Sparey Martin Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Sports Direct HYROX 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 1000 similar athletes.

Performance Highlights

GBR GBR Flag Men 30-34 #174012 01:23:52 190th in AG | Top 62.7% 842nd | Top 58.7%
-01:34
40:21
Run Total
-00:11
05:03
Avg. Lap
-00:23
04:06
Best Lap
+03:25
38:47
Workout Total
+00:25
04:50
Avg. Workout
-01:50
04:48
Roxzone

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 Sparey Martin'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 Sparey Martin'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 Sparey Martin'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 Sparey Martin'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 05:10. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:20 Potential Improvement 25.8% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Sled Pull 01:20 05:51 to 04:31 25.8%
Wall Balls 01:16 07:09 to 05:53 24.5%
Sled Push 00:37 03:15 to 02:38 11.9%
Ski Erg 00:36 04:57 to 04:21 11.6%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:32 05:22 to 04:50 10.3%
Rowing 00:27 05:09 to 04:42 8.7%
Sandbag Lunges 00:19 05:01 to 04:42 6.1%
Farmers Carry 00:03 02:03 to 02:00 1.0%
Run Total 00:00 40:21 to 40:21 0.0%

Splits Time

Sparey Martin Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:12 00:00 04:33 +00:39 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:57 05:12 04:24 +00:33 04:33 +00:39
Running 2 04:48 10:09 04:53 -00:05 08:57 +01:12
Sled Push 03:15 14:57 02:52 +00:23 13:50 +01:07
Running 3 05:09 18:12 05:18 -00:09 16:42 +01:30
Sled Pull 05:51 23:21 04:49 +01:02 22:00 +01:21
Running 4 05:16 29:12 05:16 +00:00 26:49 +02:23
Burpees Broad Jump 05:22 34:28 05:08 +00:14 32:05 +02:23
Running 5 05:24 39:50 05:26 -00:02 37:13 +02:37
Rowing 05:09 45:14 04:46 +00:23 42:39 +02:35
Running 6 05:18 50:23 05:18 +00:00 47:25 +02:58
Farmers Carry 02:03 55:41 02:09 -00:06 52:43 +02:58
Running 7 05:12 57:44 05:17 -00:05 54:52 +02:52
Sandbag Lunges 05:01 01:02:56 04:58 +00:03 01:00:09 +02:47
Running 8 04:06 01:07:57 05:51 -01:45 01:05:07 +02:50
Wall Balls 07:09 01:12:03 06:16 +00:53 01:10:58 +01:05
Roxzone 04:48 01:23:52 06:38 -01:50 01:23:52
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Martin Sparey's performance in the 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London event places him in the top 30% of all athletes and top 34% in his age group, showcasing a commendable level of fitness and competitive spirit. His total running time was notably impressive, being 01:55 faster than average, which indicates a stronger runner profile. However, the analysis suggests a need for a more balanced approach to strength training to enhance his overall performance. Martin's pacing in the initial running segments appeared slightly conservative but improved significantly towards the end, indicating potential for a more aggressive start without risking early fatigue. The roxzone time being significantly faster than average suggests efficient transitions, but there's room for improvement in overall fitness to minimize rest and optimize performance in exercise zones.

Segments to Improve:

  • Wall Balls: Martin's performance in wall balls was notably slower than average, indicating a potential weakness in muscular endurance and power, particularly in the lower body and shoulders. To improve, Martin should focus on high-repetition wall ball drills to build endurance, squat strength exercises like back and front squats for power, and shoulder press variations to enhance overhead stamina. Incorporating plyometric exercises such as box jumps can also improve explosive power, beneficial for wall ball efficiency.
  • Sled Pull: The sled pull segment was significantly slower, suggesting improvements are needed in posterior chain strength and endurance. Training should include heavy sled drags and pulls to mimic the event's demands, supplemented with Romanian deadlifts, kettlebell swings, and hip thrusts to build glute and hamstring strength. Practicing correct posture and efficient pulling techniques during training can also reduce time spent on this segment.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: Slower performance in burpees broad jump indicates a need for better anaerobic capacity and explosive leg power. Martin should incorporate interval training to improve cardiovascular recovery and plyometric training, focusing on broad jumps and box jumps to enhance explosiveness. Burpee variations that emphasize the jump component can also be beneficial.
  • Sled Push: The sled push segment being slower points to a requirement for stronger quadriceps and core stability. Training should include weighted sled pushes, focusing on explosive starts and sustained power, along with squats, lunges, and leg press exercises to build leg strength. Core stability exercises will also aid in maintaining form and transferring power effectively during the push.

Race Strategies:

  • Start Strong: Given Martin's conservative start and strong finish, a strategy to slightly increase the initial pace could improve overall time without risking excessive fatigue. A balanced start allows for a competitive edge from the onset while preserving energy for strength segments.
  • Efficient Transitions: Although Martin shows efficiency in transitions, focusing on minimizing rest times and practicing swift movements between exercises during training can shave off crucial seconds. Simulating race conditions, including transitioning exercises in training sessions, will help.
  • Segment-Specific Training: Integrating segment-specific training days that focus on the identified areas of improvement can ensure a well-rounded performance. This approach allows for targeted improvements and better adaptation to the race's demands.
  • Mental Preparation: Mental resilience and strategy play a crucial role in endurance events. Visualization techniques and setting mini-goals for each segment can help maintain focus and push through challenging parts of the race.

By addressing these specific areas of improvement and implementing the suggested training strategies and race tactics, Martin Sparey can expect to see significant enhancements in his HYROX race performance. Balancing his evident running strength with improved strength, power, and endurance will make him a more formidable competitor in future events.

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