Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Karlsruhe 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 Schefer Pascal'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 Schefer Pascal'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 Schefer Pascal'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 Schefer Pascal'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
04:25.
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:
Pascal Schefer's performance in the 2024 Karlsruhe HYROX race places him squarely in the competitive middle of his age group and overall. A standout feature of Pascal's race was his overall running time, which was 02:08 faster than the average, indicating a strong running profile. However, this advantage on the run was not fully leveraged due to slower performances in several strength-based exercises. His pacing started exceptionally strong but seemed to falter in segments that required more strength and technique, such as the Wall Balls and Sandbag Lunges. This suggests that while Pascal has a solid foundation in endurance, there is a significant opportunity to improve his performance through focused strength training and technique refinement in specific exercises.
Segments to Improve:
Wall Balls: Pascal's time in Wall Balls was notably slower than average, indicating a potential lack of power and technique. To improve, focus on developing lower body strength and power through squats and thrusters. Additionally, practicing wall balls with a focus on form, aiming for a consistent squat depth and targeting, can help improve efficiency and reduce time taken.
Sandbag Lunges: The significant time drop in this segment suggests a need for improved lower body endurance and strength. Incorporate lunges with varying weights into training routines, and practice carrying uneven loads to simulate race conditions. Endurance training that mimics the prolonged strain of this segment could include weighted step-ups and lunges.
Burpees Broad Jump: A slower time in this exercise indicates room for improvement in explosive power and coordination. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps, broad jumps, and burpees can enhance explosive strength, while practicing the specific combination of burpees followed by a broad jump will help improve transition efficiency and stamina.
Sled Pull: Being slower here suggests a need for stronger posterior chain development. Deadlifts, kettlebell swings, and sled pull exercises with increasing resistance can strengthen the necessary muscle groups. Technique focus, including maintaining a strong, steady posture while pulling, can also reduce times.
Farmers Carry: Pascal's slower time in this segment points to a potential lack of grip strength and overall endurance while carrying heavy loads. Grip strength exercises, such as dead hangs and farmer's walks with progressively heavier weights, can be beneficial. Additionally, incorporating interval training with weighted carries could improve endurance and speed in this segment.
Race Strategies:
Improve Transition Efficiency: Pascal's Roxzone time suggests he managed transitions relatively well but still has room for improvement. Practicing quick transitions between running and strength exercises in training can help reduce overall time. This includes setting up mock stations to simulate race day conditions.
Strength and Endurance Balance: Given Pascal's strong running performance but slower strength segments, a balanced training approach focusing equally on endurance running and strength training will be key. Implementing a training plan that doesn't overly favor one aspect over the other will ensure better overall race performance.
Pacing Strategy: Starting the race at a strong pace worked well for Pascal, but he may benefit from a more conservative start in the running segments to conserve energy for strength-based obstacles. Interval training that alternates between high-intensity running and strength exercises can help prepare the body for the demands of maintaining a balanced pace throughout the race.
Focus on Technique: For exercises where Pascal has shown weaker performances, focusing on technique can yield significant time improvements. This includes attending workshops or seeking coaching advice specifically for exercises like Wall Balls, Sandbag Lunges, and Burpees Broad Jump to ensure movements are efficient and effective.
By addressing these specific areas of improvement with targeted training and strategic race planning, Pascal Schefer can turn his weaknesses into strengths and significantly enhance his overall performance in future HYROX races.
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