Mergel Marc Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Sydney 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

GER Flag Mergel Marc Men 50-54 #113047 01:20:26 7th in AG | Top 18.9% 299th | Top 43.0%
+03:27
43:50
Run Total
+00:27
05:29
Avg. Lap
+00:56
05:18
Best Lap
-02:20
31:37
Workout Total
-00:17
03:57
Avg. Workout
-01:04
05:04
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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

Run, Baby, Run!

We stack your running times against athletes with similar finish times to see how you measure up. This chart breaks it down, showing whether you were blazing fast, cruising steady, or losing pace.
It’s all about finding out if your running strategy matched your overall finish time!

Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Station Showdown

We pit your station times against athletes with similar finish times to see how you stack up. This chart shows if you crushed it, coasted, or found that sweet spot for your overall finish time.

Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Fast, slow, or steady?

Here’s the full breakdown of the race, station by station and run by run, stacked against the average of athletes with similar finish times.
In HYROX, pacing is the name of the game. The pacing line shows where you hit the gas, tapped the brakes, or nailed it perfectly—guiding the way to a more balanced and dominant race strategy.

Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Expected Finish Time

With the RoxCoach Simulation machine, you can see how your predicted finish time evolves as you power through your race. This next-level tech recalculates your estimated finish time after every run and every station. Crushing the sled pull? Gaining ground on the row? Or holding strong in the Wall Balls? RoxCoach tracks it all, giving you the inside scoop on where you shined and where there’s room to level up.

Spread of Splits Time

This chart breaks down the splits for every athlete in the division, giving you a clear look at how times are distributed across the pack. Compare performance to the competition, spotting where they dominated and where there’s room to improve.
You’ll see how they stack up against the Top 10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and beyond. Outliers are out—so the focus stays on the real competition.

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 his 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 06:13. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

04:36 Potential Improvement 74.0% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Focus During Training
Run Total 04:36 (From 43:50 to 39:14) 74.0%
Sled Push 00:40 (From 03:07 to 02:27) 10.7%
Ski Erg 00:37 (From 04:53 to 04:16) 9.9%
Sandbag Lunges 00:20 (From 04:44 to 04:24) 5.4%
Sled Pull 00:00 (From 04:03 to 04:03) 0.0%
BBJ 00:00 (From 03:47 to 03:47) 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 (From 04:31 to 04:31) 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 (From 01:49 to 01:49) 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 (From 04:43 to 04:43) 0.0%

Splits Time

Mergel Marc Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:28 00:00 04:23 +00:05 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:53 04:28 04:21 +00:32 04:23 +00:05
Running 2 05:20 09:21 04:44 +00:36 08:44 +00:37
Sled Push 03:07 14:41 02:44 +00:23 13:28 +01:13
Running 3 05:33 17:48 05:07 +00:26 16:12 +01:36
Sled Pull 04:03 23:21 04:34 -00:31 21:19 +02:02
Running 4 05:35 27:24 05:05 +00:30 25:53 +01:31
Burpees Broad Jump 03:47 32:59 04:53 -01:06 30:58 +02:01
Running 5 05:41 36:46 05:14 +00:27 35:51 +00:55
Rowing 04:31 42:27 04:41 -00:10 41:05 +01:22
Running 6 05:18 46:58 05:07 +00:11 45:46 +01:12
Farmers Carry 01:49 52:16 02:03 -00:14 50:53 +01:23
Running 7 05:24 54:05 05:06 +00:18 52:56 +01:09
Sandbag Lunges 04:44 59:29 04:44 +00:00 58:02 +01:27
Running 8 06:34 01:04:13 05:35 +00:59 01:02:46 +01:27
Wall Balls 04:43 01:10:47 05:57 -01:14 01:08:21 +02:26
Roxzone 05:04 01:20:26 06:08 -01:04 01:20:26
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer

Overall Performance

Marc Mergel delivered a commendable performance in the 2024 Sydney Hyrox event, ranking in the top 28% overall and the top 14% in his age group. His overall time of 01:20:26 showcases a competitive edge, particularly in challenges like the Sled Pull, Burpees Broad Jump, and Wall Balls where he performed significantly better than average.

However, Marc's total running time of 00:43:50 was 03:06 slower than average, indicating room for improvement in his running efficiency. His initial running segments suggest he started at a moderate pace, without significant deviation from the average, but slowed considerably in later segments, which suggests potential fatigue or pacing issues. This indicates a hybrid profile with a need to enhance both running endurance and strength.

Segments to Improve

  • Ski Erg: With a time 00:32 slower than average, incorporating interval training and technique-focused sessions can enhance efficiency. Suggested exercises include high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on the ski erg, focusing on powerful strokes and maintaining form under fatigue.
  • Sled Push: Improve leg strength and power with exercises like heavy sled pushes/pulls, squats, and leg press. Form correction should focus on maintaining a low body position and using controlled, powerful movements to push through fatigue.
  • Running Segments: Focus on building running endurance and pacing strategy. Incorporate long runs, tempo runs, and interval training in Marc's routine. Drills like hill repeats and fartlek runs can improve speed and stamina.
  • Sandbag Lunges: To optimize time in this segment, integrate strength exercises like weighted lunges and core stabilization drills. Focus on maintaining an upright torso and consistent pace during the lunges.

Race Strategies

  • Start with a Controlled Pace: Avoid going out too fast in initial running segments to conserve energy for later stages.
  • Optimize Transitions: Speed up transitions by practicing quick and efficient movements between zones. Consider setting up mock transitions in training to simulate race conditions.
  • Fuel and Hydration: Ensure adequate nutrition and hydration before and during the race to maintain energy levels and prevent fatigue.
  • Focus on Breathing: Implement controlled breathing techniques during exercises and running segments to enhance oxygen intake and reduce fatigue.
  • Technical Form and Efficiency: Maintain focus on form, particularly in strength exercises, to maximize efficiency and minimize wasted energy.
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Hoek Bert 2022 Maastricht 01:20:32
Pow Colin 2024 Perth 01:20:33
Jimenez Muoz Raul 2023 Bilbao 01:20:33
Plotkin Alexander 2024 Vienna - European Championship 01:20:11
Kettenburg Daan 2024 Amsterdam 01:20:47
Mitchell Luke 2024 Birmingham 01:20:41

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