Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Glasgow 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 Clafferty Daniel'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 Clafferty Daniel'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 Clafferty Daniel'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 Clafferty Daniel'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
04:45.
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:
Daniel Clafferty's performance in the 2024 Glasgow HYROX race places him solidly in the top half of his age group and overall, demonstrating a commendable level of fitness and skill. His overall time and rank suggest a well-rounded athlete with a slight inclination towards strength-based events. Despite this, his total running time being slightly slower than average reveals an opportunity for improvement in endurance and pacing. Daniel showcases a strong performance in the Ski Erg and Rowing segments, indicating good upper body and aerobic capacity. However, his initial running segment was significantly slower than average, suggesting a potential issue with starting too fast or an underestimation of the race's initial intensity. Daniel’s profile suggests that he is a hybrid athlete, but with a need to focus more on his endurance and running efficiency to balance his evident strength prowess.
Segments to Improve:
Running: Daniel's total running time indicates a need for improved endurance. Interval training, focusing on varying distances and speeds, can help increase VO2 max and running efficiency. Implementing tempo runs and long-distance runs into his weekly training can also improve his endurance. Considering the compromised running scenarios post strength exercises, incorporating brick workouts that combine running with strength exercises can simulate race conditions, enhancing his ability to maintain running pace post-exercise.
Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was significantly slower, indicating a need for explosive power and coordination. Plyometric exercises, such as box jumps, squat jumps, and lunge jumps, can improve explosive strength. Practicing the burpee broad jump with a focus on form and efficiency, such as minimizing ground contact time and maximizing jump distance, will also be beneficial.
Wall Balls: A slower time here suggests a need for improved muscular endurance and coordination. Incorporating wall ball-specific workouts, focusing on high reps with shorter rest periods, can enhance endurance. Additionally, working on squat depth and form can ensure more efficient energy use during the exercise.
Sled Push/Pull: These segments were slower, indicating a need for improved lower body strength and power. Strength training focusing on the posterior chain (glutes, hamstrings) and quadriceps can enhance performance. Exercises such as deadlifts, squats, and leg presses, combined with sled push and pull practice, will directly translate to improved times.
Sandbag Lunges: Slightly slower times suggest a need for enhanced lower body endurance and stability. Incorporating lunges with varying weights and practicing sandbag lunges specifically can improve technique and endurance. Balance and core stability exercises will also support better overall performance in this segment.
Race Strategies:
Start Pace Management: Daniel should focus on starting the race at a sustainable pace, avoiding going out too fast in the initial running segment. Implementing a paced warm-up strategy on race day can help calibrate his starting pace.
Transition Efficiency: With a faster than average Roxzone time, Daniel shows good transition efficiency, but continuous focus on minimizing rest and optimizing transitions between segments can further improve overall time.
Strength-Endurance Balance: Focusing on training that balances strength and endurance will be crucial. Hybrid workouts that combine strength exercises with running or rowing intervals can improve his ability to maintain performance throughout the race.
Mental Preparation: Mental resilience training, including visualization techniques and practicing race day scenarios, can prepare Daniel to tackle challenging segments more effectively and maintain focus throughout the race.
By addressing these specific areas of improvement and implementing the suggested training strategies and race tactics, Daniel Clafferty can significantly enhance his performance in future HYROX races, potentially elevating his rank within his age group and overall standings.