Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Vienna - European Championship 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
961 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 961 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 961 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Geschwandtner Natalia'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 Geschwandtner Natalia'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 961 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 Geschwandtner Natalia'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 Geschwandtner Natalia'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
05:43.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 961 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
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Overall Performance:
Natalia Geschwandtner showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Vienna European Championship, finishing in the top 8% of all athletes and top 11% in her age group, which is an impressive achievement. Her strength in the sled push and pull segments, as well as sandbag lunges, where she significantly outperformed the average, indicates a strong foundation in power-based exercises. However, her total running time being slower than average by 01:01 suggests that while Natalia has a solid base in strength exercises, her running endurance and pace may need improvement to elevate her overall performance. Starting the race with a faster than average first running segment but then slowing down suggests an initial pacing issue that could be addressed with strategic endurance training.
Segments to Improve:
Run Total: Natalia's total running time suggests a need for enhanced running endurance and speed. Incorporating interval training sessions, such as 400m repeats with rest periods half the duration of the run, can improve VO2 max and running efficiency. Long, slow distance runs (increasing by no more than 10% weekly) can also enhance overall endurance. Focusing on running form, such as maintaining a relaxed upper body and efficient stride length, can improve running economy.
Wall Balls: The wall balls segment was significantly slower than desired. To improve, Natalia should focus on squat depth and explosiveness. Exercises like air squats to practice depth and jump squats for power can be beneficial. Additionally, practicing wall balls with a lighter ball to focus on speed and form before gradually increasing weight can help improve performance.
Burpees Broad Jump: The slower performance here indicates a potential lack of explosive power and efficiency in movement. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps and broad jumps can improve explosive strength, while burpee drills focusing on minimizing ground contact time can increase efficiency.
Ski Erg: To improve Ski Erg times, focus on technique and power. Incorporating upper body strength exercises, such as pull-ups and rows, can increase pulling power. Additionally, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on the Ski Erg, focusing on powerful, efficient strokes, can improve overall performance in this segment.
Rowing: Similar to the Ski Erg, improving rowing times involves technique refinement and power. Rowing intervals (e.g., 500m repeats) with focus on maintaining a strong, consistent stroke rate can build endurance and speed. Core strengthening exercises will also support a more powerful drive phase.
Race Strategies:
Start Pacing: Natalia should aim for a more conservative start to avoid burning out too early. By dividing the race into thirds and aiming to maintain a steady pace for the first two, before incrementally increasing effort in the final third, she can ensure a more evenly distributed performance throughout.
Transition Speed: Reducing time in the Roxzone indicates a need for quicker transitions between exercises. Practicing swift changes from running to strength exercises and vice versa during training can help minimize transition times.
Mid-Race Nutrition and Hydration: Proper nutrition and hydration strategies during the race can help maintain energy levels and prevent fatigue. Experimenting with different strategies during training to find what works best can be beneficial.
Mental Preparation: Mental resilience plays a crucial role in enduring and pushing through tough segments of the race. Visualization techniques and setting small, achievable goals throughout the race can help maintain focus and motivation.
In conclusion, by focusing on these specific areas of improvement and implementing the suggested training strategies and race tactics, Natalia Geschwandtner has the potential to significantly enhance her performance in future Hyrox races.