Season 23/24 2024 Glasgow (2853) HYROX (2585) Men (1770) Hills Marcus

Hills Marcus Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Glasgow 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 25-29 #175040 01:14:40 69th in AG | Top 24.0% 318th | Top 18.0%
-00:01
37:42
Run Total
+00:01
04:43
Avg. Lap
+00:02
04:09
Best Lap
-00:36
30:53
Workout Total
-00:05
03:51
Avg. Workout
+00:40
06:09
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 Hills Marcus'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 Hills Marcus'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 Hills Marcus'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 Hills Marcus'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 03:57. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:23 Potential Improvement 35.0% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 01:23 37:42 to 36:19 35.0%
Sled Push 00:45 02:55 to 02:10 19.0%
Sled Pull 00:43 04:28 to 03:45 18.1%
Wall Balls 00:36 05:24 to 04:48 15.2%
Farmers Carry 00:27 02:08 to 01:41 11.4%
Ski Erg 00:03 04:10 to 04:07 1.3%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 03:38 to 03:38 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:26 to 04:26 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 03:44 to 03:44 0.0%

Splits Time

Hills Marcus Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:09 00:00 04:09 +00:00 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:10 04:09 04:15 -00:05 04:09 +00:00
Running 2 04:21 08:19 04:26 -00:05 08:24 -00:05
Sled Push 02:55 12:40 02:33 +00:22 12:50 -00:10
Running 3 05:35 15:35 04:47 +00:48 15:23 +00:12
Sled Pull 04:28 21:10 04:11 +00:17 20:10 +01:00
Running 4 04:51 25:38 04:45 +00:06 24:21 +01:17
Burpees Broad Jump 03:38 30:29 04:21 -00:43 29:06 +01:23
Running 5 04:55 34:07 04:54 +00:01 33:27 +00:40
Rowing 04:26 39:02 04:33 -00:07 38:21 +00:41
Running 6 04:39 43:28 04:47 -00:08 42:54 +00:34
Farmers Carry 02:08 48:07 01:54 +00:14 47:41 +00:26
Running 7 04:28 50:15 04:46 -00:18 49:35 +00:40
Sandbag Lunges 03:44 54:43 04:19 -00:35 54:21 +00:22
Running 8 04:47 58:27 05:08 -00:21 58:40 -00:13
Wall Balls 05:24 01:03:14 05:23 +00:01 01:03:48 -00:34
Roxzone 06:09 01:14:40 05:29 +00:40 01:14:40
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Marcus Hills' performance in the 2024 Glasgow HYROX race places him impressively within the top 12% of all athletes and the top 15% within his age group, highlighting his strong competitive edge. Notably, Marcus' total running time was 00:13 faster than the average, showcasing his proficiency and endurance in running segments. This suggests a more runner-oriented profile. However, examining the splits reveals potential areas for improvement, particularly in transitions and strength-focused exercises. His pacing appeared to be inconsistent, with a mix of segments performed slower and faster than average, indicating room for strategy refinement. The Roxzone time being slower than average suggests that Marcus could benefit from enhancing his overall fitness and reducing transition times between exercises.

Segments to Improve:

  • Roxzone: With a Roxzone time significantly slower than average, focusing on minimizing rest and improving transition efficiency is crucial. Incorporating circuit training into his routine, with minimal rest between different exercises, can help simulate the quick transitions required during the race. Practicing transitions, particularly after high-intensity segments, can also boost his overall pace.
  • Sled Push & Sled Pull: These segments highlighted a need for enhanced strength and technique. For the Sled Push, incorporating lower body strength training, such as squats, leg press, and power cleans, can improve power. Additionally, practicing the sled push with varied weights can help Marcus adapt to maintaining speed under resistance. For the Sled Pull, strengthening the back, core, and legs through exercises like deadlifts, rows, and kettlebell swings, along with form correction to ensure efficient energy use, is recommended.
  • Farmers Carry: This segment requires grip strength and endurance. Marcus could benefit from grip strengthening exercises (e.g., farmer's walks with progressively heavier weights, dead hangs, and towel pull-ups) and core stability work to maintain posture and efficiency throughout the carry.
  • Wall Balls: A slightly slower performance indicates a need for improved muscular endurance and technique. High-repetition wall ball drills focusing on form, squat depth, and explosive power, coupled with exercises to boost shoulder endurance (e.g., overhead presses and thrusters), can enhance performance in this segment.

Race Strategies:

  • Consistent Pacing: Analyzing the splits where Marcus began too fast or too slow, it's apparent that a more consistent pacing strategy could benefit his overall performance. Implementing targeted interval training, where Marcus practices maintaining a steady pace during running and transitioning quickly to strength exercises, can help develop a more balanced race approach.
  • Strength and Endurance Balance: Given Marcus' runner profile, focusing on strength training, particularly in identified weak segments, will enhance his hybrid capabilities. Integrating strength workouts twice a week, focusing on compound movements and functional fitness exercises, can improve his performance in strength-dependent segments without compromising his running prowess.
  • Transition Efficiency: Improving transition times involves both physical and mental preparation. Practicing the layout of the race, knowing the order of exercises, and minimizing rest between segments can significantly reduce Roxzone time. Mental rehearsals and strategy planning can also ensure smoother transitions during the race.

By addressing these specific areas through targeted training and strategic race planning, Marcus Hills has a strong potential to elevate his performance in future HYROX races, optimizing both his strength and running capabilities.

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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