Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Perth 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.
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 Mcdonald Jacob'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 Mcdonald Jacob'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 Mcdonald Jacob'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 Mcdonald Jacob'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
06:53.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Jacob Mcdonald ranked 303rd overall and 83rd in his age group, placing him in the top 44% and 53% respectively, which is a solid performance. His overall time was 01:30:58, with a total running time of 00:50:47, which was 05:33 slower than average. This indicates that Jacob has more of a strength-oriented profile, excelling in strength-based exercises such as the Sled Push and Sandbag Lunges. However, there's a noticeable discrepancy in his running segments, especially after the initial running laps, suggesting that his pacing might have been too fast at the start, leading to fatigue in subsequent running segments. Areas like the Roxzone also showed room for improvement, indicating a need for better transitions and overall fitness.
Segments to Improve
Total Running Time: Given that Jacob's total running time was significantly slower than average, focus on enhancing running endurance and speed is crucial. Specific exercises should include interval training, tempo runs, and long, steady runs to build aerobic capacity and speed. Form drills, such as high knees and butt kicks, can improve running efficiency. Additionally, incorporating compromised running drills, where running is done immediately after strength exercises, can simulate race conditions and improve recovery between segments.
Roxzone: Jacob's Roxzone time was slower than average, indicating a need to improve transition efficiency. Practicing quick transitions between exercises in training can help, as well as circuit training that mimics the Hyrox setup to enhance overall fitness. Focus on minimizing rest time and maintaining a steady pace through transitions.
Wall Balls: Although faster than average, there's still potential for improvement. Focus on strengthening the shoulders and legs with exercises like thrusters and front squats. Form correction is also key, ensuring efficient squat depth and maintaining a consistent rhythm to avoid unnecessary fatigue.
Race Strategies
Pacing Strategy: Start the race at a sustainable pace to prevent early fatigue, especially in running segments. Consider using a heart rate monitor or perceived exertion scale to ensure consistent pacing.
Transition Efficiency: Practice efficient gear changes and mental preparation for each new segment to reduce Roxzone time. Quick breathing techniques and relaxation methods can help maintain focus during transitions.
Strength-Endurance Balance: Given Jacob's strength profile, incorporate more hybrid workouts that blend running and strength to enhance endurance without compromising strength performance. This can help maintain running speed after strength exercises.