ElYakoubi Najib
Performance Analysis
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Amsterdam 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 ElYakoubi Najib'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 ElYakoubi Najib'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 ElYakoubi Najib'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 ElYakoubi Najib'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
02:28.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
01:47
Potential Improvement
72.3%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Najib ElYakoubi demonstrated a solid performance during the 2024 Amsterdam Hyrox race, finishing in the top 53% overall and top 54% in his age group. His overall time was 01:36:59, with a total running time of 00:48:18, indicating a slight lag compared to the average. Notably, Najib excelled in strength-based exercises like the Sled Push, Rowing, Farmers Carry, and Sandbag Lunges, showcasing a strong strength profile. However, his running splits, particularly after strength exercises, showed room for improvement, suggesting a need for enhanced endurance and recovery. Najib started the race with an impressive Running 1 split, indicating he might have begun too fast, which could have impacted his pacing in subsequent running segments.
Segments to Improve
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Roxzone (00:09:49, 01:42 slower than average):
- Analysis: The Roxzone was significantly slower than average, indicating potential fatigue or inefficient transitions.
- Training Strategies: Implement high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to enhance aerobic capacity and transition efficiency. Practice "brick workouts" that simulate race conditions, transitioning between running and exercises quickly to build muscle memory.
- Exercises: Include shuttle runs and agility ladders to improve quickness and coordination. Focus on core strength exercises like planks and Russian twists to stabilize during transitions.
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Running Performance (Total running time 00:48:18, 00:24 slower than average):
- Analysis: Consistently slower running times post-exercises suggest a need to improve running endurance and speed.
- Training Strategies: Incorporate tempo runs and long-distance intervals to build running endurance. Include hill sprints to increase running speed and stamina.
- Exercises: Practice fartlek training to enhance speed variability and sustained pace. Add plyometric drills to improve explosive power and running economy.
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Wall Balls (00:07:37, 00:06 faster than average):
- Analysis: Although slightly faster than average, further improvement could significantly enhance overall performance.
- Training Strategies: Focus on perfecting form and breathing technique during wall balls to maximize efficiency.
- Exercises: Incorporate wall ball circuits with varying weights and rep schemes. Practice thrusters and overhead squats to improve shoulder and leg endurance.
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Burpees Broad Jump (00:06:26, 00:08 slower than average):
- Analysis: Slightly slower performance indicates potential form or endurance issues.
- Training Strategies: Focus on explosive power and cardio conditioning to enhance burpee efficiency.
- Exercises: Integrate burpee intervals with short rest periods to build endurance. Practice plyometric exercises like box jumps to increase jumping power.
Race Strategies
- Pacing: Begin the race at a sustainable pace to prevent early fatigue. Use controlled breathing and focus on maintaining a steady rhythm, especially during the initial running segments.
- Transitions: Minimize time in the Roxzone by practicing efficient transitions during training. Develop a routine for transitioning between running and exercises to maintain momentum.
- Recovery: Incorporate active recovery techniques between exercises to maintain energy levels. Utilize deep breathing and shake out limbs during transitions to reduce fatigue.
- Mental Focus: Develop a mental strategy to stay motivated and focused throughout the race. Use visualization techniques during training to prepare for race-day scenarios.
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