Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Rotterdam 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 Babel Rodney'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 Babel Rodney'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 Babel Rodney'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 Babel Rodney'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
04:23.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Rodney Babel's performance in the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX race places him impressively within the top 28% of all athletes and top 29% within his age group, showcasing his commendable fitness level and dedication. Analyzing his overall time and splits, Rodney exhibits a stronger inclination towards strength-based challenges, as indicated by his exceptional performance in segments like Sandbag Lunges and Wall Balls. However, his total running time, being slightly slower than average, suggests that while Rodney has a solid foundation, there is room for improvement in his running efficiency and endurance. His pacing throughout the race suggests that he might have started too fast, as evidenced by the slower running times in later segments. This indicates that Rodney could benefit from pacing strategies and endurance training to maintain a steady performance throughout the race. Furthermore, the significantly slower Roxzone time points towards a need for better transition efficiency and possibly enhanced overall fitness to minimize rest between exercises.
Segments to Improve:
Roxzone: Rodney's Roxzone time was significantly slower than average, indicating longer rest periods or slower transitions. To improve, Rodney should focus on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to enhance his overall fitness, enabling quicker recovery and transitions. Drills that simulate quick changes between exercises, such as circuit training with minimal rest, will help improve his efficiency in the Roxzone segment.
Total Running Time: Given that Rodney's total running time is slightly slower than average, incorporating interval running, tempo runs, and long-distance endurance runs into his training can help improve his pace and stamina. Fartlek training, which blends continuous training with interval training, could also be beneficial for enhancing his running efficiency.
Sled Push: The slower sled push time suggests a need for improved lower body strength and power. Rodney should incorporate exercises like weighted squats, lunges, and leg presses. Specific sled push drills, focusing on explosive starts and maintaining a low, powerful stance, can also directly enhance his performance in this segment.
Sled Pull: Similar to the sled push, improving in the sled pull segment requires a focus on building leg and core strength. Exercises such as deadlifts, farmer's walks, and weighted pull exercises (like cable rows and lat pulldowns) will build the necessary strength. Practicing the sled pull with varying weights and focusing on a steady, powerful pace will also be beneficial.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Rodney should focus on starting the race at a sustainable pace to avoid burning out too early, especially in running segments. Breaking down the race into smaller segments and setting target paces for each can help manage his energy more efficiently.
Transitions: Minimizing time in the Roxzone can significantly affect overall performance. Practicing quick transitions between exercises, perhaps through circuit training with a focus on swift movement from one exercise to the next without sacrificing form, can improve his Roxzone times.
Endurance Training: Incorporating a mix of aerobic and anaerobic training into his routine will enhance Rodney's overall endurance, allowing him to maintain a strong pace throughout the race. This includes longer runs at a moderate pace, interval training, and HIIT for aerobic conditioning, as well as strength training for muscular endurance.
Recovery Focus: Implementing proper recovery techniques, including stretching, foam rolling, and possibly incorporating yoga or Pilates for flexibility, will help Rodney maintain his training intensity and reduce the risk of injury.
By focusing on these areas of improvement and implementing the suggested training strategies, Rodney Babel has the potential to significantly enhance his HYROX race performance, turning his current weaknesses into strengths for future competitions.
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