Dryburgh Emma
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.
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 Women
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 Women
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 Women
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Dryburgh Emma'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 Dryburgh Emma'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 Women
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 Dryburgh Emma'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 Women
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 Dryburgh Emma'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
04:48.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
03:05
Potential Improvement
64.2%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Women
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Overall Performance:
Emma Dryburgh showcased an impressive performance in the 2024 Glasgow HYROX, finishing in the top 11% of 2584 athletes and securing the 30th rank in her U24 age group. With an overall time of 01:27:53, Emma demonstrated a strong competitive edge. However, her total running time was 01:26 slower than the average, indicating a stronger performance in strength-based tasks than in running. The 'Roxzone' time being 00:42 faster than average suggests efficient transitions and a high level of fitness, but there is room for improvement in both running efficiency and specific strength exercises. Emma appears to have a more hybrid profile with potential leaning towards strength, but to reach peak performance, focusing on enhancing running endurance and speed is crucial.
Segments to Improve:
- Running Segments: With the total running time being slower than average, it's clear that this is an area needing attention. Specific training should include interval running to improve speed and VO2 max. Incorporating hill sprints and tempo runs will help build endurance and pace judgment. Additionally, focusing on running economy through drills that enhance form, such as high knees and butt kicks, could significantly improve running segments.
- Sandbag Lunges: To improve the 00:21 slower than average performance, Emma should incorporate more functional leg strength training into her routine, such as weighted lunges, Bulgarian split squats, and deadlifts. Focusing on unilateral exercises will also help improve balance and stability, which are critical for sandbag lunges.
- Wall Balls: A 00:12 slower performance suggests the need for improved explosive power and endurance. Including plyometric exercises like box jumps, squat jumps, and thrusters will build the necessary power. Practicing wall balls with varied weights and heights can also help improve technique and stamina.
- Rowing: Being 00:19 slower than average, Emma should focus on improving her rowing technique and power. Incorporating rowing intervals into training, focusing on stroke efficiency and power output, can greatly enhance performance. Strength training targeting the back, shoulders, and legs will also contribute to better rowing capabilities.
- Farmer's Carry: The 00:10 slower performance indicates a need for improved grip strength and core stability. Exercises like dead hangs, farmer's walks (with incremental weight), and core strengthening routines will be beneficial.
Race Strategies:
- Start Conservatively: Emma's splits suggest starting off too fast in running segments. Adopting a more conservative pace at the beginning could help conserve energy for a stronger finish.
- Efficient Transitions: Although Emma's 'Roxzone' times are impressive, there's always room for improvement. Practicing swift and efficient transitions between exercises in training will help minimize time spent in the Roxzone.
- Strength During Running: Incorporating brief, high-intensity strength exercises during long runs could help Emma adapt to the transition between running and strength tasks in races. This could improve her running time post-strength exercises.
- Pacing Strategy: Developing a race-specific pacing strategy based on her training data and previous race performances will help Emma manage her energy better throughout the race. This includes deciding when to push hard and when to conserve energy.
- Recovery Focus: Integrating active recovery sessions and prioritizing post-workout nutrition will help improve both strength and endurance recovery times, allowing for more effective training sessions.
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