Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Gdansk 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.
Performance Highlights
ITA Men #132002 01:35:55
88th in
AG
| Top 18.6%
348th | Top 73.6%
+04:52
51:51
Run Total
+00:37
06:29
Avg. Lap
+00:47
05:43
Best Lap
-02:19
38:30
Workout Total
-00:18
04:48
Avg. Workout
-02:31
05:39
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 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 Benetti Simone'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 Benetti Simone'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 Benetti Simone'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 Benetti Simone'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
08:40.
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:
Simone Benetti showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Gdansk HYROX, finishing in the top 52% of all athletes and top 59% in his age group. His performance was notably strong in the strength-based exercises, such as the Sled Push and Sled Pull, where he significantly outperformed the average times. Conversely, Simone's total running time was slower than average, indicating a need for enhanced focus on running endurance and speed. The pattern of starting strong but slowing down in later running segments suggests an initial fast pace that couldn't be maintained, indicating potential issues with pacing strategy or endurance. Simone's performance profile suggests he leans towards a strength-dominant athlete but would benefit from a more balanced approach to also boost his running efficiency.
Segments to Improve:
Running Total: With a total running time significantly slower than average, it's clear that running is a critical area for improvement. Introducing interval training, such as 400 to 800-meter repeats at a pace faster than race pace, can help improve speed and endurance. Long, slow distance runs (60-90 minutes) at a comfortable pace will also enhance aerobic capacity. Incorporating hill repeats will build leg strength and improve running economy.
Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was considerably slower than the average, indicating a need for improvement in both explosive power and endurance. Plyometric exercises, such as box jumps and jump squats, can enhance explosive strength, while high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts can improve the ability to sustain high-intensity efforts over time. Practicing burpees with a focus on minimizing ground contact time will help increase efficiency in this exercise.
Sandbag Lunges: Another segment where Simone was slower than average, highlighting a need for improved lower body strength and endurance. Incorporating weighted lunges, step-ups, and squats into training can build the necessary muscle strength. Endurance can be enhanced through circuit training that includes lunges, mimicking the fatigue experienced during a race.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Simone should focus on starting at a sustainable pace, particularly in the running segments. Using a heart rate monitor or a pacing app during training and races can help maintain an optimal pace. Practicing negative splits during training runs, where each segment is run slightly faster than the one before, can also teach pacing strategies that prevent starting too fast.
Transitions (Roxzone): Although Simone was faster than average in transitions, continuous focus on minimizing rest time between exercises will improve overall time. Practicing quick transitions in training, simulating race conditions by moving swiftly between different workout stations, can enhance this aspect.
Strength and Endurance Balance: Given Simone's strength in power-based exercises, maintaining this advantage while increasing focus on running performance will yield the best overall improvement. A balanced training program that includes both strength training and running workouts, tailored to address specific weaknesses in endurance and speed, will be key.
In conclusion, Simone Benetti has demonstrated strong potential in HYROX races, particularly in strength-focused segments. By addressing identified areas for improvement with targeted training strategies and refining his race-day strategies, there's a clear path toward significantly enhancing his overall performance. Commitment to a balanced training regimen that improves running endurance and speed, without sacrificing strength, will be crucial for climbing the ranks in future events.
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