Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 New York 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
USA Men #105005 01:35:14
131st in
AG
| Top 14.7%
556th | Top 62.2%
+03:41
50:30
Run Total
+00:29
06:19
Avg. Lap
+00:45
05:43
Best Lap
-03:20
37:02
Workout Total
-00:25
04:37
Avg. Workout
-00:19
07:46
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 Vargas Christopher'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 Vargas Christopher'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 Vargas Christopher'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 Vargas Christopher'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
06:23.
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:
Christopher Vargas demonstrated a commendable effort in the 2024 New York HYROX, finishing in the top 37% overall and top 41% in his age group. His performance showcased a strong start in the race with a faster-than-average first running segment, indicating a potentially aggressive pacing strategy. However, his total running time was slower than average by 03:22, suggesting that while Christopher has a good initial burst, his endurance or pacing strategy might need refinement. His performance in strength-focused segments like the Sled Push and Burpees Broad Jump was notably strong, indicating a more strength-oriented profile than a runner's profile. This is further supported by his slower overall running time, suggesting that while he has considerable strength, his running endurance and pacing may be areas for improvement.
Segments to Improve:
Running Segments: Christopher's running segments, particularly in the later stages of the race, were significantly slower than average. To improve, he should focus on endurance running and interval training. Incorporating long runs at a steady pace, combined with interval training sessions that alternate between high intensity and recovery periods, will enhance both his speed and endurance. Specific drills like tempo runs and Yasso 800s could also be beneficial.
Farmers Carry: To improve his performance in the Farmers Carry, Christopher should focus on grip strength and core stability. Exercises like dead hangs, farmer's walks with incremental weight, and core strengthening workouts will be crucial. Additionally, practicing the actual movement with varying distances and weights can help adapt his body to the specific demands of this segment.
Rowing: Given the slower-than-average time in Rowing, Christopher should work on improving his rowing technique and cardiovascular endurance. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) on the rowing machine, combined with longer, steady-state sessions, will improve his efficiency and stamina. Technique drills focusing on the catch, drive, and recovery phases of the stroke can also optimize his performance.
Ski Erg: To enhance his Ski Erg performance, Christopher should focus on upper body strength, particularly in the lats, shoulders, and core. Incorporating exercises like pull-ups, lat pulldowns, and planks can improve his power and efficiency. Ski Erg interval sessions, emphasizing powerful strokes and quick recovery, will also be beneficial.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Given the indication that Christopher started the race strong but slowed down in later segments, a more conservative pacing strategy might be beneficial. Starting at a pace slightly slower than what feels comfortable can help conserve energy for a strong finish. Practice pacing during training runs to become more familiar with what a sustainable pace feels like.
Transitions (Roxzone): While Christopher's Roxzone time was close to average, minimizing time spent in transition can lead to overall time improvements. Practicing quick transitions between running and exercise stations, including setting up and starting exercises efficiently, can shave valuable seconds off his total time.
Strength-Running Balance: As Christopher shows a propensity for strength, balancing his training to include more focused running sessions will help improve his overall performance. Incorporating running sessions after strength training can simulate race conditions and improve his running performance under fatigue.
Nutrition and Recovery: Optimizing nutrition for both performance and recovery can significantly impact Christopher's training and race day performance. Ensuring adequate carbohydrate intake before and during the race for energy, along with protein-rich foods post-race for muscle recovery, is essential.
By addressing these areas with focused training and strategic adjustments, Christopher Vargas has the potential to significantly improve his performance in future HYROX events.
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