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.
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 Luiken Koen'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 Luiken Koen'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 Luiken Koen'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 Luiken Koen'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
03:28.
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
Koen Luiken's performance in the 2024 Amsterdam Hyrox race was commendable, achieving an overall rank of 1089, placing him in the top 34% of all competitors, and 235th in his age group, placing him in the top 37%. While his overall time of 01:25:46 is competitive, his total running time of 00:43:33 was 29 seconds slower than the average, indicating that there is room for improvement in his running performance. His best running lap was an impressive 00:05:28. Koen showed a strong start in the initial running segment, pacing 00:03:55, which was 36 seconds faster than the average. However, the subsequent running segments showed a gradual decline in pace, suggesting that he may have started too fast. His profile suggests a more balanced hybrid athlete, with notable strengths in exercises like the Sled Push and Burpees Broad Jump.
Segments to Improve
Running Performance: Considering the declining pace over the running segments, focus on building endurance and pacing strategies. Incorporate long-distance runs and tempo runs into your training. Work on maintaining a steady pace throughout the race to avoid early fatigue.
Wall Balls: This segment was 38 seconds slower than average. Focus on improving leg strength and endurance with squats, lunges, and plyometric exercises. Practice wall ball drills to enhance technique and efficiency, ensuring a consistent rhythm and breathing pattern.
Roxzone: With this segment being 17 seconds slower than average, work on transitions and maintaining focus during rest periods. Implement transition drills in training, such as quickly moving from one exercise to another, to improve time management and overall fitness.
Sled Pull: Although slightly better than average, there’s potential improvement by focusing on grip strength and pulling power. Incorporate deadlifts, rows, and grip strength exercises into your routine.
Race Strategies
Start Steady: Aim for a consistent pace in the initial segments to conserve energy for later stages. Avoid starting too fast to prevent early fatigue.
Efficient Transitions: Practice quick transitions between exercises. Time spent in the Roxzone can be reduced by rehearsing transitions in training.
Compromised Running: Train for running under fatigue by simulating race conditions in training, such as running right after strength exercises. This will prepare your body for the demands of compromised running during the race.
Breathing Techniques: Focus on controlled breathing during high-intensity segments like Wall Balls to maintain performance and reduce fatigue.