Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2023 London 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 599 similar athletes.
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.
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.
This section showcases the entire Cottrell Michael'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 Cottrell Michael's pacing strategy, identifying segments where they may have started too fast or too slow, guiding them toward a more balanced race approach.
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 Cottrell Michael'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.
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 Cottrell Michael'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 03:21. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
| Splits | Potential Improvement | Time | Focus During Training |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sled Pull | 01:00 | 06:28 to 05:28 | 29.9% |
| Run Total | 01:00 | 38:07 to 37:07 | 29.9% |
| Burpees Broad Jump | 00:37 | 04:30 to 03:53 | 18.4% |
| Farmers Carry | 00:37 | 02:37 to 02:00 | 18.4% |
| Rowing | 00:04 | 04:29 to 04:25 | 2.0% |
| Sled Push | 00:03 | 03:19 to 03:16 | 1.5% |
| Ski Erg | 00:00 | 04:00 to 04:00 | 0.0% |
| Sandbag Lunges | 00:00 | 04:31 to 04:31 | 0.0% |
| Wall Balls | 00:00 | 05:21 to 05:21 | 0.0% |
| Cottrell Michael | Perfect Race | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splits | Total | Average | Total | |
| Running 1 | 03:36 | 00:00 | 04:01 -00:25 | 00:00 +00:00 |
| Ski Erg | 04:00 | 03:36 | 04:10 -00:10 | 04:01 -00:25 |
| Running 2 | 04:20 | 07:36 | 04:26 -00:06 | 08:11 -00:35 |
| Sled Push | 03:19 | 11:56 | 03:33 -00:14 | 12:37 -00:41 |
| Running 3 | 05:15 | 15:15 | 04:49 +00:26 | 16:10 -00:55 |
| Sled Pull | 06:28 | 20:30 | 05:55 +00:33 | 20:59 -00:29 |
| Running 4 | 05:04 | 26:58 | 04:50 +00:14 | 26:54 +00:04 |
| Burpees Broad Jump | 04:30 | 32:02 | 04:12 +00:18 | 31:44 +00:18 |
| Running 5 | 05:03 | 36:32 | 04:54 +00:09 | 35:56 +00:36 |
| Rowing | 04:29 | 41:35 | 04:28 +00:01 | 40:50 +00:45 |
| Running 6 | 04:51 | 46:04 | 04:50 +00:01 | 45:18 +00:46 |
| Farmers Carry | 02:37 | 50:55 | 02:08 +00:29 | 50:08 +00:47 |
| Running 7 | 04:55 | 53:32 | 04:53 +00:02 | 52:16 +01:16 |
| Sandbag Lunges | 04:31 | 58:27 | 04:50 -00:19 | 57:09 +01:18 |
| Running 8 | 05:07 | 01:02:58 | 05:20 -00:13 | 01:01:59 +00:59 |
| Wall Balls | 05:21 | 01:08:05 | 06:29 -01:08 | 01:07:19 +00:46 |
| Roxzone | 05:55 | 01:19:14 | 05:26 +00:29 | 01:19:14 |
Cottrell demonstrated strong running abilities, with a total running time of 00:38:07, which was 00:39 faster than the average. His best running lap was 00:03:36, which was 00:36 faster than the average.
- Transition Efficiency: To minimize time spent in the Roxzone, Cottrell should work on improving his overall fitness and transition time between exercises. Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and circuit training into his routine can help improve his overall fitness and enhance his ability to transition quickly between exercises.
- Strength and Endurance Balance: Cottrell should aim to maintain a balance between his running and strength training. While he has shown strength in running, he should continue to incorporate strength training exercises to maintain a well-rounded fitness level. Similarly, focusing on endurance training will help improve his performance in longer segments and overall race duration.
- Mental Preparation: Cottrell should work on mental preparation techniques such as visualization and positive self-talk to help maintain focus and motivation throughout the race. Implementing mental strategies can aid in overcoming any challenges or fatigue during the race.
In summary, Michael Cottrell performed well in the 2023 London Hyrox race, with a strong emphasis on running. To improve his performance, he should focus on specific segments such as Sled Pull, Farmers Carry, Sled Push, and Running 3. By incorporating targeted training strategies and techniques, such as strength and grip exercises, improving running endurance and speed, and optimizing transition efficiency, Cottrell can enhance his overall performance in future races.
| Similar Athletes | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Axtmann Nico | 2024 Frankfurt | 01:19:07 | |
| Aucher Enguerrand | 2023 Paris | 01:19:27 | |
| Wiechert Michael | 2024 Hamburg | 01:19:18 | |
| Goodson Paul | 2024 Beijing | 01:18:56 | |
| Blanc Yannick | 2023 Paris | 01:19:12 | |
| Hannemann Daniel | 2023 Frankfurt | 01:19:29 | |
| Radev Velislav | 2024 Berlin | 01:18:49 | |
| Martos Iván | 2023 Barcelona | 01:19:43 | |
| Rauskolb Timo | 2022 München | 01:19:42 | |
| Drinkwater Michael | 2024 Melbourne | 01:19:02 | |
| Other Results from this athlete | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Paris | 01:18:01 | |
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