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
338 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 Women
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 338 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
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 338 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Derks Loretta'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 Derks Loretta'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 338 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
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 Derks Loretta'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 Women
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 Derks Loretta'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
08:50.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 338 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
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Overall Performance:
Loretta Derks demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX, finishing in the top 27% of all athletes and top 30% in her age group, which is an impressive achievement. Her overall time of 01:56:39 showcases her dedication and fitness level. Notably, Loretta excelled in strength-based segments, such as the Sled Push and Sled Pull, where she significantly outperformed the average times, indicating a strong strength profile. However, her total running time was 05:37 slower than average, suggesting a need to focus more on her running endurance and speed. Loretta appears to have a hybrid profile but leans more towards strength, with running segments, especially the later ones, being areas for improvement. The pacing analysis indicates that she may have started too fast, as evidenced by slower times in later running segments, which points towards a need for better race pacing strategies.
Segments to Improve:
Total Running Time: Loretta’s total running time being slower than average indicates a need for enhanced running endurance and speed. Interval training, such as 400 to 800-meter repeats at a pace faster than her current 1km race pace, with equal rest periods, can help improve her VO2 max and running efficiency. Long, slow distance runs (increasing by 10% weekly) will also build endurance. Additionally, incorporating hill sprints and tempo runs into her training can improve her leg strength and running economy.
Roxzone: The slower Roxzone time suggests that transitions and overall fitness can be areas of improvement. Circuit training that mimics the race format, focusing on quick transitions between strength exercises and short runs, can help improve her efficiency in these areas. Practicing specific transition drills, where she swiftly moves from one exercise to the next, can also reduce Roxzone time.
Sandbag Lunges: To improve on the Sandbag Lunges, Loretta should focus on leg strength and endurance. Exercises like weighted lunges, step-ups, and Bulgarian split squats can increase her leg power and muscular endurance. Practicing lunges with progressively heavier weights than she competes with will make the competition weight feel lighter and more manageable.
Burpees Broad Jump: This segment requires both explosive power and endurance. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps, squat jumps, and broad jumps will help build explosive strength, while high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can improve her muscular endurance and recovery. Incorporating burpees into her circuit training will also help her become more efficient in this specific exercise.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Loretta should focus on a more conservative start, ensuring she does not exhaust herself in the initial running segments. By dividing the race into thirds and aiming to keep a steady pace in the first two while leaving enough in the tank to push harder in the final third, she can improve her overall time and running splits.
Strength Segments: Given her strength in these areas, Loretta should use the strength segments as opportunities to make up time. However, she should also be mindful not to overexert herself to the point where her running segments suffer as a result.
Transition Training: Incorporating specific transition drills into her training, focusing on quickly moving from running to strength exercises and back, will help reduce Roxzone times. Practicing smooth and swift transitions can shave valuable seconds off her overall time.
Recovery and Nutrition: Focusing on proper recovery techniques and nutrition will ensure Loretta is able to train effectively and arrive on race day in peak condition. Including active recovery days, proper hydration, and a balanced diet rich in micronutrients can significantly impact her performance and recovery.
By focusing on these identified areas for improvement and implementing the suggested training strategies and race day tactics, Loretta Derks is well-positioned to enhance her performance in future HYROX races.
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 Women