Forrester Calum
Performance Analysis
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Glasgow 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.
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 Forrester Calum'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 Forrester Calum'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 Forrester Calum'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 Forrester Calum'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
04:20.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
02:00
Potential Improvement
46.2%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Calum Forrester's performance in the 2024 Glasgow HYROX race places him in the top 36% of all athletes and the top 37% in his age group, indicating a commendable overall performance. Analyzing his total running time, which is slightly slower than average, alongside his strength exercise splits, it is evident Calum has a hybrid profile with a slight inclination towards strength exercises. Notably, his pacing appears to start strong but tends to slow down, particularly in the latter running segments and sandbag lunges, suggesting potential issues with endurance or pacing strategy. His excellent performance in strength-focused exercises such as the Ski Erg, Sled Push, and Sled Pull highlight his strengths, whereas the slower times in running and sandbag lunges point towards areas needing improvement.
Segments to Improve:
- Sandbag Lunges: Calum's performance in the sandbag lunges was significantly slower than average, indicating a need for enhanced lower body strength and endurance. To improve, Calum should incorporate more lunges with varying weights, Bulgarian split squats, and deadlifts into his training regimen. Practicing lunges with incremental distances can also build endurance. Focusing on form, ensuring that the knees do not extend past the toes, and maintaining a straight back can enhance efficiency and reduce the risk of injury.
- Total Running Time: Given that Calum's total running time is slower than average, incorporating interval training, hill sprints, and long-distance endurance runs can significantly improve his running performance. Interval training can enhance both speed and endurance, while hill sprints build leg strength and improve running economy. Calum should aim to balance his training to avoid starting too fast and ensure consistent pacing throughout the race.
- Wall Balls and Burpees Broad Jump: These exercises require explosive strength and endurance. To improve, Calum should focus on plyometric exercises such as box jumps, jump squats, and medicine ball throws. Additionally, practicing the exact movements of wall balls and burpees broad jumps with emphasis on form and explosive power can help reduce fatigue and increase efficiency during these segments.
- Farmers Carry: To improve grip strength and endurance, which are crucial for the Farmers Carry, Calum should incorporate grip strength exercises like dead hangs, farmer's walks with increasing distances and weights, and wrist curls. Also, working on core strength can improve stability during the carry.
Race Strategies:
- Pacing: Calum should focus on developing a consistent pacing strategy, avoiding starting too fast to conserve energy for the latter part of the race. Implementing a pacing plan based on his training performances can help manage his energy better.
- Transitions (Roxzone): Although Calum's transition times are faster than average, there's still room for improvement. Working on reducing rest time and practicing quick transitions between exercises can shave off valuable seconds. Simulating race conditions in training, where Calum moves from one exercise to the next without rest, can improve his transition efficiency.
- Strength and Endurance Balance: Given Calum's hybrid profile, focusing on balancing strength and running training will be key. Incorporating days where both strength and endurance are trained in the same session can help improve his overall race performance and endurance in strength-focused segments.
- Mental Preparation: Endurance events test not just physical but mental strength. Practicing visualization techniques, setting realistic race day goals, and developing a strong mental resilience can help Calum push through tough segments of the race.
By focusing on these targeted improvements and strategies, Calum Forrester can elevate his performance in future HYROX races, turning identified weaknesses into strengths and achieving a more balanced and efficient race profile.
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