Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Cape Town 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
114 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 114 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 114 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Versfeld Bryan'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 Versfeld Bryan'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 114 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 Versfeld Bryan'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 Versfeld Bryan'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
24:04.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 114 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Bryan Versfeld delivered a commendable performance in the 2024 Cape Town Hyrox race, finishing in the top 62% of all participants and the top 65% within his age group. His overall time was 02:16:24, showcasing a strong runner profile with a total running time of 00:55:18, which was 10:51 faster than the average. This indicates that Bryan excels in running segments, suggesting a predominant runner profile. However, the initial running segments indicate a slightly conservative start compared to his overall capability, as seen in the slower-than-average Running 1 time. His exceptional performance in the running segments contrasts with the need for improvement in strength-intensive exercises.
Segments to Improve
Burpees Broad Jump (00:17:59): This segment was significantly slower than average, suggesting a need for improved explosive power and endurance. Focus on plyometric exercises such as box jumps, squat jumps, and burpee variations to build explosive strength. Incorporate high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to improve endurance under fatigue.
Sandbag Lunges (00:16:43): A slower performance here points to potential weaknesses in lower body strength and stability. Implement weighted lunges, Bulgarian split squats, and sandbag training to enhance leg strength. Practicing lunges under load will help simulate race conditions.
Wall Balls (00:16:27): To improve performance, focus on medicine ball throws, thrusters, and core strengthening exercises. Emphasize form corrections by maintaining a strong posture and using hips effectively to drive the ball.
Rowing (00:06:24): Enhance rowing efficiency with technique drills focusing on stroke power and rhythm. Include rowing intervals to build cardiovascular endurance and improve transition into other exercises.
Race Strategies
Pacing Strategy: Consider a more consistent pacing strategy across all running segments. Start at a steady, sustainable speed to reserve energy for strength segments.
Transition Efficiency: Improve transition times by practicing quick movements between exercises in training. Implement transition drills that simulate race conditions to reduce Roxzone time.
Strength-Maintenance: As a runner, enhance your strength training regimen. Incorporate compound lifts and functional strength exercises to develop muscle endurance and strength.
Compromised Running Training: Practice running immediately after completing a strength exercise to simulate race fatigue. This will help improve running performance following intense strength segments.