Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Fort Lauderdale 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
533 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 533 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 533 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Wade 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 Wade 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 533 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 Wade 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 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 Wade 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
06:23.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 533 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
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Overall Performance:
Sam Wade showed promising potential in the 2024 Fort Lauderdale HYROX PRO event, placing in the top 30% overall and third in his age group. His performance highlights his exceptional strength in specific areas, notably the Sled Push and Burpees Broad Jump, where he significantly outpaced the average times. However, his overall running time was notably slower than average, suggesting a stronger inclination towards strength exercises over running endurance. This balance indicates Sam has a hybrid profile but with a tilt towards strength. His starting pace in Running 1 was aggressive, which may have contributed to slower running times in subsequent segments. The Roxzone time being faster than average suggests efficient transitions but also indicates room for improvement in overall fitness to minimize rest or transition times further.
Segments to Improve:
Total Running Time: Sam's running segments, particularly from Running 2 onwards, were consistently slower than average, highlighting a need for enhanced endurance and pacing strategy. Focused training should include interval running to improve speed and endurance, long-distance runs to build stamina, and hill sprints to increase leg strength and resilience. Incorporating plyometric exercises like jump squats and lunges can also improve power during runs.
Rowing: To improve the 00:20 slower-than-average rowing time, Sam should focus on technique and power. Drills emphasizing a strong, consistent stroke and efficient energy transfer, like pyramid intervals and power strokes sessions, can be beneficial. Additionally, incorporating upper body strength exercises, such as pull-ups and seated rows, will enhance overall rowing performance.
Sandbag Lunges: Being slightly slower suggests a need for better balance, strength, and endurance. Sam should incorporate lunges with varying weights and unilateral leg exercises, such as single-leg deadlifts, to improve stability and strength. Also, functional exercises that mimic the sandbag's instability, like kettlebell carries, can enhance core strength and balance.
Farmers Carry: To improve grip strength and endurance, which are critical for the Farmers Carry, Sam can benefit from grip-specific exercises like dead hangs and farmers walks with incrementally increasing weights. Also, integrating core-stabilizing exercises will help maintain posture and efficiency during the carry.
Race Strategies:
Start Pacing: Given the tendency to start fast, Sam should focus on a more conservative initial pace, allowing for energy reservation for later stages of the race. Practicing pacing strategies in training, with a focus on maintaining a steady and sustainable speed, can greatly benefit race day performance.
Transition Efficiency: Although transition times were comparatively good, there’s still room for improvement. Practicing quick transitions between exercises in training sessions can help reduce Roxzone time even further. Including simulated transition drills in workouts will enhance both physical readiness and mental preparedness for swift changes.
Strength and Running Balance: To address the imbalance between running and strength performance, Sam should aim for a more integrated training approach. This means not only focusing on strength or running independently but combining sessions where both capacities are targeted sequentially, mimicking race conditions and improving overall athletic performance.
Recovery and Nutrition: Emphasizing recovery strategies and optimal nutrition can significantly impact performance, especially in endurance and strength balance. Incorporating active recovery sessions, adequate protein intake for muscle repair, and hydration strategies will support better overall race performance.
By addressing these identified areas for improvement with targeted training and strategic adjustments, Sam Wade has a strong potential to enhance his performance in future HYROX races. Consistency, focused training, and strategic race planning will be key to his continued success and development as a HYROX athlete.
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