Gannon Mark
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Amsterdam 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.
Race Summary
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 Gannon Mark'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 Gannon Mark'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 Gannon Mark'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 Gannon Mark'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
05:00.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
02:21
Potential Improvement
47.0%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Mark Gannon's performance at the 2024 Amsterdam HYROX race was commendable, with a strong finish in the top 40% overall and the top 37% in his age group. His total running time was notably 2:49 faster than the average, showcasing his strong running capabilities. This indicates that Mark has a runner's profile, suggesting a need to focus more on strength training to balance his performance. His fast start, particularly in Running 1, highlights his potential to maintain a competitive pace. However, managing energy distribution across the race will be crucial to avoid early fatigue.
Segments to Improve
- Wall Balls: Mark was 2:01 slower than average. To improve:
- Focus on form: Ensure that the squat depth is optimal and the throw is efficient. Practice with a lighter ball to perfect technique before progressing to the competition weight.
- Strengthen the legs and shoulders through exercises like squats, lunges, and overhead presses.
- Incorporate high-rep wall ball intervals to build endurance.
- Sled Pull: Mark was 1:09 slower than average. To improve:
- Increase upper body and core strength with exercises like bent-over rows, deadlifts, and core stabilization drills.
- Practice the sled pull with varying weights to adapt to different resistance levels.
- Simulate compromised running by alternating sled pulls with short runs to mimic race conditions.
- Farmers Carry: Mark was 0:44 slower than average. To improve:
- Develop grip strength through exercises like farmer walks, dead hangs, and forearm curls.
- Engage in core workouts such as planks and Russian twists to support stability during the carry.
- Practice maintaining a steady pace with loaded carries over longer distances.
- Roxzone: Although Mark was slightly faster than average, optimizing roxzone transitions can gain valuable seconds:
- Enhance transition efficiency by practicing quick changes from one exercise to another with minimal rest.
- Incorporate agility drills to improve movement speed and coordination.
- Improve overall cardiovascular fitness to reduce recovery time during transitions.
Race Strategies
- Pacing: While Mark started strong, it's crucial to maintain a balanced pace. Implementing a strategy to conserve energy for later stages can prevent fatigue.
- Transition Management: Focus on reducing transition times by pre-planning movements and staying mentally prepared for quick shifts.
- Nutritional Strategy: Ensure adequate fueling pre-race and consider in-race nutrition for sustained energy levels, especially given the demands of strength segments.
- Pre-race Warm-up: Integrate dynamic stretches and mobility exercises to prepare muscles for both running and strength tasks, reducing the risk of early fatigue.
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
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