Louw Rouche Performance Analysis

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Birmingham 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 839 similar athletes.

Season 24/25 2024 Birmingham (4627) HYROX (4105) Men (2701) Louw Rouche

GBR GBR Flag Men 30-34 #173049 01:47:37 506th in AG | Top 91.8% 2428th | Top 89.9%

Performance Highlights

-00:23
52:10
Run Total
-00:03
06:31
Avg. Lap
+00:08
05:29
Best Lap
-01:07
44:20
Workout Total
-00:08
05:32
Avg. Workout
+01:41
11:13
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 839 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 839 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Louw Rouche'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 Louw Rouche'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 839 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 Louw Rouche'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 Louw Rouche'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 02:46. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:22 Potential Improvement 49.4% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 01:22 52:10 to 50:48 49.4%
Burpees Broad Jump 01:18 08:29 to 07:11 47.0%
Wall Balls 00:04 08:45 to 08:41 2.4%
Sandbag Lunges 00:02 06:39 to 06:37 1.2%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:22 to 04:22 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 02:46 to 02:46 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 05:42 to 05:42 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 05:08 to 05:08 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:29 to 02:29 0.0%

Splits Time

Louw Rouche Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:49 00:00 05:24 +00:25 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:22 05:49 04:46 -00:24 05:24 +00:25
Running 2 05:29 10:11 05:57 -00:28 10:10 +00:01
Sled Push 02:46 15:40 03:37 -00:51 16:07 -00:27
Running 3 06:02 18:26 06:36 -00:34 19:44 -01:18
Sled Pull 05:42 24:28 06:19 -00:37 26:20 -01:52
Running 4 06:50 30:10 06:35 +00:15 32:39 -02:29
Burpees Broad Jump 08:29 37:00 07:12 +01:17 39:14 -02:14
Running 5 07:16 45:29 06:53 +00:23 46:26 -00:57
Rowing 05:08 52:45 05:16 -00:08 53:19 -00:34
Running 6 06:28 57:53 06:40 -00:12 58:35 -00:42
Farmers Carry 02:29 01:04:21 02:41 -00:12 01:05:15 -00:54
Running 7 06:42 01:06:50 06:39 +00:03 01:07:56 -01:06
Sandbag Lunges 06:39 01:13:32 06:45 -00:06 01:14:35 -01:03
Running 8 07:37 01:20:11 07:54 -00:17 01:21:20 -01:09
Wall Balls 08:45 01:27:48 08:51 -00:06 01:29:14 -01:26
Roxzone 11:13 01:47:37 09:32 +01:41 01:47:37
Based on 839 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance

Rouche Louw showcased a strong performance in the 2024 Birmingham HYROX race, finishing in the top 59% of all athletes and top 62% in his age group. His overall time was 01:47:37, with a total running time of 00:52:10, which was 00:25 faster than the average. This indicates that Rouche is more inclined towards a runner profile. However, his pacing showed a mixed trend, starting slower in the initial running segment but improving in subsequent segments. His best running lap was 00:05:29.

Segments to Improve

Based on the splits, there are several areas where Rouche can focus on for improvement:

  • Roxzone: With a timing of 00:11:13, which was 01:42 slower than average, the Roxzone segment was a significant area of improvement. To enhance this, Rouche should focus on improving his transition time and overall fitness. This can be achieved by incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts, focusing on both aerobic and anaerobic exercises, to increase endurance and speed. Also, practicing transitions between exercises can help reduce time spent in the Roxzone.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: Rouche took 00:08:29 for this segment, which was 01:21 slower than average. Increasing power and coordination can help improve performance in this segment. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps, jump squats, and clap push-ups can help increase power. Additionally, practicing the burpees broad jump movement can help improve coordination and speed.
  • Wall Balls: This segment was only 00:02 faster than average, indicating room for improvement. Strengthening the lower body and core can help improve performance in wall balls. Exercises like squats, lunges, and planks can help strengthen these areas. Additionally, practicing the wall ball throw can help improve form and efficiency.
  • Running Segments: While Rouche has a stronger running profile, there is still room for improvement in the running segments. Incorporating speedwork, hill training, and long runs into his training routine can help improve running speed and endurance. He should also focus on maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race to avoid starting too slow or too fast.

Race Strategies

Going forward, Rouche should consider the following strategies:

  • Pacing: Try to maintain a steady pace throughout the race, rather than starting slow and then trying to make up for lost time. This can help conserve energy for the latter stages of the race.
  • Rest & Recovery: Ensure to take adequate rest between training sessions to avoid overtraining and injuries. This is crucial especially before the race day.
  • Nutrition: Maintain a balanced diet rich in proteins and carbohydrates to fuel the training and recovery process. Stay hydrated before, during, and after the race.
  • Mental Preparation: Participating in races can be mentally challenging. Incorporate mindfulness and visualization techniques in your routine to stay focused and motivated during the race.

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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