Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Gdansk 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 Men #121010 01:19:51
37th in
AG
| Top 7.8%
155th | Top 32.8%
-01:26
38:43
Run Total
-00:10
04:50
Avg. Lap
+00:19
04:39
Best Lap
+02:35
36:14
Workout Total
+00:19
04:31
Avg. Workout
-01:07
04:58
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 Sullivan Richard'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 Sullivan Richard'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 Sullivan Richard'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 Sullivan Richard'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
04:56.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Richard Sullivan showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Gdansk HYROX, finishing in the top 23% overall and top 25% in his age group. A standout feature of Richard's race was his total running time, which was notably 01:48 faster than the average, indicating a strong running profile. This proficiency in running suggests that Richard's training has effectively honed his endurance and speed. However, the analysis of his splits reveals a pattern of starting significantly faster than average, which could suggest a potential for pacing issues that may impact his energy conservation across the race. Moreover, Richard's performance in the strength-focused segments, particularly the Burpees Broad Jump and Sled Push, contrasted with his running, indicating areas where gains can be made to achieve a more balanced, hybrid athlete profile.
Segments to Improve:
Burpees Broad Jump: Richard's performance in this segment was significantly slower than average, indicating a need to improve explosive power and endurance. To enhance this, Richard should incorporate plyometric exercises such as box jumps, broad jumps, and plyometric push-ups into his training. Focusing on improving his explosive strength and incorporating interval training can help reduce fatigue during high-intensity tasks.
Sled Push: The sled push segment was notably slower, suggesting the need for increased lower body strength and power. Training should include heavy sled drags and pushes, along with squats and lunges to build leg strength. Emphasis on proper form and technique, such as maintaining a low, driving stance, can also improve efficiency in this segment.
Wall Balls: To improve in the wall balls segment, Richard should focus on enhancing his muscular endurance and coordination. Incorporating wall ball shots, thrusters, and kettlebell swings can help build the required stamina and strength. Additionally, working on squat depth and arm strength will ensure more efficient movement.
Sled Pull: Similar to the sled push, the sled pull requires strong posterior chain muscles. Exercises like deadlifts, pull-ups, and farmer's walks can build the necessary back, arm, and grip strength to improve performance in this segment.
Sandbag Lunges: To better his time in sandbag lunges, Richard should target his leg muscles and core stability. Incorporating weighted lunges, step-ups, and core strengthening exercises can enhance his ability to maintain form and pace throughout this segment.
For each of these segments, Richard should also simulate race conditions by combining running with the specific strength exercises in his training. This approach will not only improve his strength and endurance but also his ability to transition between different types of exertion without significant loss of pace.
Race Strategies:
Energy Conservation: Given Richard's tendency to start fast, focusing on a more conservative start can help conserve energy for the latter parts of the race. Implementing a pacing strategy that allows for gradual acceleration can contribute to a more evenly distributed effort.
Transition Efficiency: Improving transition times between exercises and running segments can significantly impact overall performance. Practicing quick transitions in training, focusing on reducing rest time and improving technique for picking up and dropping off equipment, will help minimize time lost in the roxzone.
Hybrid Training: To develop into a more balanced athlete, integrating a mix of endurance running, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and strength training into his regimen will be crucial. This hybrid training approach will ensure improvements not only in running but also in the strength-based segments where Richard has room for growth.
By addressing these targeted areas for improvement and implementing strategic adjustments to his training and race-day approach, Richard Sullivan is well-positioned to enhance his performance in future HYROX races, potentially achieving an even more competitive standing.
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