Kim Minjun
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Incheon 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.
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 Kim Minjun'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 Kim Minjun'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 Kim Minjun'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 Kim Minjun'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
06:04.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
06:04
Potential Improvement
100.0%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Minjun Kim's performance in the 2024 Incheon HYROX race demonstrates a strong capability in strength-focused exercises, as evidenced by his exceptional rankings in the Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpees Broad Jump, Sandbag Lunges, and Wall Balls segments. These activities, where he significantly outperformed the average times, highlight his strength as a fitness athlete. Conversely, his "Total running time" was 04:35 slower than average, positioning him as having a more strength-dominant profile rather than that of a runner. Additionally, his pacing at the start of the race (Running 1) was substantially faster than average, suggesting a potential mismanagement of energy distribution across the event. The Roxzone time also indicates an area for improvement, as it was significantly slower than average, suggesting inefficiencies in transition times or a need for enhanced overall fitness.
Segments to Improve:
- Total Running Time & Roxzone: The most critical areas for improvement are Minjun's total running time and Roxzone. To enhance his running performance, incorporating interval training with varying intensities can improve both speed and endurance. Workouts such as 400m repeats at a faster pace than his current average lap time, with equal rest, could be beneficial. Additionally, tempo runs that are longer in duration than his average running segment but at a slightly slower pace can help build endurance. For Roxzone improvements, incorporating circuit training that mimics the transition between exercises can help. This includes short bursts of high-intensity exercises followed by brief periods of running or jogging, thereby improving his ability to maintain performance during transitions and reduce overall Roxzone time.
- Specific Exercises: For running endurance, hill repeats and long, slow runs will build both strength and stamina. Hill repeats also mimic the resistance faced during sled pushes and pulls, offering a dual benefit. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps and jump squats can improve power for the strength segments while also enhancing running efficiency. Agility ladder drills can enhance transition speeds by improving footwork and coordination, directly impacting Roxzone times.
- Form Corrections: A focus on running form, especially during the later stages of the race when fatigue sets in, can conserve energy and improve times. This includes maintaining a relaxed upper body, efficient arm swing, and proper foot strike. For strength exercises, ensuring proper form will not only improve performance but also reduce the risk of injury. This involves engaging the core, maintaining a neutral spine, and focusing on controlled movements during exercises like the sled push and pull.
Race Strategies:
- Energy Distribution: Given Minjun's tendency to start fast, as seen in Running 1, adopting a more conservative start can help conserve energy for the latter stages of the race. Monitoring his pace through the use of a running watch or relying on internal pacing strategies can ensure a more even distribution of effort.
- Transition Efficiency: Minimizing time spent in the Roxzone can significantly impact overall performance. Practicing quick transitions between exercises during training sessions can help. This includes setting up a mock race course that mimics the sequence of events in a HYROX race, allowing Minjun to practice moving swiftly and efficiently from one segment to the next.
- Recovery Focus: Incorporating active recovery and flexibility training into his routine can improve Minjun's overall fitness and ability to recover between segments. Techniques such as foam rolling, dynamic stretching before workouts, and yoga can enhance flexibility, reduce muscle soreness, and improve recovery times.
By focusing on these targeted areas of improvement and adopting strategic race strategies, Minjun Kim has the potential to significantly enhance his performance in future HYROX events, particularly by balancing his evident strength capabilities with improved running endurance and transition efficiency.
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