Michael Garcia, Merle Broekman Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2023 Maastricht 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.

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Performance Highlights

NED Flag Michael Garcia NED Flag Merle Broekman Mixed 30-39 #94508 01:04:30 14th in AG | Top 17.7% 24th | Top 16.3%
+03:11
39:28
Run Total
+00:24
04:56
Avg. Lap
+00:30
04:33
Best Lap
-01:33
22:06
Workout Total
-00:12
02:45
Avg. Workout
-01:33
03:00
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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 Doubles Mixed

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 Doubles Mixed

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 Doubles Mixed

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 Doubles Mixed

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 Doubles Mixed

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 performance we identified a possible improvement of 03:39. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

03:10 Potential Improvement 86.8% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Doubles Mixed
Splits Potential Improvement Focus During Training
Run Total 03:10 (From 39:28 to 36:18) 86.8%
Farmers Carry 00:14 (From 01:38 to 01:24) 6.4%
BBJ 00:12 (From 02:26 to 02:14) 5.5%
Sandbag Lunges 00:03 (From 02:47 to 02:44) 1.4%
Ski Erg 00:00 (From 03:49 to 03:49) 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 (From 01:24 to 01:24) 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 (From 02:30 to 02:30) 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 (From 04:08 to 04:08) 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 (From 03:24 to 03:24) 0.0%

Splits Time

Michael Garcia, Merle Broekman Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:52 00:00 04:11 +00:41 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 03:49 04:52 03:54 -00:05 04:11 +00:41
Running 2 04:33 08:41 04:21 +00:12 08:05 +00:36
Sled Push 01:24 13:14 01:45 -00:21 12:26 +00:48
Running 3 04:52 14:38 04:35 +00:17 14:11 +00:27
Sled Pull 02:30 19:30 03:05 -00:35 18:46 +00:44
Running 4 04:56 22:00 04:34 +00:22 21:51 +00:09
Burpees Broad Jump 02:26 26:56 02:29 -00:03 26:25 +00:31
Running 5 04:59 29:22 04:39 +00:20 28:54 +00:28
Rowing 04:08 34:21 04:16 -00:08 33:33 +00:48
Running 6 05:06 38:29 04:37 +00:29 37:49 +00:40
Farmers Carry 01:38 43:35 01:31 +00:07 42:26 +01:09
Running 7 04:58 45:13 04:38 +00:20 43:57 +01:16
Sandbag Lunges 02:47 50:11 02:58 -00:11 48:35 +01:36
Running 8 05:17 52:58 04:43 +00:34 51:33 +01:25
Wall Balls 03:24 58:15 03:41 -00:17 56:16 +01:59
Roxzone 03:00 01:04:30 04:33 -01:33 01:04:30
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Doubles Mixed

A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer

Overall Performance:

Garcia Michael and Broekman Merle, you two crushed it out there at the 2023 Maastricht Hyrox event! With an overall time of 01:04:30, you finished 24th out of 147 athletes, which places you in the top 16%. Not too shabby for a mixed doubles team! In your age group, you ranked 14th, solidly in the top 17% of 79 competitors. That’s a testament to your hard work and dedication! 💪

However, let’s talk about pacing. Your total running time of 39:28 is about 03:10 slower than the average. Looking at your splits, it seems like you might have started a bit too conservatively, particularly in the first running segment. But don't worry! That’s a common pitfall. You’re more of a strength athlete with a hybrid edge, as indicated by your stellar performance in the Ski Erg, Sled Push, and Sled Pull. Now, let's focus on tightening up those running segments and transitions to boost your overall performance!

Segments to Improve:
  • Running 1 (00:04:52): Slow start at 42 seconds behind average. Focus on pacing drills. Try negative splitting during your training runs; start slow and gradually increase your pace.
  • Running 2 (00:04:33): 12 seconds slower than average. Incorporate interval training to build speed and endurance. Aim for shorter, faster runs interspersed with recovery periods.
  • Running 3 (00:04:52): Another slower split indicates fatigue. Work on your stamina with longer runs at a controlled pace.
  • Running 4 (00:04:56): Consistent but slow. This shows you might be losing steam. Focus on strength training for your legs to improve your running efficiency.
  • Running 6 (00:05:06): This is where the fatigue really sets in. Include tempo runs in your training to help you maintain speed over longer distances.
  • Roxzone (00:03:00): This is your shining star! At 1:31 faster than average, you nailed your transitions. Keep that momentum going, but let’s translate that energy into your running segments.

To turn these segments into strengths, consider the following training strategies:

  • Interval Training: 400m repeats at faster than race pace, with equal rest. This will help develop speed and improve your running economy.
  • Long Runs: Once a week, do a long, slow run (60-90 minutes) to build endurance. Gradually increase your distance every week.
  • Strength Training: Focus on compound movements like squats, deadlifts, and lunges. These will improve your leg strength, which will translate to better running performance.
  • Hill Sprints: Incorporate hill sprints into your routine. They build explosive strength and improve your aerobic capacity.
  • Form Corrections: Work on your running form. Focus on maintaining a high cadence and landing softly to reduce fatigue.
Race Strategies:
  • Start strong but controlled. Don’t let the adrenaline push you too fast at the beginning. Aim for a consistent pace rather than going out like a rocket and then fading.
  • Use your strength segments to your advantage. When you hit the Sled Push or Sled Pull, give it your all, knowing you’re strong there.
  • Practice your transitions during training. The Roxzone is your power zone—keep that efficiency up! The faster you transition, the more time you’ll save.
  • During the race, keep an eye on your pacing. If you find yourself falling behind, push a little harder on the next run segment to recover lost time.
Conclusion:

Garcia and Merle, the Hyrox journey is all about constant improvement. Remember, “The only way to achieve the impossible is to believe it is possible.” – Charles Kingsleigh. You’ve got the strength, now let’s add speed to your arsenal. Keep working on those transitions, and start focusing on improving your running. You have the potential to break into the top 10 with just a few tweaks! Now, go out there and make it happen! 💥

And remember, in the world of Hyrox, the only bad workout is the one that didn’t happen. So lace up those shoes and let’s get to it! You’ve got this! 💪🏆

Keep pushing your limits, and know that I’m here to help you unlock your full potential. This is The Rox-Coach signing off! Let’s crush it together!

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 Doubles Mixed
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2024 Rotterdam Michael Garcia, Merle Broekman 01:03:28
2024 Maastricht Michael Garcia, Merle Broekman 01:03:28
2023 Amsterdam Michael Garcia, Merle Broekman 01:07:34
2023 World Championships Manchester Michael Garcia, Merle Broekman 01:03:05
2023 Anaheim Adolfo Oseguera, Michael Garcia 01:30:35
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