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 Van Der Zeyden Melvin'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 Van Der Zeyden Melvin'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 Van Der Zeyden Melvin'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 Van Der Zeyden Melvin'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
05:45.
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
Melvin Van Der Zeyden delivered a strong performance in the 2024 Amsterdam Hyrox race, finishing in the top 9% overall and top 12% in his age group. His overall time was 01:12:41, which is commendable for his category. However, the total running time of 00:39:57 was 02:42 slower than average, indicating a need for improvement in running efficiency. Despite this, his strength segments, such as the Sled Push, Sandbag Lunges, and Wall Balls, were completed significantly faster than average, showcasing his strength capabilities. Melvin's early running segments suggest he might have started slightly too fast, as indicated by his first run, which was faster than the average, but subsequent runs were consistently slower. This points to a hybrid profile with a slight leaning towards strength over endurance running.
Segments to Improve
Running Endurance: Melvin's running segments, particularly from Running 2 to Running 8, were consistently slower than average, suggesting that his endurance and pacing strategy could be improved.
Training Strategies: Incorporate interval training to improve cardiovascular endurance and speed. Consider 400m repeats at a pace faster than race pace with short recovery periods.
Long Runs: Schedule weekly long runs at a steady pace to build aerobic capacity and improve overall stamina.
Compromised Running: Practice running immediately after completing strength exercises to mimic race conditions and improve transition efficiency.
Farmers Carry: While only slightly slower than average, improving grip strength and overall carrying efficiency can provide an edge.
Grip Strength Drills: Include farmer's walks with heavier weights and increase duration over time.
Core Stability Exercises: Focus on planks and rotational core exercises to maintain posture and balance during carries.
Race Strategies
Improved Pacing: Start the race at a more controlled pace to avoid early fatigue. Utilize a negative split strategy where the second half of the race is faster than the first.
Efficient Transitions: Reduce time spent in the Roxzone by practicing quick transitions between exercises and runs. Focus on minimizing rest and maintaining consistent movement.
Energy Management: Implement a nutrition and hydration plan that sustains energy levels throughout the race, especially during longer running segments.
Strength Maintenance: Continue to leverage strength advantages by maintaining a strong technique in strength segments, ensuring these remain efficient and effective.
By focusing on these targeted improvements and strategies, Melvin can enhance his race performance, particularly in running endurance, while capitalizing on his existing strength capabilities.