Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Copenhagen 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
372 similar athletes.
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 Pro 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 372 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 372 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Watkins Nick'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 Watkins Nick'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 372 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 Watkins Nick'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 Pro 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 Watkins Nick'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
03:54.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 372 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Nick Watkins demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Copenhagen Hyrox race, securing a top 56% overall rank among 232 athletes and placing in the top 50% of his age group. A standout aspect of Nick's race was his total running time, which was 04:32 faster than the average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, Nick's performance in the Roxzone and certain strength-based exercises, such as the Sled Push and Burpees Broad Jump, suggests there is room for improvement in his overall fitness and transition times. His pacing appeared to start slower in the initial running segment but improved significantly in subsequent runs, pointing towards a potential strategy adjustment for future races to maintain a more consistent pace throughout.
Segments to Improve:
Roxzone: The Roxzone time was significantly slower than average, indicating longer rest periods or slower transitions. To improve, Nick should focus on minimizing rest times and practicing quicker transitions between exercises. Drills that mimic the quick switch from running to strength exercises, followed by an immediate return to running, could enhance his performance in this area. Circuit training with minimal rest between sets could also be beneficial.
Sled Push: Nick's time in the Sled Push was notably slower, highlighting a potential weakness in leg strength and power. Incorporating more lower body strength training, particularly exercises that mimic the sled push movement like weighted lunges, squats, and leg press, can help. Additionally, practicing actual sled pushes with gradually increasing weight can improve both technique and strength.
Burpees Broad Jump: A slower performance in this segment suggests a need for improvement in explosive power and coordination. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps, squat jumps, and broad jumps can increase explosive strength, while practicing burpees with an emphasis on the broad jump component can improve efficiency and speed in this specific exercise.
Farmer's Carry: Slower times here indicate grip strength and overall endurance could be limiting factors. Grip strength exercises, including dead hangs, farmer's walks with increasing weight, and wrist curls, combined with endurance training, can enhance performance in this segment.
Ski Erg: Being slower in the Ski Erg suggests room for improvement in upper body endurance and power. Incorporating more upper body conditioning work, focusing on exercises that replicate the Ski Erg movement like cable pull-downs, and high-intensity interval training on the Ski Erg itself, can help improve times in this area.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Given Nick's tendency to start slower in the running segments, focusing on a more consistent pacing strategy from the start could prevent unnecessary energy expenditure from playing catch-up. Interval running training with specific pace targets could help establish a more consistent speed throughout the race.
Strength and Endurance Balance: As Nick shows a more pronounced strength in running, balancing his training to include more strength-focused workouts is crucial. This includes integrating more cross-training sessions that combine strength and cardiovascular workouts to mimic race conditions closely.
Transitions Practice: Given the lost time in transitions, specifically targeting this area during training could yield significant improvements. Simulating race day conditions by practicing transitions between running and strength exercises will help reduce Roxzone times.
Mental Preparation: Mental resilience and the ability to maintain focus and motivation throughout the race, especially during transitions and tougher segments, are vital. Strategies such as visualization, goal setting, and positive self-talk can be beneficial.
By addressing these specific areas of improvement with targeted training and strategic adjustments, Nick Watkins could significantly enhance his future Hyrox race performances.
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 Pro Men