Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Copenhagen 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 Karsten Elias'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 Karsten Elias'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 Karsten Elias'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 Karsten Elias'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
05:21.
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:
Elias Karsten's performance in the 2024 Copenhagen HYROX race places him solidly in the competitive mid-field, both overall and within his age group. A notable strength is his total running time, which is significantly faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, his initial pacing in Running 1 suggests he started the race too slow, potentially affecting his overall rhythm and performance in subsequent segments. Despite his running prowess, Elias shows areas for improvement in specific strength and skill-focused segments, such as the Burpees Broad Jump, Wall Balls, and Sandbag Lunges. Additionally, his Roxzone time indicates slower transitions between exercises, pointing towards a need for improved efficiency and perhaps overall fitness to minimize downtime.
Segments to Improve:
Burpees Broad Jump: To improve in this area, Elias should focus on explosive power and efficiency in movement. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps, squat jumps, and broad jumps will help build this explosive strength. Incorporating burpee variations into his routine, focusing on reducing ground contact time and increasing jump distance, can also be beneficial. Technique drills emphasizing a smooth transition from the burpee to the jump phase will enhance efficiency.
Wall Balls: This segment requires both strength and endurance. Elias should work on squat strength and endurance through high-rep squat sets and wall ball-specific workouts. Practicing wall balls with a focus on form—keeping the chest up and utilizing the legs for power to minimize arm fatigue—can help. Interval training with wall balls, alternating between high-intensity throws and recovery periods, will also build muscular endurance.
Sandbag Lunges: Improvements here can come from focused lower body and core strength training. Exercises such as lunges with weights, sandbag squats, and deadlifts will build the necessary strength. Incorporating sandbag training into functional workouts will also improve grip strength and endurance, crucial for maintaining performance in this segment. Practicing transitions between running and lunging can help mimic the race conditions and improve Elias's efficiency.
Roxzone: To decrease time spent in the Roxzone, Elias should focus on improving his overall fitness and specifically work on transitioning faster between exercises. Circuit training with minimal rest between exercises can simulate the quick transitions required in a race. Practicing the setup and execution of each exercise segment in a sequence that mimics the race order can also reduce transition times.
Race Strategies:
Start Strong: Elias should work on starting the race with a slightly faster pace to avoid losing time in the initial running segment. This does not mean going all out from the start but finding a comfortable yet brisk pace that is sustainable and sets a positive tone for the rest of the race.
Segment Focus: During training, Elias should focus on the segments identified for improvement by performing them under fatigue conditions. This strategy will help him manage the compounded tiredness during the race and maintain efficiency across all segments.
Transition Efficiency: Practicing quick transitions between exercises during training sessions will help reduce Roxzone times. This includes setting up for the next exercise while catching breath and using active recovery techniques to maintain a steady flow throughout the race.
Endurance and Strength Balance: Given Elias's strong running performance but slower strength and skill segments, a balanced training approach focusing on both endurance and strength is crucial. Integrating strength workouts with endurance runs, where Elias practices running after strength exercises, can help improve his overall race performance and stamina.
By focusing on these targeted areas and implementing the suggested strategies, Elias has a strong opportunity to improve his performance in future HYROX races, potentially moving up in rank both overall and within his age group.
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