Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Gdansk 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
SCO Men #113029 01:16:59
26th in
AG
| Top 5.5%
121st | Top 25.6%
+02:19
41:02
Run Total
+00:18
05:08
Avg. Lap
+00:38
04:51
Best Lap
-01:05
31:28
Workout Total
-00:08
03:56
Avg. Workout
-01:11
04:33
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 Madden Reece'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 Madden Reece'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 Madden Reece'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 Madden Reece'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
05:39.
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:
Reece Madden demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Gdansk HYROX race, finishing in the top 18% of all athletes and the top 21% in his age group. His overall time was 01:16:59, which is a notable achievement. Analysis of his total running time reveals that Reece is slower than the average by 01:56, indicating that while he has a solid foundation in running, there is room for improvement in this area to enhance his overall HYROX performance. The best running lap time suggests a strong start but points towards a potential pacing issue, as evidenced by a significant slowdown in subsequent running segments. Reece appears to maintain a hybrid profile, showing proficiency in both strength and endurance components but with a leaning towards strength, as suggested by his faster than average Roxzone time.
Segments to Improve:
Total Running Time: Reece's total running time indicates a need for focused improvement. Incorporating interval training, with a mix of short sprints and long-distance runs, can enhance both speed and endurance. Specific exercises like hill repeats and tempo runs will help improve cardiovascular efficiency and pacing. To address fatigue in later segments, practice running on tired legs, perhaps after strength training sessions, to simulate race conditions.
Wall Balls: To improve in the Wall Balls segment, Reece should prioritize form and efficiency. Practicing wall balls with a focus on squat depth and explosive power from the lower body can increase efficiency. Incorporating exercises like thrusters, overhead squats, and medicine ball slams will build the necessary strength and muscle endurance. Emphasizing core stability exercises will also ensure that power is effectively transferred during each throw.
Sled Pull: The Sled Pull segment can be enhanced by focusing on lower body strength and technique. Incorporating heavy sled drags and pulls into training, with an emphasis on maintaining a consistent posture and driving powerfully through the legs, can yield significant improvements. Additionally, exercises like deadlifts, farmer's walks, and leg presses will build the requisite strength in the legs and core to improve efficiency in this segment.
Race Strategies:
Effective Pacing: Reece needs to focus on pacing strategy to avoid starting too fast and facing excessive fatigue in later stages. Practicing race-pace runs and incorporating them into longer training sessions will help him understand how to distribute his energy efficiently throughout the race.
Transition Efficiency: Improving transition times between exercises can contribute to a better overall time. This includes practicing quick changes between running and strength exercises, reducing rest periods, and simulating race-day transitions during training to minimize time lost in the Roxzone.
Strength-Endurance Balance: Given Reece's hybrid profile, a balanced approach to training that does not overly favor strength or endurance will be crucial. Incorporating cross-training methods, such as cycling or swimming, can enhance cardiovascular endurance without compromising muscle strength, offering a comprehensive approach to improving HYROX performance.
In conclusion, while Reece Madden demonstrates a strong baseline performance in HYROX races, focused improvements in running efficiency, wall balls, and sled pull segments, coupled with strategic pacing and efficient transitions, can significantly enhance his future race outcomes. Tailoring his training to address these specific areas, with an emphasis on balancing strength and endurance, will equip Reece with a more versatile and competitive edge in upcoming events.