Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Sydney 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 Cheng Daniel'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 Cheng Daniel'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 Cheng Daniel'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 Cheng Daniel'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
07:08.
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
Daniel Cheng's performance in the 2024 Sydney HYROX race shows a strong running capability, with a total running time of 00:46:05, which is 04:22 faster than the average. This indicates a runner profile, suggesting that his strength lies in his running ability. His running splits consistently rank in the top percentiles, demonstrating a solid endurance base. However, there are segments where Daniel could enhance his performance, particularly in strength-based exercises.
Regarding pacing, Daniel started the race strong, evident from his Running 1 time of 00:04:03, which was significantly faster than the average. He maintained a steady pace through the initial running segments, but there is room for improvement in the latter parts of the race, especially as fatigue sets in post-strength exercises.
Segments to Improve
Sled Pull (00:08:31, 95th Percentile Rank)
Daniel struggled significantly in this segment. To improve:
Drills and Techniques: Practice sled pulls with gradually increasing weight. Focus on body positioning and core engagement to improve efficiency.
Exercises: Include deadlifts and bent-over rows to build strength in the posterior chain and upper body.
Sandbag Lunges (00:07:48, 87th Percentile Rank)
Improvements here can bolster performance:
Drills and Techniques: Incorporate weighted lunges and Bulgarian split squats to enhance lower body strength.
Form Corrections: Focus on maintaining an upright posture and stabilizing the core during lunges.
Drills and Techniques: Practice plyometric drills such as box jumps and burpee variations.
Exercises: Engage in core strengthening exercises like planks to improve stability and power.
Wall Balls (00:09:00, 69th Percentile Rank)
Optimize this segment by enhancing endurance and technique:
Drills and Techniques: Focus on high-rep wall ball sessions with lighter weights to improve stamina.
Form Corrections: Work on maintaining a consistent breathing pattern and using leg drive for efficiency.
Race Strategies
Transition Efficiency: Although Daniel's roxzone time was better than average, continuing to optimize transitions between segments can shave off valuable time.
Pacing Strategy: Maintain a steady pace from the start to avoid burnout in strength segments. Consider slightly moderating the initial running pace to conserve energy for strength exercises.
Recovery Techniques: Implement active recovery strategies, such as dynamic stretching or controlled breathing, during transitions to prepare for the next segment.