Nivard Jeroen
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.
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 Nivard Jeroen'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 Nivard Jeroen'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 Nivard Jeroen'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 Nivard Jeroen'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
04:53.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
02:27
Potential Improvement
50.2%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Jeroen Nivard's performance in the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX race places him solidly within the top half of his age group and overall, highlighting a commendable level of fitness and determination. Analyzing his overall time and splits, it's evident that Jeroen has a balanced profile, showing proficiency both in running and strength exercises. However, his total running time being slightly slower than average suggests a slightly stronger inclination towards strength exercises over running. An interesting observation is his pacing; while he shows consistency, there's a noticeable variance in performance across different segments, indicating room for strategic pacing improvements. His performance in the Roxzone was faster than average, suggesting good transition times but also hinting at potential over-resting or slower transitions in specific areas.
Segments to Improve:
- Sled Push: Jeroen's performance in the sled push segment was significantly slower than average. Focusing on leg strength and power can improve this. Specific exercises include heavy squats, leg presses, and sled drag sprints. Additionally, practicing the actual sled push with varying weights can help improve technique and endurance for this specific challenge.
- Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was another area of relative weakness. Improvements here can come from plyometric training, focusing on exercises like box jumps, standing broad jumps, and burpee variations to increase explosive power and efficiency in motion. Incorporating these exercises 2-3 times a week can yield significant improvements.
- Sandbag Lunges: To enhance performance in this segment, Jeroen should focus on building lower body strength and stability. Lunges with weight variations, Bulgarian split squats, and weighted step-ups can be beneficial. Additionally, practicing lunges with a sandbag can help adapt to the specific challenge posed by this exercise.
Race Strategies:
- Pacing: Given the variance in Jeroen's performance across segments, a more strategic approach to pacing could be beneficial. Starting at a sustainable pace and gradually increasing intensity can help maintain energy levels throughout the race. It's also important to gauge effort during strength segments to avoid excessive fatigue affecting subsequent runs.
- Transitions: While Jeroen's Roxzone time suggests good transition efficiency, there's always room for improvement. Practicing swift transitions between exercises, especially after high-exertion segments, can save valuable seconds. This includes quick changes in equipment setup and mental preparation for the next challenge.
- Strength and Endurance Balance: Jeroen should focus on maintaining a balanced training regimen that doesn't favor strength over running, or vice versa. Incorporating interval running sessions to improve speed and cardiovascular endurance, combined with strength training sessions focusing on the identified weak segments, can create a more rounded athletic profile.
In conclusion, Jeroen Nivard displayed a strong performance in the Rotterdam HYROX race, with clear areas for improvement identified. By focusing on specific strength and conditioning exercises, adopting strategic pacing, and honing transition efficiency, Jeroen has the potential to significantly improve his performance in future races. A balanced approach to training, emphasizing both running endurance and strength, will be key to his continued success.
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