Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Perth 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 Strachan Nic'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 Strachan Nic'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 Strachan Nic'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 Strachan Nic'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
03:16.
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
Nic Strachan delivered a commendable performance at the 2024 Perth Hyrox event, finishing in the top 19% overall and the top 17% in his age group. With an overall time of 01:17:53, Nic demonstrated a strong running capability, evidenced by his total running time of 00:38:18, which was 01:21 faster than the average. This suggests that Nic has a runner's profile, excelling in endurance and speed over strength-based exercises. His pacing strategy, however, showed a slower start, as evidenced by Running 1, which was 01:12 slower than average, but improved significantly in subsequent running segments.
Segments to Improve
Roxzone: Nic spent 00:07:39 here, which is 01:58 slower than average. Improving transition speed and overall fitness is crucial. Training Strategies:
Practice transitions between exercises to reduce downtime.
Incorporate high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to boost cardiovascular endurance and quick recovery.
Perform compound exercises like burpees and box jumps to enhance agility and transition speed.
Burpees Broad Jump: With a time of 00:06:15, Nic was 01:46 slower than average. This suggests a need for improved explosiveness and endurance. Training Strategies:
Focus on plyometric training, such as squat jumps and bounding drills, to increase power and efficiency.
Incorporate strength training for the core and lower body, including exercises like deadlifts and kettlebell swings.
Employ Tabata-style workouts to improve endurance and speed in executing burpees.
Wall Balls: Nic was 00:15 slower than average, indicating a need for enhanced muscular endurance and technique. Training Strategies:
Practice wall ball throws with a focus on proper form and breathing technique to maintain a steady rhythm.
Incorporate circuit training with medicine balls to build stamina and upper body strength.
Work on dynamic squats and overhead presses to improve overall efficiency in wall ball movements.
Race Strategies
Optimize Pacing: To prevent a slow start, consider a moderate pace for the initial running segment and gradually build speed to maintain energy throughout the race.
Transition Efficiency: Focus on minimizing time in the Roxzone by pre-planning movements and rehearsing transitions during training sessions.
Strength-Endurance Balance: As a naturally strong runner, Nic should integrate strength-focused routines to complement his endurance capabilities, ensuring balanced performance across all segments.
Compromised Running Drills: Practice running immediately after strength exercises to simulate race conditions and improve overall adaptability and performance during the actual event.