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.
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 Hofman Marcel'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 Hofman Marcel'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 Hofman Marcel'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 Hofman Marcel'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
05:10.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Marcel Hofman exhibited a commendable performance in the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX race, securing a top 24% overall rank among 1965 athletes and ranking in the top 28% within his age group. His overall time was 01:26:28, with a total running time of 00:43:44, slightly slower than the average. This suggests Marcel has a balanced profile with a slight inclination towards strength, given his running time was not his strongest suit. Notably, his endurance and strength in segments like the Wall Balls (ranking at the 1st percentile) and the Burpees Broad Jump indicate Marcel's significant strength and power capabilities. However, the pacing analysis indicates Marcel might have started too fast, as evidenced by the slower initial running segments compared to the average, which could have affected his stamina in subsequent activities.
Segments to Improve:
Sled Pull: Marcel's performance in the Sled Pull was significantly slower than average, indicating a potential area for improvement. To enhance performance in this segment, Marcel should incorporate more posterior chain exercises, such as deadlifts, kettlebell swings, and hip thrusts, to build strength. Additionally, practicing actual sled pulls with gradually increasing weights can help improve technique and endurance for this specific challenge. Focusing on a strong, steady posture and consistent pulling rhythm during practice can translate to better performance.
Total Running Time: Marcel's running segments indicated a need for improved endurance and pacing strategy. Interval training, incorporating both short and long intervals, can help improve speed and cardiovascular endurance. Long runs at a steady pace should also be part of the training regimen to build endurance. Running drills focusing on form, including high knees and butt kicks, can improve efficiency. To address pacing, practicing race simulations with planned pacing strategies will help Marcel manage his energy better throughout the race.
Roxzone: The Roxzone time suggests Marcel could benefit from improving his transition efficiency and overall fitness. Circuit training with short recovery times can help enhance Marcel's ability to recover quickly, while practicing transitions between different types of exercises can reduce Roxzone time. Emphasizing speed and fluidity in moving from one station to the next without sacrificing safety is crucial.
Sled Push: Improvements in the Sled Push segment can come from targeted leg strength work and specific sled push practice. Squats, lunges, and leg press exercises will build the necessary strength, while regular sled push sessions, focusing on explosive power from the legs and maintaining a low, driving posture, will directly translate to better sled push performance.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Given Marcel's tendency to start fast, a more conservative start is advisable, conserving energy for a strong finish. Breaking down the race into sections and setting target times can help maintain an even pace, avoiding early burnout.
Strength Segments Focus: For strength-focused segments, Marcel should aim to maintain a steady but strong pace, focusing on efficient movement and form to conserve energy. Quick, short breaks instead of longer rests can help maintain momentum.
Transition Efficiency: Improving transition times between exercises can shave valuable seconds off Marcel's overall time. Practicing quick changes and setups for exercises during training sessions can improve this aspect significantly.
Endurance Training: Incorporating more endurance-focused training days, with longer runs interspersed with strength training segments, can help improve Marcel's running time and endurance for the overall race.
By focusing on these areas, Marcel Hofman has the potential to significantly improve his HYROX performance, particularly by balancing his natural strength with enhanced running endurance and strategic pacing.
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 Men