Season 23/24 2024 Rotterdam (2178) HYROX (1965) Men (1380) Van Bruggen Mathijs

Van Bruggen Mathijs Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Rotterdam 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

NED NED Flag Men 25-29 #140034 01:22:41 75th in AG | Top 26.7% 327th | Top 23.7%
-01:09
40:13
Run Total
-00:08
05:02
Avg. Lap
+00:02
04:28
Best Lap
+01:37
36:36
Workout Total
+00:12
04:34
Avg. Workout
-00:23
05:58
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 Van Bruggen Mathijs'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 Van Bruggen Mathijs'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 Van Bruggen Mathijs'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 Van Bruggen Mathijs'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 04:31. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:23 Potential Improvement 30.6% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Sled Pull 01:23 05:47 to 04:24 30.6%
Wall Balls 01:23 07:05 to 05:42 30.6%
Sled Push 00:58 03:32 to 02:34 21.4%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:42 05:23 to 04:41 15.5%
Ski Erg 00:05 04:24 to 04:19 1.8%
Rowing 00:00 04:32 to 04:32 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 01:56 to 01:56 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 03:57 to 03:57 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 40:13 to 40:13 0.0%

Splits Time

Van Bruggen Mathijs Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:16 00:00 04:29 +00:47 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:24 05:16 04:24 +00:00 04:29 +00:47
Running 2 04:28 09:40 04:51 -00:23 08:53 +00:47
Sled Push 03:32 14:08 02:50 +00:42 13:44 +00:24
Running 3 05:04 17:40 05:14 -00:10 16:34 +01:06
Sled Pull 05:47 22:44 04:45 +01:02 21:48 +00:56
Running 4 05:00 28:31 05:13 -00:13 26:33 +01:58
Burpees Broad Jump 05:23 33:31 05:02 +00:21 31:46 +01:45
Running 5 05:06 38:54 05:22 -00:16 36:48 +02:06
Rowing 04:32 44:00 04:45 -00:13 42:10 +01:50
Running 6 05:10 48:32 05:15 -00:05 46:55 +01:37
Farmers Carry 01:56 53:42 02:07 -00:11 52:10 +01:32
Running 7 04:54 55:38 05:13 -00:19 54:17 +01:21
Sandbag Lunges 03:57 01:00:32 04:52 -00:55 59:30 +01:02
Running 8 05:18 01:04:29 05:44 -00:26 01:04:22 +00:07
Wall Balls 07:05 01:09:47 06:14 +00:51 01:10:06 -00:19
Roxzone 05:58 01:22:41 06:21 -00:23 01:22:41
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Mathijs Van Bruggen's performance in the 2024 Rotterdam HYROX race showcased a strong overall athleticism, placing him in the top 16% of all athletes and top 19% in his age group. A significant highlight is his total running time, which was 01:33 faster than the average, indicating a strong running profile. However, there's a noted need for improvement in strength-focused segments, as indicated by slower times in exercises like Wall Balls, Sled Pull, and Sled Push. His pacing at the start was slower than average, but he managed to gain speed and efficiency in later running segments, suggesting a strong endurance base but a potential underestimation of initial pace. Mathijs appears to be more runner-oriented, but with room to become a more well-rounded HYROX competitor by focusing on strength training and race strategy optimization.

Segments to Improve:

  • Wall Balls: With a performance 00:54 slower than average, focusing on lower body strength and explosive power will be crucial. Incorporate exercises like squats, thrusters, and Olympic lifts (cleans and snatches) to build power. Practicing wall balls with a heavier ball than competition weight can also help improve efficiency and endurance for this segment.
  • Sled Pull: Being 01:04 slower than average, improving technique and strength in the posterior chain is key. Exercises such as deadlifts, kettlebell swings, and weighted sled drags will build the necessary muscle groups. Technique work focusing on body angle and hand placement can also reduce time significantly.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: This segment requires both endurance and explosive strength. Interval training combining burpees with plyometric exercises like box jumps and broad jumps can help improve performance. Also, focusing on burpee efficiency to minimize energy expenditure will be beneficial.
  • Sled Push: To improve the 00:37 slower than average time, work on leg strength and power, particularly in the quadriceps and calves. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions with sled pushes at varying weights and distances can help adapt to the demands of this segment. Technique improvements, such as maintaining a low center of gravity and using short, quick steps, can also aid in reducing time.
  • Roxzone: A faster transition time by 00:13 than average indicates good potential but still room for improvement in overall fitness and transition efficiency. Focusing on metabolic conditioning workouts and practicing transitions between exercises can minimize rest time and improve this segment.

Race Strategies:

  • Start Stronger: Given Mathijs's tendency to start slower than average, a strategy to slightly increase the initial pace without burning out could lead to a better overall time. This requires careful pacing and knowing his threshold to avoid early fatigue.
  • Strength Segments: For strength-focused segments, breaking down the task into smaller, more manageable sets with short, predetermined rest periods can help maintain a steady pace and avoid excessive fatigue.
  • Transitions: Reducing transition times by practicing quick switches between running and strength exercises during training will help shave seconds off the Roxzone time. This also includes optimizing equipment setup and layout for efficiency.
  • Endurance and Recovery: Implementing a consistent routine of endurance training, combined with adequate recovery practices such as stretching, foam rolling, and hydration, will support sustained performance throughout the race.
  • Mental Preparation: Mental toughness drills, visualization techniques, and strategic race plan rehearsal can prepare Mathijs to tackle each segment with confidence and resilience.

By addressing these identified areas of improvement with targeted training strategies and adjusting race day approaches, Mathijs Van Bruggen has the potential to significantly enhance his HYROX performance, making him a more formidable and well-rounded competitor.

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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