Mccormack Mike
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Chicago Navy Pier 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 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 Mccormack Mike'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 Mccormack Mike'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 Mccormack Mike'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 Mccormack Mike'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
04:57.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
02:34
Potential Improvement
51.9%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Mike Mccormack has shown a commendable performance in the 2024 Chicago Navy Pier event, finishing in the top 21% of 1,404 athletes and ranking 15th in his age group. His overall time was 01:23:00, and his total running time was 00:40:45, which is 00:56 faster than the average. Notably, Mike showed a strength in pacing, with his best running lap recorded at 00:05:10. His performance shows a balanced profile, demonstrating proficiency both in running and strength exercises. However, there are segments where improvements can be made to increase his competitive edge.
Segments to Improve
- Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was the most challenging for Mike, with a performance slower than average by 02:17. To improve in this area, Mike should incorporate more burpees and broad jumps into his regular training routine, focusing on explosiveness and efficiency. A potential drill could involve sets of burpee broad jumps interspersed with short recovery periods to simulate race conditions.
- Sled Pull: Mike was slower than average by 00:42 in this segment. To enhance performance, he should incorporate more strength training exercises targeting his posterior chain muscles, such as deadlifts and rows. He could also practice sled pulls with varying weights to improve endurance and power.
- Wall Balls: Mike performed this segment slower than average by 00:11. To improve, he can incorporate exercises that increase leg strength and power, such as squats and lunges. Practicing the actual wall ball exercise with varying weights can also enhance performance.
- Run Total: Although Mike's running time was faster than the average, there is still room for improvement. Including interval training in his routine may help increase his speed and endurance. Also, incorporating hill runs can improve leg strength and cardiovascular endurance.
- Sled Push: This segment was slower by 00:02 compared to the average. Strength training focusing on the glutes, quadriceps, and calves can help, as these muscles are primarily used in this exercise. Regular practice of sled pushes with different weights may also be beneficial.
Race Strategies
Mike should consider the following strategies for better race performance:
- Pacing: Although Mike's pacing was generally good, he could further optimize his running pace across different segments. Starting at a sustainable speed and gradually increasing the pace can help preserve energy for the latter part of the race.
- Transition: Mike could work on reducing his transition times, as this is an area where significant time can be gained or lost. Practicing seamless transitions between running and strength exercises can help improve his overall time.
- Recovery: Implementing active recovery strategies during the race, such as controlled breathing and dynamic stretching, can help maintain performance throughout the race. This strategy is particularly crucial following demanding exercises like the sled pull and burpees broad jump.
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