Mersch Matij Hyrox Result

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 671 similar athletes.

Performance Highlights

NED NED Flag Men 35-39 #122025 01:04:59 14th in AG | Top 3.6% 60th | Top 2.7%
+02:52
36:05
Run Total
+00:22
04:31
Avg. Lap
+00:52
04:34
Best Lap
-02:00
25:19
Workout Total
-00:15
03:09
Avg. Workout
-00:49
03:39
Roxzone

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 671 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 671 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Mersch Matij'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 Mersch Matij'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 671 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 Mersch Matij'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 Mersch Matij'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 04:29. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

03:21 Potential Improvement 74.7% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 03:21 36:05 to 32:44 74.7%
Ski Erg 00:38 04:34 to 03:56 14.1%
Farmers Carry 00:11 01:39 to 01:28 4.1%
Wall Balls 00:10 04:14 to 04:04 3.7%
Rowing 00:09 04:23 to 04:14 3.3%
Sled Push 00:00 01:39 to 01:39 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 02:51 to 02:51 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 02:49 to 02:49 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 03:10 to 03:10 0.0%

Splits Time

Mersch Matij Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:22 00:00 03:43 -00:21 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:34 03:22 04:05 +00:29 03:43 -00:21
Running 2 04:34 07:56 03:56 +00:38 07:48 +00:08
Sled Push 01:39 12:30 02:16 -00:37 11:44 +00:46
Running 3 04:40 14:09 04:11 +00:29 14:00 +00:09
Sled Pull 02:51 18:49 03:34 -00:43 18:11 +00:38
Running 4 04:39 21:40 04:11 +00:28 21:45 -00:05
Burpees Broad Jump 02:49 26:19 03:25 -00:36 25:56 +00:23
Running 5 04:43 29:08 04:18 +00:25 29:21 -00:13
Rowing 04:23 33:51 04:19 +00:04 33:39 +00:12
Running 6 04:38 38:14 04:13 +00:25 37:58 +00:16
Farmers Carry 01:39 42:52 01:40 -00:01 42:11 +00:41
Running 7 04:39 44:31 04:13 +00:26 43:51 +00:40
Sandbag Lunges 03:10 49:10 03:34 -00:24 48:04 +01:06
Running 8 04:54 52:20 04:27 +00:27 51:38 +00:42
Wall Balls 04:14 57:14 04:26 -00:12 56:05 +01:09
Roxzone 03:39 01:04:59 04:28 -00:49 01:04:59
Based on 671 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer

Overall Performance

Matij Mersch delivered a commendable performance at the 2024 Amsterdam HYROX race, securing an impressive overall rank of 63 out of 3118 athletes, placing him in the top 2% overall and in his age group. His pacing indicates a balanced approach, although his total running time was 2:26 slower than average, suggesting a need for improvement in running endurance. He showed significant strength in power-based activities, such as the sled push and sled pull, indicating a strength-oriented profile. Matij's consistency in the Roxzone transitions further emphasizes his ability to maintain focus and efficiency throughout the race.

Segments to Improve

  • Total Running Time: The running segments collectively were slower than average, with Matij starting faster in the first run but progressively slowing in subsequent segments. This indicates the need for improved endurance and pacing strategy.
    • Training Strategy: Incorporate interval training to enhance speed endurance. Focus on tempo runs and fartlek sessions to build stamina and improve pace consistency.
    • Suggested Exercises: Long runs (8-10 km) at a steady pace, hill sprints for strength, and cadence drills to enhance running efficiency.
  • Ski Erg: This segment was notably slower, suggesting a need for technical refinement and strength endurance.
    • Training Strategy: Focus on improving technique and cardiovascular endurance specific to the Ski Erg.
    • Suggested Drills: High-intensity interval training (HIIT) on the Ski Erg, emphasizing quick, powerful strokes. Include core strengthening exercises to stabilize the body during the motion.

Race Strategies

  • Pacing Strategy: Establish a more consistent pace from the start to prevent significant slowdowns in later runs. Consider setting a target pace slightly faster than current average but sustainable throughout the race.
  • Transition Efficiency: Despite good Roxzone times, further enhancing transitions can shave off valuable seconds. Practice quick transitions in training by simulating race conditions.
  • Compromised Running: Integrate compromised running drills to simulate fatigue conditions experienced post-exercise zones. This could involve running immediately after strength exercises to adapt the body to maintain speed under fatigue.

By focusing on these areas, Matij can leverage his strength, improve his running efficiency, and enhance overall race performance, potentially moving up in the rankings in future HYROX events.

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
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