Visser Ralph
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 Visser Ralph'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 Visser Ralph'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 Visser Ralph'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 Visser Ralph'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
05:49.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
03:28
Potential Improvement
59.6%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Ralph Visser's performance in the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX race places him in the top 55% overall and top 53% within his age group, which is a commendable achievement. His overall time of 01:43:20, with a total running time of 00:52:35, indicates that Ralph has a balanced profile with a slight inclination towards strength exercises. The fact that his total running time was 01:52 slower than average suggests there is room for improvement in his running efficiency. However, his performance in strength-focused exercises, such as the Wall Balls where he ranked in the 4th percentile, highlights his strength capabilities. The pacing analysis suggests that Ralph started the race slightly slower than average, which may have impacted his overall running performance. Ralph's performance suggests a hybrid athlete profile with notable strength but with potential gains to be made in running efficiency and transition speed between exercises (roxzone).
Segments to Improve:
- Run Total & Sandbag Lunges: Ralph's running segments and his performance in the Sandbag Lunges are the primary areas for improvement. Incorporating interval training, with a mix of short sprints and long-distance runs, can help improve his running efficiency. For sandbag lunges, focusing on lower body strength and endurance through exercises such as weighted squats, lunges, and deadlifts will be beneficial. Practicing lunges with varying weights and ensuring proper form can directly impact his time in this segment.
- Sled Push: To improve in the Sled Push, Ralph should focus on building explosive leg power and improving cardiovascular endurance. Workouts should include heavy sled pushes and pulls, plyometric exercises like box jumps, and sprint intervals. Technique adjustments, such as maintaining a low center of gravity and driving through the heels, will also aid in efficiency.
- Roxzone: The slight delay in transition times suggests a need for improved overall fitness and faster transitions. Circuit training that mimics the race's structure, transitioning quickly between strength and cardio exercises, can help Ralph reduce his roxzone time. Practicing transitions between exercises as part of his training regimen could also improve his overall race strategy.
Race Strategies:
- Start Pace: Given Ralph's tendency to start slower, a more aggressive start could be beneficial. However, this needs to be balanced to avoid early burnout. Ralph should aim to start at a pace slightly faster than his average but comfortable enough to sustain for the race duration. Practicing pacing strategies during training runs will be crucial.
- Strength Segments: Ralph should capitalize on his strength segments as areas to gain time. Focusing on maintaining form and efficiency during these exercises will help conserve energy for the running segments.
- Endurance Training: Incorporating more endurance training into his routine, focusing on both muscular and cardiovascular endurance, will help Ralph maintain his pace throughout the race and improve his running segments.
- Transitional Speed: Reducing time spent in transitions (roxzone) can significantly impact his overall time. Ralph should practice quick changes between exercises in his training, focusing on reducing rest time and improving his setup for the next exercise.
By focusing on these areas, Ralph Visser can turn his current weaknesses into strengths and potentially achieve a higher ranking in future HYROX races. Tailoring his training to address these specific segments, alongside strategic race planning, will be key to his improvement.
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