Season 24/25 2024 Milan (2429) HYROX (2041) Men (1369) Francis Alex

Francis Alex Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Milan 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 #134020 01:30:08 190th in AG | Top 55.1% 686th | Top 50.1%
-01:51
42:37
Run Total
-00:13
05:20
Avg. Lap
-00:23
04:21
Best Lap
+01:13
39:27
Workout Total
+00:09
04:55
Avg. Workout
+00:40
08:08
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 Francis Alex'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 Francis Alex'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 Francis Alex'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 Francis Alex'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 03:51. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:46 Potential Improvement 45.9% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Burpees Broad Jump 01:46 07:15 to 05:29 45.9%
Wall Balls 01:28 08:04 to 06:36 38.1%
Sled Pull 00:32 05:32 to 05:00 13.9%
Sandbag Lunges 00:05 05:18 to 05:13 2.2%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:21 to 04:21 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 02:14 to 02:14 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:39 to 04:39 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:04 to 02:04 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 42:37 to 42:37 0.0%

Splits Time

Francis Alex Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:51 00:00 04:45 +01:06 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:21 05:51 04:31 -00:10 04:45 +01:06
Running 2 04:51 10:12 05:08 -00:17 09:16 +00:56
Sled Push 02:14 15:03 03:05 -00:51 14:24 +00:39
Running 3 05:45 17:17 05:37 +00:08 17:29 -00:12
Sled Pull 05:32 23:02 05:15 +00:17 23:06 -00:04
Running 4 05:34 28:34 05:36 -00:02 28:21 +00:13
Burpees Broad Jump 07:15 34:08 05:45 +01:30 33:57 +00:11
Running 5 05:43 41:23 05:47 -00:04 39:42 +01:41
Rowing 04:39 47:06 04:55 -00:16 45:29 +01:37
Running 6 05:25 51:45 05:38 -00:13 50:24 +01:21
Farmers Carry 02:04 57:10 02:17 -00:13 56:02 +01:08
Running 7 05:12 59:14 05:36 -00:24 58:19 +00:55
Sandbag Lunges 05:18 01:04:26 05:28 -00:10 01:03:55 +00:31
Running 8 04:21 01:09:44 06:19 -01:58 01:09:23 +00:21
Wall Balls 08:04 01:14:05 06:58 +01:06 01:15:42 -01:37
Roxzone 08:08 01:30:08 07:28 +00:40 01:30:08
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance

Alex Francis showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Milan Hyrox race. With an overall rank of 685 out of 1371 participants, he placed within the top 49%, while his rank in the 30-34 age group stood at 190, placing him in the top 55%. His total running time of 42:37 was notably 2:17 faster than the average, highlighting his strong running capabilities. However, his initial running segment (Running 1) was significantly slower, suggesting a need for better pacing strategies at the start of the race. Alex demonstrates a runner's profile, excelling in running segments but showing room for improvement in strength-based segments and transitions.

Segments to Improve

  • Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was 1:37 slower than average, indicating a need to enhance explosive power and endurance. To improve:
    • Incorporate plyometric exercises such as box jumps and squat jumps to build explosive strength.
    • Perform high-intensity interval training (HIIT) focusing on bodyweight exercises to improve endurance.
    • Practice burpees with a focus on form, ensuring efficient transition from the jump to the next repetition.
  • Wall Balls: This segment was 1:14 slower than average, suggesting a need for better upper body strength and stamina. Recommendations include:
    • Integrate wall ball drills with varying weight balls to improve muscle endurance and accuracy.
    • Focus on upper body strength training, including shoulder presses and chest exercises.
    • Work on breathing techniques during the exercise to maintain rhythm and reduce fatigue.
  • Roxzone: Transition time was 0:50 slower, indicating possible inefficiency in movement. To enhance:
    • Practice transitions between different exercises to reduce time wasted between stations.
    • Incorporate agility drills such as ladder drills and cone drills to improve quickness.
    • Work on overall cardiovascular fitness to maintain a higher pace throughout transitions.
  • Sled Pull: With a time 0:19 slower than average, focus on improving pulling strength. Suggested exercises:
    • Engage in resistance training, focusing on rows and deadlifts for back and leg strength.
    • Perform sled pulls with varying resistance to mimic race conditions and improve power output.
    • Incorporate grip strength exercises to ensure efficient handling of the sled.
  • Sandbag Lunges: Marginally slower by 0:07. To improve:
    • Include weighted lunges and step-ups to build leg strength and stability.
    • Practice sandbag carries to improve grip and core strength, enhancing control during lunges.
    • Focus on proper lunge technique, ensuring a full range of motion and balance.

Race Strategies

  • Pacing: Start the race at a controlled pace to avoid early fatigue, especially noted in the Running 1 segment.
  • Transition Efficiency: Focus on smooth and quick transitions between exercises to minimize Roxzone time.
  • Strength-Endurance Balance: Given the strong running performance, incorporate strength-endurance workouts into the routine to balance overall performance.
  • Nutrition and Hydration: Ensure proper fueling before and during the race to maintain energy levels and prevent fatigue.
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