Season 23/24 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London (3094) HYROX (2737) Men (1435) Holmes Mark

Holmes Mark Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London 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 45-49 #183027 01:36:27 109th in AG | Top 81.3% 1214th | Top 84.6%
+04:42
52:01
Run Total
+00:36
06:30
Avg. Lap
+00:20
05:16
Best Lap
-02:37
38:20
Workout Total
-00:20
04:47
Avg. Workout
-02:01
06:13
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 Holmes Mark'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 Holmes Mark'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 Holmes Mark'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 Holmes Mark'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 08:42. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

05:43 Potential Improvement 65.7% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 05:43 52:01 to 46:18 65.7%
Wall Balls 01:40 09:00 to 07:20 19.2%
Sandbag Lunges 01:19 07:02 to 05:43 15.1%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:25 to 04:25 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 02:14 to 02:14 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 03:44 to 03:44 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 05:25 to 05:25 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:34 to 04:34 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 01:56 to 01:56 0.0%

Splits Time

Holmes Mark Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 06:24 00:00 04:59 +01:25 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:25 06:24 04:37 -00:12 04:59 +01:25
Running 2 06:10 10:49 05:25 +00:45 09:36 +01:13
Sled Push 02:14 16:59 03:15 -01:01 15:01 +01:58
Running 3 06:34 19:13 05:59 +00:35 18:16 +00:57
Sled Pull 03:44 25:47 05:39 -01:55 24:15 +01:32
Running 4 06:38 29:31 05:56 +00:42 29:54 -00:23
Burpees Broad Jump 05:25 36:09 06:21 -00:56 35:50 +00:19
Running 5 07:04 41:34 06:10 +00:54 42:11 -00:37
Rowing 04:34 48:38 05:03 -00:29 48:21 +00:17
Running 6 06:52 53:12 05:59 +00:53 53:24 -00:12
Farmers Carry 01:56 01:00:04 02:25 -00:29 59:23 +00:41
Running 7 07:07 01:02:00 05:57 +01:10 01:01:48 +00:12
Sandbag Lunges 07:02 01:09:07 05:55 +01:07 01:07:45 +01:22
Running 8 05:16 01:16:09 06:51 -01:35 01:13:40 +02:29
Wall Balls 09:00 01:21:25 07:42 +01:18 01:20:31 +00:54
Roxzone 06:13 01:36:27 08:14 -02:01 01:36:27
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer

Overall Performance:

Mark Holmes showed a commendable effort in the 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London, finishing in the top 44% of all participants and top 42% in his age group. This performance indicates a balanced athlete with potential in both strength and endurance events. However, his total running time was notably slower than the average, suggesting a greater affinity towards strength-based challenges. Mark displayed exceptional prowess in the Sled Push, Sled Pull, and Rowing segments, significantly outperforming the average times. Conversely, his pacing during the running segments indicates a slower start, with a notable improvement in the final run. This suggests initial underestimation of his running capability or a strategic conservation of energy, which might have impacted his overall time negatively.

Segments to Improve:

  • Total Running Time: Mark's overall running time was slower than average, pinpointing this as a key area for improvement. To enhance running performance, interval training and tempo runs should be integrated into his routine. Interval training with varying intensities can improve cardiovascular efficiency, while tempo runs help in maintaining a high pace for longer durations. Incorporating hill sprints will also build leg strength and improve running economy.
  • Wall Balls: This segment was significantly slower than the average. To improve, Mark should focus on developing lower body strength and endurance. Squats, thrusters, and medicine ball throws can be beneficial. Practicing the wall ball exercise with emphasis on form—keeping the chest up and driving through the heels—will also enhance efficiency and reduce fatigue.
  • Sandbag Lunges: Mark lost considerable time here, indicating a need for better lower body endurance and core stability. Incorporating lunges with weight variation, deadlifts for posterior chain strength, and core stability exercises like planks and Russian twists will build the requisite strength and endurance. Sandbag-specific training, focusing on grip strength and transitioning between movements, will also be crucial.

Race Strategies:

  • Improved Pacing: Mark should focus on a more consistent pace across the running segments. Starting slightly faster than his average pace in the initial runs and maintaining this pace can prevent significant time loss. Utilizing a running watch with real-time pacing feedback can aid in this strategy.
  • Transition Efficiency: The Roxzone time indicates better-than-average transition times, yet there's room for improvement. Practicing swift transitions between strength and running segments in training can shave off valuable seconds. This includes setting up equipment for quick access and rehearsing the changeover process.
  • Endurance-Strength Balance: Given Mark's strength in specific exercises and his overall slower running time, a balanced approach to training focusing equally on endurance and strength is recommended. This includes combining running sessions with strength training on the same day to mimic race conditions and improve overall fitness.

By focusing on these suggested areas for improvement and adopting the recommended race strategies, Mark Holmes has a strong potential to significantly improve his performance in future HYROX events. Tailoring his training to address these specific weaknesses while capitalizing on his strengths will enable a more balanced and competitive profile.

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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