Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Malaga 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
66 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 66 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 66 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Guedes Miguel'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 Guedes Miguel'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 66 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 Guedes Miguel'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 Guedes Miguel'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
22:25.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 66 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Miguel Guedes's performance in the 2024 Malaga HYROX race places him well within the top third of competitors overall and in his age group, indicating a strong athletic foundation. His overall time of 02:25:28, against an average, suggests a balanced athlete with potential in both strength and endurance disciplines. However, his total running time being slightly slower than average reveals a discrepancy in his running efficiency and/or strategy, which might hint at a more strength-oriented profile. Notably, his initial running segment was significantly faster than average, suggesting a potential issue with pacing, starting the race too fast which may have impacted his energy conservation for subsequent segments.
Segments to Improve:
Sled Push & Sled Pull: These segments were among Miguel's slowest compared to the average. To improve here, Miguel should focus on increasing his lower body strength and power. Specific exercises include heavy sled drags and pushes, incorporating both high weight/low distance and low weight/high distance variations. Additionally, exercises like squats, deadlifts, and lunges will build the necessary leg strength. Practicing the actual movements with a focus on form and explosive power can also directly translate to better performance.
Rowing: This segment was significantly slower, suggesting a need to improve both technique and endurance. Technique drills focusing on proper form, leg drive, and pacing should be incorporated. Interval training on the rower, alternating between high intensity and recovery periods, can also help improve cardiovascular endurance and power output. It's crucial to ensure that Miguel doesn't compromise his running performance by overexerting himself on the rower, so balanced training is key.
Total Running Time: Given that Miguel's total running time was slower than average, a more targeted running program should be introduced. This should include interval training to improve speed, long slow distance runs to enhance endurance, and tempo runs to increase lactate threshold. Attention should also be given to running form and efficiency, possibly through technique drills and plyometric exercises to improve running economy.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: It's evident that Miguel started the race with a pace that was unsustainable, leading to slower times in subsequent running segments. Implementing a more conservative start, focusing on maintaining a steady pace through the initial segments, could help conserve energy for a stronger finish. Practicing pacing in training, using both timed runs and heart rate zones, can develop a better sense of sustainable speed.
Transitions (Roxzone): While Miguel's Roxzone time was about average, there's always room for improvement in transitions to shave off valuable seconds. This includes practicing quick and efficient movements between exercises and running segments, possibly incorporating transition drills into training sessions.
Strength Endurance: Given the impact of the strength-based obstacles on Miguel's running performance, a focus on strength endurance training will be beneficial. This involves not just lifting heavier but doing so in a way that mimics the endurance required for race day, such as circuit training that combines strength exercises with minimal rest periods.
By addressing these specific areas, Miguel can transform his weaknesses into strengths and potentially improve his overall rank and performance in future races. Tailoring his training to focus on these improvements, while not neglecting his already strong areas, will make for a well-rounded and competitive HYROX athlete.