Cobelens Simon Performance Analysis

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.

Season 23/24 2024 Rotterdam (2178) HYROX (1965) Men (1380) Cobelens Simon

NED NED Flag Men 16-24 #125018 01:26:20 52nd in AG | Top 33.5% 473rd | Top 34.3%

Performance Highlights

+01:05
44:05
Run Total
+00:09
05:31
Avg. Lap
+00:37
05:12
Best Lap
-01:43
34:42
Workout Total
-00:13
04:20
Avg. Workout
+00:40
07:37
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 Cobelens Simon'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 Cobelens Simon'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 Cobelens Simon'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 Cobelens Simon'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 04:00. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

02:16 Potential Improvement 56.7% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 02:16 44:05 to 41:49 56.7%
Wall Balls 00:35 06:41 to 06:06 14.6%
Sled Push 00:34 03:17 to 02:43 14.2%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:29 05:31 to 05:02 12.1%
Farmers Carry 00:05 02:08 to 02:03 2.1%
Sandbag Lunges 00:01 04:53 to 04:52 0.4%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:09 to 04:09 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 03:34 to 03:34 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:29 to 04:29 0.0%

Splits Time

Cobelens Simon Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:07 00:00 04:38 +00:29 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:09 05:07 04:27 -00:18 04:38 +00:29
Running 2 05:12 09:16 04:59 +00:13 09:05 +00:11
Sled Push 03:17 14:28 02:56 +00:21 14:04 +00:24
Running 3 05:38 17:45 05:25 +00:13 17:00 +00:45
Sled Pull 03:34 23:23 05:00 -01:26 22:25 +00:58
Running 4 05:37 26:57 05:25 +00:12 27:25 -00:28
Burpees Broad Jump 05:31 32:34 05:21 +00:10 32:50 -00:16
Running 5 05:45 38:05 05:35 +00:10 38:11 -00:06
Rowing 04:29 43:50 04:49 -00:20 43:46 +00:04
Running 6 05:26 48:19 05:28 -00:02 48:35 -00:16
Farmers Carry 02:08 53:45 02:12 -00:04 54:03 -00:18
Running 7 05:20 55:53 05:25 -00:05 56:15 -00:22
Sandbag Lunges 04:53 01:01:13 05:07 -00:14 01:01:40 -00:27
Running 8 06:03 01:06:06 06:03 +00:00 01:06:47 -00:41
Wall Balls 06:41 01:12:09 06:33 +00:08 01:12:50 -00:41
Roxzone 07:37 01:26:20 06:57 +00:40 01:26:20
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Simon Cobelens showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX race, finishing in the top 24% of all athletes and top 22% in his age group. His overall time was 01:26:20, with a total running time of 00:44:05, slightly slower than the average. This indicates Simon has a more balanced profile between running and strength, with a slight inclination towards strength-based activities, as evidenced by his exceptional performance in the Ski Erg, Sled Pull, and Rowing segments. However, his pacing appeared to start too slow in the initial running segments, gradually improving in the latter half. Simon's Roxzone time suggests that transitions between exercises could be optimized for better overall performance.

Segments to Improve:

  • Total Running Time & Roxzone: Simon's running and transition times are critical areas for improvement. To enhance his running performance, interval training combining short sprints and long-distance runs can help improve both speed and endurance. Incorporating plyometric exercises like box jumps and skipping can also increase his explosive power and efficiency in transitions. For Roxzone improvements, practicing quick equipment changes and simulating race day transitions will reduce downtime between exercises.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: This segment showed a significant slowdown. Improving burpee efficiency through plyometric training and focusing on broad jump techniques, such as squat jumps and lunges, will help. Practicing burpees with an emphasis on minimizing ground contact time can increase speed and efficiency.
  • Wall Balls: Simon's wall balls segment was slower than average. To improve, he should focus on squat depth and power, using exercises like thrusters and kettlebell swings to build explosive strength. Ensuring proper form and practicing under fatigue will also enhance performance in this segment.
  • Sled Push: Despite being a strength-based athlete, Simon lost time here. Incorporating heavy sled pushes and pulls into his training, focusing on leg drive and core stability, can help improve his time. Additionally, interval training with weight vests can simulate the push's intensity and improve endurance.

Race Strategies:

  • Start Strong: Simon should aim for a more aggressive start in the running segments. Warming up thoroughly with dynamic stretches and light jogs can help prepare his muscles for the initial sprint.
  • Steady Pace: Maintaining a steady pace throughout the race, especially in strength segments where he excels, will prevent early burnout. Focusing on consistent breathing and pacing can help manage energy levels more efficiently.
  • Transitions: Reducing transition times in the Roxzone is crucial. Practicing quick equipment setups and breakdowns can shave valuable seconds off his overall time. Mental rehearsals of each transition can also help minimize hesitation during the race.
  • Endurance and Strength Balance: Given Simon's balanced profile, maintaining a training regimen that equally focuses on endurance running and strength training will ensure improvements in both areas. Incorporating endurance runs post-strength training sessions can mimic race day fatigue and improve performance under stress.

By addressing these specific areas and implementing the suggested training strategies, Simon Cobelens can significantly improve his performance in future HYROX races. Focusing on his running efficiency, optimizing transitions, and continuing to build on his strength will make him a more formidable competitor in his age group and overall.

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