Howlin Michael Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Berlin 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.

Inconsistency detected: Overall Time does not match the total workout and running time on result.hyrox.com. It might impact our analysis.

Performance Highlights

IRL IRL Flag Men 35-39 #105029 01:30:58 177th in AG | Top 82.7% 773rd | Top 81.3%
+08:22
53:17
Run Total
+01:03
06:39
Avg. Lap
+01:25
06:11
Best Lap
-00:49
37:45
Workout Total
-00:06
04:43
Avg. Workout
+06:56
14:31
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 Howlin Michael'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 Howlin Michael'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 Howlin Michael'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 Howlin Michael'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 11:05. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

09:23 Potential Improvement 84.7% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 09:23 53:17 to 43:54 84.7%
Sled Pull 01:29 06:31 to 05:02 13.4%
Sandbag Lunges 00:10 05:25 to 05:15 1.5%
Sled Push 00:03 03:00 to 02:57 0.5%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:19 to 04:19 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 05:14 to 05:14 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:51 to 04:51 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:12 to 02:12 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 06:13 to 06:13 0.0%

Splits Time

Howlin Michael Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:26 00:00 04:46 -01:20 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:19 03:26 04:31 -00:12 04:46 -01:20
Running 2 06:11 07:45 05:11 +01:00 09:17 -01:32
Sled Push 03:00 13:56 03:05 -00:05 14:28 -00:32
Running 3 08:54 16:56 05:40 +03:14 17:33 -00:37
Sled Pull 06:31 25:50 05:17 +01:14 23:13 +02:37
Running 4 07:48 32:21 05:38 +02:10 28:30 +03:51
Burpees Broad Jump 05:14 40:09 05:51 -00:37 34:08 +06:01
Running 5 07:21 45:23 05:51 +01:30 39:59 +05:24
Rowing 04:51 52:44 04:56 -00:05 45:50 +06:54
Running 6 07:04 57:35 05:41 +01:23 50:46 +06:49
Farmers Carry 02:12 01:04:39 02:18 -00:06 56:27 +08:12
Running 7 06:19 01:06:51 05:39 +00:40 58:45 +08:06
Sandbag Lunges 05:25 01:13:10 05:31 -00:06 01:04:24 +08:46
Running 8 06:16 01:18:35 06:23 -00:07 01:09:55 +08:40
Wall Balls 06:13 01:24:51 07:05 -00:52 01:16:18 +08:33
Roxzone 14:31 01:30:58 07:35 +06:56 01:30:58
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Michael Howlin's performance in the 2024 Berlin HYROX race places him solidly in the middle of the pack, both overall and within his age group. His total time of 01:30:58 showcases a balanced athlete, but with room for improvement on both the strength and endurance aspects of his training. His total running time was exactly average, suggesting that he has a balanced profile between running and strength. However, his pacing throughout the race, indicated by his best running lap of 00:06:11, suggests that he may have started the race at a pace that was sustainable, but perhaps did not push the envelope as much as he could have in the earlier stages. This pacing strategy leaves potential for a more aggressive start in future races to improve overall time.

Segments to Improve:

  • Roxzone Transition Times: It appears that Michael could benefit from improving his transition times between exercise zones. This is indicative of either longer rest periods or slower transitions than average. To improve this, Michael should focus on incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) into his regimen, emphasizing short, intense bursts of exercise followed by very brief rest periods. This will not only improve his cardiovascular fitness but also help him get accustomed to shorter recovery times.
  • Strength Training Specifics: Given that his total running time was average, focusing on strength training could provide the most significant gains. Specifically, exercises that mimic the movements in HYROX events such as sled pulls and pushes, heavy kettlebell swings, and wall balls should be incorporated more heavily into his training. Progressive overload, ensuring that he gradually increases the weight or intensity of these exercises, will help build the necessary muscle endurance and strength.
  • Running After Strength Work: To simulate the fatigue experienced during HYROX races, Michael should practice running immediately after strength workouts. This could involve a series of 400-800 meter runs after significant leg workouts to adapt his body to running under fatigue, improving his ability to maintain pace after strength segments in the race.

Race Strategies:

  • Aggressive Start: Considering Michael's best running lap was 00:06:11, he could likely benefit from starting the race at a slightly more aggressive pace. This would help him 'bank' some time in the early stages, which he could then work to maintain. However, this strategy would need to be balanced carefully with his endurance levels to avoid burning out too early.
  • Segment Focus: During training, Michael should identify which strength exercises he finds most challenging and focus on improving these areas. On race day, approaching these segments with a strategy—whether it means pacing himself slightly before the segment to conserve energy or focusing on technique to ensure efficiency—can help improve his overall time.
  • Transition Efficiency: Working on reducing roxzone times can significantly affect overall performance. Practicing quick transitions in training, such as setting up a mock transition zone or timing transitions between exercises, can help. Additionally, focusing on mental preparation to stay motivated and move quickly between segments might reduce downtime.

By addressing these specific areas of improvement with targeted training strategies, Michael Howlin has a strong opportunity to improve his performance in future HYROX races. Focusing on strength endurance, efficient transitions, and strategic race pacing can help him rise in the rankings and achieve his athletic goals.

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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