Smith Brook
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.
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 Smith Brook'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 Smith Brook'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 Smith Brook'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 Smith Brook'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
10:23.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
06:16
Potential Improvement
60.4%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Brook Smith's performance in the 2024 Berlin HYROX race places him in the top 48% of both the overall field and his age group, which is commendable. With an overall time of 01:26:11 and a total running time identical to the average, Brook shows a balanced profile between running and strength. However, his best running lap time suggests potential for improvement in pacing strategy, as it indicates a possibly uneven distribution of effort across the race. Given these insights, Brook appears to have a hybrid profile with equal proficiency in running and strength but may benefit from fine-tuning his race pacing and focusing on specific areas of improvement.
Segments to Improve:
- Roxzone Time: If Brook's roxzone time is slower than average, this indicates excess rest or prolonged transitions between exercises. To improve, Brook should focus on reducing transition times and enhancing overall fitness. Drills like simulated race transitions, where he practices quickly moving from one exercise to the next, can be beneficial. Additionally, incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help improve both fitness and the ability to recover quickly.
- Specific Strength or Running Focus: Given that Brook's total running time is average, identifying whether strength or running needs more emphasis will depend on the comparison of his exercise zone times with his running. If his strength segments are significantly slower, incorporating compound lifts (squats, deadlifts, bench press) and functional fitness exercises (sandbag carries, sled pulls) into his training can enhance his performance. Conversely, if it's the running that needs improvement, targeted speed work (interval training, tempo runs) and running technique drills can help.
Race Strategies:
- Effective Pacing: To avoid starting too fast and potentially burning out, Brook should practice pace control drills. Training with a heart rate monitor during long runs to stay within specific zones can teach energy conservation. Additionally, negative split runs, where the second half of a run is faster than the first, can help in mastering pacing strategy.
- Strength and Conditioning: A balanced approach to both running and strength training is key. Brook should aim for a mix of endurance running, speed work, and strength training sessions throughout his weekly routine, ensuring not to neglect core stability exercises which are vital for maintaining form and efficiency in both running and strength tasks.
- Transition Efficiency: Improving transition times can shave valuable seconds off the overall race time. Practicing quick changes between exercises in training, perhaps by setting up a mock race environment, can help Brook become more efficient. Focusing on dynamic stretches and mobility work can also aid in maintaining fluidity and reducing the risk of injury during these transitions.
By focusing on these areas for improvement and implementing the suggested training strategies, Brook Smith has the potential to significantly enhance his race performance. Emphasis on pacing, targeted strength and running improvements, along with efficient transitions, can transform weaknesses into strengths and make Brook a more competitive athlete in his category.
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