Balen Hrvoje Performance Analysis

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Rimini 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.

Season 23/24 2024 Rimini (1778) HYROX (1534) Men (1156) Balen Hrvoje

CRO CRO Flag Men #151027 01:24:44 63rd in AG | Top 5.4% 442nd | Top 38.2%

Performance Highlights

-01:32
40:49
Run Total
-00:11
05:06
Avg. Lap
+00:39
05:10
Best Lap
+01:57
37:40
Workout Total
+00:15
04:42
Avg. Workout
-00:24
06:19
Roxzone

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 Balen Hrvoje'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 Balen Hrvoje'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 Balen Hrvoje'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 Balen Hrvoje'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 04:19. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:54 Potential Improvement 44.0% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Wall Balls 01:54 07:52 to 05:58 44.0%
Sled Pull 00:51 05:26 to 04:35 19.7%
Sandbag Lunges 00:46 05:32 to 04:46 17.8%
Sled Push 00:26 03:06 to 02:40 10.0%
Rowing 00:19 05:02 to 04:43 7.3%
Ski Erg 00:03 04:25 to 04:22 1.2%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 04:17 to 04:17 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:00 to 02:00 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 40:49 to 40:49 0.0%

Splits Time

Balen Hrvoje Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:00 00:00 04:35 -01:35 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:25 03:00 04:25 +00:00 04:35 -01:35
Running 2 05:12 07:25 04:55 +00:17 09:00 -01:35
Sled Push 03:06 12:37 02:51 +00:15 13:55 -01:18
Running 3 05:10 15:43 05:21 -00:11 16:46 -01:03
Sled Pull 05:26 20:53 04:51 +00:35 22:07 -01:14
Running 4 05:17 26:19 05:20 -00:03 26:58 -00:39
Burpees Broad Jump 04:17 31:36 05:14 -00:57 32:18 -00:42
Running 5 05:32 35:53 05:30 +00:02 37:32 -01:39
Rowing 05:02 41:25 04:47 +00:15 43:02 -01:37
Running 6 05:18 46:27 05:21 -00:03 47:49 -01:22
Farmers Carry 02:00 51:45 02:09 -00:09 53:10 -01:25
Running 7 05:31 53:45 05:20 +00:11 55:19 -01:34
Sandbag Lunges 05:32 59:16 05:02 +00:30 01:00:39 -01:23
Running 8 05:53 01:04:48 05:56 -00:03 01:05:41 -00:53
Wall Balls 07:52 01:10:41 06:24 +01:28 01:11:37 -00:56
Roxzone 06:19 01:24:44 06:43 -00:24 01:24:44
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Hrvoje Balen's performance in the 2024 Rimini Hyrox race places him solidly within the top 28% of athletes both overall and within his age group, which is commendable. A closer examination of his results reveals that Hrvoje has a stronger runner profile, as indicated by his total running time being 01:55 faster than average. This suggests that while his running capabilities are a significant asset, there is room for improvement in strength-focused exercises to achieve a more balanced athlete profile. Notably, his initial running segment was exceptionally fast, suggesting a potential tendency to start the race at a high pace. This might have affected his energy reserves for strength-based segments later in the race.

Segments to Improve:

  • Wall Balls: Hrvoje's performance in Wall Balls was significantly slower than average, indicating a need for improvement in both strength and technique. Focused training should include high-volume wall ball workouts to build endurance, targeted strength training for the shoulders, quads, and glutes, and technique drills to ensure efficiency in movement. Incorporating squats and thrusters into his routine could also improve his power output during this exercise.
  • Sled Pull: The slower time suggests issues with either technique or lower body strength. Incorporating more posterior chain work (deadlifts, Romanian deadlifts, and kettlebell swings) can help build the required strength. Additionally, sled pull drills with progressive overload and focus on maintaining a consistent posture could significantly reduce his completion time.
  • Sandbag Lunges: This segment's below-average performance could be improved by strengthening the legs and core, as well as practicing lunges under various conditions (e.g., with different weights, elevations). Exercises like weighted step-ups, lunges with rotation for core stability, and sandbag carries can enhance his ability in this segment.
  • Roxzone: A better Roxzone time suggests the need for improved transition efficiency and overall fitness. Incorporating circuit training with minimal rest between exercises could enhance his ability to recover quickly and maintain a higher intensity throughout the race. Transition drills that simulate the race day environment will also be beneficial.

Race Strategies:

  • Energy Conservation: Given his strong start but slower strength segment times, Hrvoje could benefit from pacing strategies that conserve energy for the latter part of the race. Starting at a slightly more conservative pace could allow for more consistent energy expenditure across both running and strength segments.
  • Transition Efficiency: Improving transition times between exercises can contribute significantly to overall race time. Practicing quick changes from running to strength exercises and vice versa, focusing on reducing downtime, will make these transitions smoother and faster.
  • Strength-Endurance Balance: Focusing training on creating a balance between running endurance and strength will make Hrvoje a more well-rounded athlete. Alternating between strength and endurance training days, with some days focusing on hybrid workouts, could be beneficial.
  • Mental Preparation: Mental resilience plays a crucial role in maintaining performance under fatigue. Visualization techniques, positive self-talk, and scenario-based practice sessions can prepare Hrvoje to handle the high-pressure moments of the race more effectively.

By addressing these areas of improvement with specific training strategies and adjusting his race-day approach, Hrvoje Balen has the potential to significantly enhance his performance 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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