Jules Kessels Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2025 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

— Jules Kessels Men 50-54 01:23:12 16th in AG | Top 22.2%
-05:55
35:34
Run Total
-00:44
04:26
Avg. Lap
-04:27
00:00
Best Lap
-01:56
33:15
Workout Total
-00:14
04:09
Avg. Workout
+01:29
08:04
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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 performance we identified a possible improvement of 00:52. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

00:20 Potential Improvement 38.5% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Focus During Training
Rowing 00:20 (From 05:00 to 04:40) 38.5%
Sled Push 00:19 (From 02:56 to 02:37) 36.5%
Ski Erg 00:12 (From 04:32 to 04:20) 23.1%
Farmers Carry 00:01 (From 01:59 to 01:58) 1.9%
Sled Pull 00:00 (From 04:19 to 04:19) 0.0%
BBJ 00:00 (From 04:36 to 04:36) 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 (From 04:24 to 04:24) 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 (From 05:29 to 05:29) 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 (From 35:34 to 35:34) 0.0%

Splits Time

Jules Kessels Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 06:38 00:00 04:33 +02:05 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:32 06:38 04:24 +00:08 04:33 +02:05
Running 2 04:32 11:10 04:51 -00:19 08:57 +02:13
Sled Push 02:56 15:42 02:52 +00:04 13:48 +01:54
Running 3 04:56 18:38 05:14 -00:18 16:40 +01:58
Sled Pull 04:19 23:34 04:48 -00:29 21:54 +01:40
Running 4 04:45 27:53 05:13 -00:28 26:42 +01:11
Burpees Broad Jump 04:36 32:38 05:04 -00:28 31:55 +00:43
Running 5 00:00 37:14 05:22 -05:22 36:59 +00:15
Rowing 05:00 37:14 04:45 +00:15 42:21 -05:07
Running 6 04:50 42:14 05:15 -00:25 47:06 -04:52
Farmers Carry 01:59 47:04 02:08 -00:09 52:21 -05:17
Running 7 04:49 49:03 05:14 -00:25 54:29 -05:26
Sandbag Lunges 04:24 53:52 04:55 -00:31 59:43 -05:51
Running 8 05:04 58:16 05:44 -00:40 01:04:38 -06:22
Wall Balls 05:29 01:03:20 06:15 -00:46 01:10:22 -07:02
Roxzone 08:04 01:23:12 06:35 +01:29 01:23:12
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer

Overall Performance:

Kessels Jules, you rocked the 2025 Maastricht Hyrox event, finishing 16th in your age group out of 71 athletes, which puts you in the top 22%! Your overall time of 01:23:12 is commendable, especially considering your total running time of 00:35:34, which was 5:55 faster than average. You clearly have a runner’s profile, and that's a fantastic asset in this competition. However, your pacing during the first running segment was a bit slower than average (by 2:06), which suggests you may have started a little too cautiously. No one wants to be the tortoise in a race against the hares, right? 🐱💹

Now, let’s break down where you can fine-tune your performance to come back even stronger. Your strengths are in running, but we need to work on a few key segments to balance out your overall skill set. Remember, the goal in Hyrox is to be a hybrid athlete, not just a speedy gazelle or a powerful ox. Be the beast! đŸ’Ș

Segments to Improve:
  • Ski Erg: Your performance here was 8 seconds slower than average, placing you in the 59th percentile. To boost your Ski Erg efficiency, focus on improving your technique:
    • Technique Drills: Work on your grip and body positioning. Ensure you engage your core and maintain a straight back while pulling. Consider video analysis of your form.
    • Interval Training: Incorporate 30-second all-out efforts on the Ski Erg, followed by 1-2 minutes of rest. Aim for 5-10 rounds to build power and endurance.
  • Roxzone: You spent 8:04 in transition, which is 1:32 slower than average. This is where you can shave off precious seconds!
    • Transition Drills: Practice switching between exercises seamlessly. Set up a mini course and time your transitions between exercises to identify bottlenecks.
    • Overall Fitness: Include high-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions in your weekly routine to enhance your cardiovascular fitness, which will help you recover faster between exercises.
  • Rowing: You were 15 seconds slower than average here, landing in the 65th percentile. To enhance your rowing:
    • Technique Focus: Ensure your stroke is powerful and efficient. Work on the full range of motion and engage your legs more during the drive phase.
    • Endurance Rows: Include longer, steady-state rowing sessions (20-30 minutes) at a moderate pace to build your aerobic base.
  • Wall Balls: This was your slowest segment, taking 5:29, which is 47 seconds slower than average. To bring up your performance here:
    • Strength Training: Focus on leg strength with squats and lunges to improve your ability to perform wall balls more efficiently.
    • Technique Drills: Practice your wall ball form—ensure you're catching the ball in a good squat position to maximize your power output.
Race Strategies:
  • Pacing: Start your race with a more controlled pace during the first run. Aim to hit close to your average pace, gradually building into your rhythm in the second and third runs.
  • Nutrition and Hydration: Ensure you're properly fueled before the race and stay hydrated during the event. Small sips of water during transitions can make a difference.
  • Mindset: Keep a positive mental attitude throughout the race. Remind yourself that every second counts, and visualize your success before you hit the course. Remember, “It’s not about the strength of your body, but the strength of your mind.” - a little twist on a classic! đŸ§ đŸ’„
Conclusion:

Jules, you’ve shown great potential in this Hyrox competition! With a bit of refinement and focus on your weaker segments, you can elevate your performance to new heights. Remember that every champion was once a contender that refused to give up. So, hit the gym, tighten up those transitions, and let’s make sure the next time you step on that Hyrox floor, you’re not just good—you’re unstoppable! đŸ’Ș🏆

“You’re not here to be average. You’re here to be awesome.” Now go crush those workouts, and let’s get ready for your next race! I’m Rox-Coach, and I believe in you! đŸ’„

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