Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Hamburg 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
66 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 66 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 66 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire De Oude Marcel'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 De Oude Marcel'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 66 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 De Oude Marcel'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 De Oude Marcel'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
19:58.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 66 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Marcel De Oude placed 950th overall out of 823 athletes and 27th in his age group of 55-59. His overall performance was impressive, particularly in terms of running speed. Marcel's total running time was 12:10 faster than the average, marking him as a strong runner. His best running lap was 00:06:02, further showcasing his running prowess. However, his performance in the roxzone suggests he could benefit from improving his fitness and transition times. His roxzone time was 01:36 slower than the average, indicating that he may have needed to rest more or took longer to transition.
Segments to Improve:
Burpees Broad Jump: Marcel's time in this segment was significantly slower than average. To improve, he could focus on training to increase explosive power and stamina. Plyometric exercises, such as box jumps, squat jumps, and interval sprinting could be beneficial. Additionally, practicing the actual burpee broad jump movement would provide specific strength and coordination gains.
Sandbag Lunges: Another area of difficulty was the sandbag lunges, where Marcel's time was 02:54 slower than average. Strength training focusing on the lower body and core, such as squats, deadlifts and weighted lunges, would likely improve performance in this segment. Practicing lunges with a weighted vest or backpack could more closely simulate the conditions of the race.
Wall Balls: Marcel was slightly slower than average in this station. He should focus on building his upper body strength and improving his squat technique. Specific exercises might include thrusters, kettlebell swings, and medicine ball tosses. Additionally, practicing wall balls with the actual weight used in the competition would make the training more specific.
Roxzone: As previously mentioned, Marcel struggled in the roxzone. This segment requires both fitness and efficient transitioning. To improve, Marcel could practice transitioning between different exercises to become more fluid and efficient. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts that include multiple exercise types would also likely help boost his overall fitness.
Race Strategies:
To improve his overall race performance, Marcel should consider implementing the following strategies:
Pacing: While he performed well in the running segments, Marcel's pacing in the strength exercises could be improved. He should focus on maintaining a steady pace throughout each exercise rather than trying to rush through, which could lead to exhaustion and slower times in subsequent segments.
Transitions: As the roxzone was a weaker area, Marcel should work on speeding up his transitions between exercises. This could involve practicing the movements required to switch between exercises, as well as organizing his exercise area for maximum efficiency.
Strength Training: Given his strong running performance, Marcel should place more emphasis on strength training in his preparation for future races. This would help improve his performance in the strength-based segments and contribute to a more balanced overall performance.