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.
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The chart has 1 Y axis displaying values. Data ranges from 16 to 94.
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Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Run, Baby, Run!
We stack your running times against athletes with similar finish times to see how you measure up. This chart breaks it down, showing whether you were blazing fast, cruising steady, or losing pace.
It’s all about finding out if your running strategy matched your overall finish time!
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The chart has 1 Y axis displaying values. Data ranges from 220 to 402.
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Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Station Showdown
We pit your station times against athletes with similar finish times to see how you stack up. This chart shows if you crushed it, coasted, or found that sweet spot for your overall finish time.
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The chart has 1 Y axis displaying values. Data ranges from 107 to 527.
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Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Fast, slow, or steady?
Here’s the full breakdown of Van Halm Merijn's race, station by station and run by run, stacked against the average of athletes with similar finish times.
In HYROX, pacing is the name of the game. The pacing line shows where Van Halm Merijn hit the gas, tapped the brakes, or nailed it perfectly—guiding the way to a more balanced and dominant race strategy.
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Race Comparison
The chart has 1 X axis displaying categories.
The chart has 1 Y axis displaying values. Data ranges from -113 to 185.
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Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Expected Finish Time
With the RoxCoach Simulation machine, you can see how your predicted finish time evolves as you power through your race. This next-level tech recalculates your estimated finish time after every run and every station.
Crushing the sled pull? Gaining ground on the row? Or holding strong in the Wall Balls? RoxCoach tracks it all, giving you the inside scoop on where you shined and where there’s room to level up.
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Expected Finish Time
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The chart has 1 Y axis displaying values. Data ranges from 5081 to 5614.
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Spread of Splits Time
This chart breaks down the splits for every athlete in the division, giving you a clear look at how times are distributed across the pack.
Compare Van Halm Merijn’s performance to the competition, spotting where they dominated and where there’s room to improve.
You’ll see how they stack up against the Top 10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and beyond. Outliers are out—so the focus stays on the real competition.
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Column range of splits time
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The chart has 1 Y axis displaying values. Data ranges from 81 to 866.
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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 Halm Merijn'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
04:38.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance
Merijn Van Halm delivered a commendable performance at the 2024 Amsterdam Hyrox race, securing the 1314th position overall and ranking 320th in his age group. His total time of 01:29:46 places him in the top 42% of all competitors, which is a solid achievement given the competitive nature of the event. Notably, Merijn has a slight edge in running, completing the total running segments 00:04 faster than the average, indicating a propensity towards a runner profile. However, the significant delay in the Burpees Broad Jump segment suggests a need for targeted improvement in strength and endurance exercises, especially post-intense running segments. His pacing was aggressive at the start, evident from the faster-than-average Running 1, but gradually slowed down, indicating the potential for improved pacing strategy.
Segments to Improve
Burpees Broad Jump (03:13 slower than average)
Technique Improvement: Focus on efficient movement patterns to reduce energy expenditure. Practice proper landing mechanics to transition smoothly into the next jump.
Strength and Endurance Drills: Incorporate plyometric exercises such as box jumps and squat jumps to enhance explosive power. Additionally, perform high-repetition burpees with short rest intervals to build stamina.
Compromised Running Scenarios: Simulate fatigue by running 400m sprints followed immediately by burpees to adapt to transitioning from running to strength-based movements.
Wall Balls (00:08 slower than average)
Technique Correction: Optimize your squat depth and throw consistency. Use a medicine ball that challenges but does not hinder your form.
Strength Training: Integrate front squats and overhead presses to build the necessary strength and endurance for Wall Balls.
Endurance Building: Perform sets of Wall Balls combined with rowing or running sprints to mimic race fatigue and improve endurance.
Total Running Time (00:01:42 improvement potential to the 25th percentile)
Running Technique: Focus on maintaining a consistent pace and efficient stride to avoid burnout in later segments.
Endurance Training: Incorporate tempo runs and interval training to improve cardiovascular fitness and running economy.
Hybrid Training: Utilize circuits that combine moderate running with strength exercises to adapt to the multi-disciplinary nature of the race.
Race Strategies
Pacing Strategy: Begin with a steady pace rather than an overly aggressive start to conserve energy for later segments. This approach can help avoid the gradual slowdown observed in the running splits.
Efficient Transitions: Practice quick transitions between exercises and running to minimize time spent in the roxzone. Focus on mental preparation to smoothly and swiftly shift from one activity to the next.
Pre-Race Nutrition: Ensure adequate energy levels through balanced pre-race nutrition, focusing on carbohydrates and hydration to sustain performance throughout the event.