Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Manchester 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
215 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 215 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 215 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Rooney Louis'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 Rooney Louis'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 215 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 Rooney Louis'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 Rooney Louis'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
11:14.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 215 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Louis Rooney demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Manchester HYROX event, with an overall time of 02:07:54. Ranking in the top 97% of his age group (25-29) and the top 98% overall, he showcased significant potential and a balanced skill-set, particularly in running and strength-based exercises.
However, there are areas where improvement is needed. His Total running time was 00:12 slower than the average, indicating a need for enhanced focus on running endurance and speed. Despite this, he started strong in the initial running segments, particularly in Running 1, where he was 00:52 faster than the average. This suggests an excellent initial burst of speed but highlights the need for better pacing to maintain this momentum throughout the race.
His performance in strength-based exercises was generally above average, with the Sled Pull and Farmers Carry segments notably faster than average. However, his performance deteriorated in the later strength segments, particularly the Wall Balls and Sandbag Lunges. This suggests that while his initial strength and power are high, endurance in these areas could be improved.
Segments to Improve
Wall Balls: His performance in the Wall Balls segment was 01:42 slower than average, indicating a need for improvement in this area. Incorporating more functional strength training, particularly exercises that target the lower body and core such as squats, deadlifts, and kettlebell swings, could improve his performance. In addition, practicing the specific movement of the wall ball exercise with varying weights could also be beneficial.
Sandbag Lunges: This segment was also slower than average, by 01:28. Including exercises that target the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and core muscles - such as lunges, step-ups, and Bulgarian split squats - could help improve performance. Conditioning with weighted vests or sandbags can enhance strength and endurance in these muscle groups.
Running: As the total running time was slower than average, focusing on running techniques and endurance is recommended. Interval training, hill sprints, and long-distance running could help improve his overall speed and endurance. Incorporating strength training for the lower body, particularly exercises targeting the calves, quads, and glutes, would also be beneficial to enhance running power and speed.
Race Strategies
Implementing strategies during the race could help improve overall performance. Starting with a steady pace during the initial running segments could help conserve energy for later segments. During strength-based exercises, focusing on maintaining good form even when fatigued could prevent time loss and potential injury. In addition, practicing transitions between running and strength segments could help reduce roxzone time and improve overall race time.
Finally, incorporating a comprehensive warm-up before the race and a cool-down afterward could help prevent injury, improve performance, and speed recovery.