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
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 Burns Neil'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 Burns Neil'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 Burns Neil'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 Burns Neil'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
03:20.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Neil Burns demonstrated commendable performance in the 2024 Manchester HYROX, placing in the top 23% overall and top 25% within his age group. His total running time was 00:38:35, which was 00:17 faster than the average, indicating a stronger runner profile. This suggests that while Neil excels in running, there may be room for improvement in strength-based exercises to achieve a more balanced athlete profile. Neil's pacing appeared to be well-managed in the initial running segments, but there were signs of slowing in the middle of the race, indicating potential issues with strength endurance or pacing strategy.
Segments to Improve:
Burpees Broad Jump: Neil was significantly slower in this segment. To improve, focus on plyometric exercises such as box jumps, jump squats, and broad jumps to build explosive power. Practicing the burpee component separately, focusing on technique and efficiency, can also help. Combining these elements into longer sets can mimic the fatigue experienced during the race.
Farmers Carry: This segment was slower, indicating a need for improved grip strength and core stability. Incorporate farmers walks, dead hangs, and grip strength exercises into the training routine. Also, work on core strengthening exercises like planks and deadlifts to support overall carry performance.
Sandbag Lunges: Slower performance here suggests a need for improved leg strength and endurance. Lunges with weight, step-ups, and squats with a focus on endurance (higher reps, less rest) can be beneficial. Also, practicing lunges with a sandbag can help adapt to the specific challenge faced in the race.
Roxzone: The slower Roxzone time indicates longer transition times or rest periods between exercises. To improve, Neil should focus on overall fitness and specifically work on reducing transition times through simulated race conditions in training, practicing quick shifts between running and strength exercises.
Race Strategies:
Start Strong, But Save Energy: While Neil's initial pacing was good, there might be room to slightly conserve energy in the first half to ensure better performance in strength-based tasks later on. A slightly more conservative start could help maintain a more consistent pace throughout the race.
Practice Transition Speed: Working on reducing transition times through specific drills that mimic the race environment can help shave precious seconds off the Roxzone time. This includes setting up mock transition zones in training to minimize rest and improve efficiency moving between segments.
Endurance and Strength Balance: Given Neil's runner profile, integrating more strength training, focusing on the areas highlighted for improvement, could yield better overall performance. However, it's crucial to maintain running performance, so balancing these aspects in training is key.
Segment-Specific Training: Implement training days focused on the segments where Neil lost the most time, using the suggested exercises and drills to target these weaknesses directly. This targeted approach can help turn these segments into strengths over time.
By addressing these identified areas with specific training strategies and maintaining a balanced approach to endurance and strength training, Neil Burns can expect to see improvements in his overall HYROX performance, potentially achieving a more balanced athlete profile suitable for the demands of HYROX races.
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 Men