explosive power and endurance. To improve, Niklas should incorporate plyometric exercises such as box jumps, squat jumps, and burpee variations into his training. Focusing on explosiveness and reducing ground contact time will enhance his performance in this area. Additionally, integrating interval training with high-intensity burpees can improve both his speed and endurance for this specific exercise.
Wall Balls: Being slower in this segment suggests a need for better muscular endurance and coordination. Niklas should work on high-rep wall ball sets to build endurance, focusing on maintaining a consistent squat depth and throw height throughout. Strength training targeting the shoulders, legs, and core, combined with drills that improve coordination between these muscle groups, will also be beneficial.
Sled Push: Despite being faster than average, there's still room for improvement. Training should include weighted sled pushes and pulls to enhance lower body strength and power. Incorporating interval training with heavy sleds can also improve endurance for this task.
Roxzone (Transition Times): Slightly slower transition times suggest a need for improved overall fitness and efficiency in moving between exercises. Focusing on metabolic conditioning workouts and practicing quick transitions between different types of exercises can reduce these times. Agility drills and exercises that mimic the quick switch in movement patterns seen in HYROX races will also help.
Race Strategies:
Start Strategically: Niklas started the race faster than average in the first running segment but showed inconsistency in pacing in later segments. It's crucial to begin at a sustainable pace and gradually increase intensity. This approach will prevent early fatigue and allow for more consistent performance across all segments.
Segment Focus: Given his runner profile, Niklas should leverage his running strength to make up time but also balance his training to improve on strength exercises. During the race, focusing on maintaining a consistent pace in running segments and pushing harder on strength segments where he has improved through training can optimize his overall time.
Transition Efficiency: Improving transition times through practice and better overall fitness can shave off crucial seconds in the roxzone. Working on swift movements from one exercise to the next without unnecessary breaks will keep his heart rate in an optimal range and save energy.
Endurance Training for Strength Segments: Given the need to balance his runner profile with strength, incorporating endurance-based strength training, such as circuit training with functional movements, will build stamina in exercises like burpees and wall balls.
By focusing on these areas of improvement and implementing the suggested training strategies, Niklas Kreilkamp has the potential to significantly enhance his performance in future HYROX races, moving him up the ranks and closer to achieving his athletic goals.