Bonfiglioli Mirko
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.
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 Bonfiglioli Mirko'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 Bonfiglioli Mirko'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 Bonfiglioli Mirko'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 Bonfiglioli Mirko'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
05:57.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
03:08
Potential Improvement
52.7%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Mirko Bonfiglioli's performance in the 2024 Rimini HYROX race places him as a highly commendable athlete, particularly in the 55-59 age group, where he secured a top 11% finish. Notably, Mirko's total running time was 03:09 faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. His ability to maintain a faster pace than average in the majority of running segments suggests excellent endurance and speed capabilities. However, the analysis indicates a need for improvement in specific strength exercises and transitions between exercises, known as the Roxzone. Mirko's pacing at the start was aggressive, which paid off in running but may have contributed to slower times in strength-focused segments later in the race.
Segments to Improve:
- Wall Balls: The most significant area for improvement is the Wall Balls segment, where Mirko was 02:38 slower than average. To enhance performance, Mirko should focus on increasing lower body strength and power, as well as improving coordination and efficiency in the movement. Specific exercises like squats, thrusters, and wall ball specific drills, focusing on depth, stance, and the push-press element of the throw, can be beneficial. Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with wall balls can also improve endurance for this task.
- Sled Pull: Being 00:53 slower than average in this segment indicates a need for improved pulling strength and technique. Training should include weighted sled drags, focusing on maintaining a low, powerful stance and consistent pulling technique. Strength exercises like deadlifts and rows will build the necessary muscle groups. Practicing transitions into and out of the sled pull can also reduce time lost during the race.
- Farmers Carry: To improve the 00:14 slower than average time, grip strength and core stability exercises are essential. Implementing farmer's walks with progressively heavier weights, along with grip strength exercises like dead hangs and towel pull-ups, will be beneficial. Core strengthening exercises, particularly those that challenge stability like planks and dead bugs, will also help maintain form and efficiency during the carry.
- Burpees Broad Jump: Though his performance was on par with the average, there is room for improvement. Plyometric training focusing on explosive leg power and efficient burpee technique will enhance performance. Exercises like box jumps, broad jumps, and plyometric push-ups will improve explosive strength, while burpee drills emphasizing quick transitions between the jump and push-up phases can increase speed and efficiency.
Race Strategies:
- Start Strong, Finish Stronger: Mirko's initial pacing strategy worked well for running segments but may have compromised strength performance. A balanced approach, conserving a bit more energy in the initial running segments, could allow for stronger performances in the strength-based tasks. Interval training combining running with strength exercises can mimic race conditions and improve endurance across both domains.
- Transitional Efficiency (Roxzone): Improving overall fitness will naturally enhance transition times, but specific focus on quick, efficient movements between exercises can shave off critical seconds. Practicing transitions as part of the workout routine, mimicking race day scenarios, can help reduce time spent in the Roxzone.
- Focus on Form: During strength segments, maintaining proper form is crucial for efficiency and speed. Incorporating form checks during training, especially when fatigued, will ensure that during the race, movements are as efficient as possible, reducing time spent on each exercise.
- Recovery and Pacing: Implementing a more strategic pacing strategy that accounts for both running and strength segments will improve overall performance. Active recovery practices, including proper hydration, nutrition, and cool-down exercises, will aid in maintaining a strong pace throughout the race.
By focusing on these suggested areas of improvement and implementing the recommended exercises and strategies, Mirko Bonfiglioli can expect to see significant advancements in his future HYROX race performances.
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