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.
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 1000 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 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Gordon Matt'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 Gordon Matt'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 1000 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 Gordon Matt'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 Gordon Matt'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
06:05.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Matt Gordon delivered a commendable performance in the 2024 Sydney Hyrox race, ranking in the top 58% overall and top 62% in his age group. Notably, his Roxzone time was significantly faster than average, demonstrating excellent transition efficiency. However, his total running time was slower than average by 01:52, indicating an opportunity for improvement in running endurance and efficiency. Matt's performance suggests a balanced profile, with strengths in certain strength-based exercises like Wall Balls and Farmers Carry, but he could benefit from enhanced running speed and consistency. The initial running segments indicate a strong start, but the pace appears to slow down in later segments, suggesting possible fatigue management issues.
Segments to Improve
Total Running Time: To improve overall running speed, Matt should incorporate interval training and tempo runs. These methods enhance cardiovascular fitness and running economy, which can help maintain speed throughout the race. Consider adding hill sprints and fartlek sessions to build strength and speed endurance.
Sandbag Lunges: Focus on lower body strength and endurance. Include exercises like weighted lunges, Bulgarian split squats, and step-ups in training. Ensure proper form to avoid excessive fatigue; keep the torso upright and knees aligned with the toes.
Sled Pull: Work on upper body and core strength. Incorporate exercises such as seated rows, pull-ups, and planks. Emphasize the technique by practicing with lighter weights to perfect form before increasing resistance.
Rowing and Ski Erg: Enhance cardiovascular endurance and technique. Incorporating interval rowing and ski erg sessions focusing on power and rhythm can improve efficiency. Pay attention to stroke technique to optimize performance.
Race Strategies
Controlled Start: Begin the race at a sustainable pace to prevent early fatigue, especially in the initial running segments. This will help maintain energy levels for later stages.
Focus on Transitions: While already strong in Roxzone transitions, continue to practice these to shave off seconds in each transition. Quick and efficient transitions can significantly improve overall race time.
Pacing Plan: Develop a pacing strategy that balances effort across running and strength exercises. This approach will help conserve energy and maintain a steady pace throughout the race.
Compromised Running Practice: Simulate race conditions by performing running drills immediately after strength exercises in training sessions. This practice will help the body adapt to transitioning between different exercise demands.