Season 23/24 2024 New York (1678) HYROX (1486) Men (894) Preston Sam

Preston Sam Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 New York 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 #115029 01:23:09 52nd in AG | Top 5.8% 312th | Top 34.9%
+02:30
44:06
Run Total
+00:20
05:31
Avg. Lap
+00:22
04:49
Best Lap
-03:39
31:27
Workout Total
-00:28
03:55
Avg. Workout
+01:11
07:40
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 Preston Sam'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 Preston Sam'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 Preston Sam'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 Preston Sam'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 04:17. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

03:27 Potential Improvement 80.5% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 03:27 44:06 to 40:39 80.5%
Sandbag Lunges 00:37 05:15 to 04:38 14.4%
Rowing 00:08 04:48 to 04:40 3.1%
Farmers Carry 00:05 02:04 to 01:59 1.9%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:10 to 04:10 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 02:19 to 02:19 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 02:54 to 02:54 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 04:09 to 04:09 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 05:48 to 05:48 0.0%

Splits Time

Preston Sam Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:40 00:00 04:29 -00:49 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:10 03:40 04:24 -00:14 04:29 -00:49
Running 2 04:49 07:50 04:52 -00:03 08:53 -01:03
Sled Push 02:19 12:39 02:51 -00:32 13:45 -01:06
Running 3 05:09 14:58 05:16 -00:07 16:36 -01:38
Sled Pull 02:54 20:07 04:46 -01:52 21:52 -01:45
Running 4 05:22 23:01 05:14 +00:08 26:38 -03:37
Burpees Broad Jump 04:09 28:23 05:02 -00:53 31:52 -03:29
Running 5 06:15 32:32 05:24 +00:51 36:54 -04:22
Rowing 04:48 38:47 04:45 +00:03 42:18 -03:31
Running 6 06:02 43:35 05:16 +00:46 47:03 -03:28
Farmers Carry 02:04 49:37 02:08 -00:04 52:19 -02:42
Running 7 05:57 51:41 05:15 +00:42 54:27 -02:46
Sandbag Lunges 05:15 57:38 04:55 +00:20 59:42 -02:04
Running 8 06:56 01:02:53 05:48 +01:08 01:04:37 -01:44
Wall Balls 05:48 01:09:49 06:15 -00:27 01:10:25 -00:36
Roxzone 07:40 01:23:09 06:29 +01:11 01:23:09
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Sam Preston's performance in the 2024 New York HYROX race places him in the top 20% of all athletes and just over the top 20% in his age group, indicating a strong overall performance. Notably, Sam demonstrated exceptional prowess in the strength-based exercises, particularly in the Sled Pull where he ranked in the 1st percentile, showcasing his superior power and technique in this segment. His early running segments show a tendency to start fast, as seen in Running 1, where his time was significantly faster than average. However, his total running time was slower than the average, suggesting that while Sam has a strong start, his endurance over longer distances might need improvement. This, combined with the slower Roxzone time, indicates that Sam might benefit from focusing on endurance and transition efficiency to improve his overall race time.

Segments to Improve:

  • Total Running Time: As Sam's total running time was slower than average by 02:08, it suggests an area for improvement in running endurance and pace management. To improve, Sam should incorporate interval training into his routine, focusing on varying distances with controlled rest periods to improve both speed and endurance. Long runs at a steady pace, gradually increasing in distance, can also help build endurance. Incorporating hill sprints and tempo runs will further enhance his running capability by improving lactate threshold and muscle strength.
  • Roxzone: A slower Roxzone time indicates longer transition times or unnecessary rests between exercises. Improving overall fitness through high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help reduce fatigue, allowing for quicker transitions. Practicing specific transition drills, where Sam swiftly moves from one exercise to the next, can also reduce Roxzone time. Emphasizing plyometric exercises will enhance his agility, enabling faster movement between stations.
  • Sandbag Lunges: Slower than average in this segment suggests a need for enhanced leg strength and endurance. Incorporating weighted lunges, squats, and deadlifts into his training regimen can build the necessary muscle strength. Furthermore, practicing lunges with uneven weights or on unstable surfaces can improve balance and functional strength, directly translating to better performance in this segment.
  • Wall Balls: Although not the slowest, improvement in this area can contribute to better overall performance. Focusing on explosive power exercises, such as medicine ball throws and thrusters, can enhance the efficiency of movements in the Wall Balls segment. Additionally, practicing the specific mechanics of the wall ball shot, including squat depth and arm extension, can lead to improved times.

Race Strategies:

  • Pace Management: Sam should focus on starting at a sustainable pace, avoiding going out too fast in the initial running segments. Utilizing a running watch to monitor pace in real-time and training to maintain a consistent effort will help in managing his energy throughout the race.
  • Transition Efficiency: Reducing time in the Roxzone is critical. Practicing quick transitions in training, simulating race day conditions, can help Sam minimize wasted time. This includes setting up a mock transition area to practice moving from one exercise to the next.
  • Strength-Endurance Balance: Given Sam's strong performance in strength exercises and areas for improvement in running, a balanced approach to training focusing equally on strength and endurance is advisable. This could involve combining strength training days with running sessions in a single workout to improve his hybrid athlete profile.
  • Mental Preparation: Mental resilience plays a key role in endurance events. Sam should incorporate mental toughness exercises, such as visualization and goal setting, into his preparation. This can help him maintain focus and push through challenging segments of the race.

By addressing these specific areas of improvement with targeted training and strategic race planning, Sam Preston has the potential to significantly enhance his performance in future HYROX races.

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