Mcgarry Ciaran 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 113 similar athletes.

Season 23/24 2024 Glasgow (2853) HYROX (2585) Men (1770) Mcgarry Ciaran

GBR GBR Flag Men 40-44 #180046 02:17:57 267th in AG | Top 99.3% 1753rd | Top 99.0%

Performance Highlights

+08:29
01:16:51
Run Total
+01:06
09:36
Avg. Lap
-00:53
05:39
Best Lap
-03:54
52:53
Workout Total
-00:29
06:36
Avg. Workout
-04:50
08:17
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 113 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 113 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Mcgarry Ciaran'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 Mcgarry Ciaran'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 113 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 Mcgarry Ciaran'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 Mcgarry Ciaran'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 20:24. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

18:25 Potential Improvement 90.3% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 18:25 01:16:51 to 58:26 90.3%
Wall Balls 01:59 12:53 to 10:54 9.7%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:52 to 04:52 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 04:26 to 04:26 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 06:28 to 06:28 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 08:47 to 08:47 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 05:30 to 05:30 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:46 to 02:46 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 07:11 to 07:11 0.0%

Splits Time

Mcgarry Ciaran Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:39 00:00 06:24 -00:45 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:52 05:39 05:07 -00:15 06:24 -00:45
Running 2 07:52 10:31 07:12 +00:40 11:31 -01:00
Sled Push 04:26 18:23 04:24 +00:02 18:43 -00:20
Running 3 08:21 22:49 08:07 +00:14 23:07 -00:18
Sled Pull 06:28 31:10 07:48 -01:20 31:14 -00:04
Running 4 09:04 37:38 08:28 +00:36 39:02 -01:24
Burpees Broad Jump 08:47 46:42 09:39 -00:52 47:30 -00:48
Running 5 11:03 55:29 08:45 +02:18 57:09 -01:40
Rowing 05:30 01:06:32 05:53 -00:23 01:05:54 +00:38
Running 6 10:15 01:12:02 08:29 +01:46 01:11:47 +00:15
Farmers Carry 02:46 01:22:17 03:05 -00:19 01:20:16 +02:01
Running 7 10:15 01:25:03 08:41 +01:34 01:23:21 +01:42
Sandbag Lunges 07:11 01:35:18 09:03 -01:52 01:32:02 +03:16
Running 8 14:25 01:42:29 11:57 +02:28 01:41:05 +01:24
Wall Balls 12:53 01:56:54 11:48 +01:05 01:53:02 +03:52
Roxzone 08:17 02:17:57 13:07 -04:50 02:17:57
Based on 113 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Ciaran Mcgarry's performance in the 2024 Glasgow Hyrox race places him solidly in the middle tier of his age group and overall, showcasing a commendable effort across both strength and endurance components. His best performance was in the Ski Erg, Sled Pull, and Rowing segments, indicating a strong upper body and good technique in these areas. Notably, his Roxzone time was significantly faster than average, suggesting efficient transitions between exercises. However, his total running time was noticeably slower than average, revealing a potential area for improvement. The initial running segment was faster than average, suggesting a potentially too fast start, which could have impacted his stamina in later stages. Ciaran appears to have a more strength-oriented profile, with running identified as a key area for improvement.

Segments to Improve:

  • Running: Ciaran's running segments, particularly from the second segment onwards, were significantly slower than the average, impacting his overall time. Focusing on endurance training, interval running (e.g., 400m repeats at a pace faster than race pace with equal rest times), and long slow runs to build aerobic capacity will be beneficial. Incorporating hill sprints can also improve strength and endurance. Practicing pacing strategy, starting slightly slower than race pace and gradually increasing, can help manage energy better throughout the race.
  • Wall Balls: A slight drop in performance suggests a need for improved lower body strength and coordination. Incorporating squats, thrusters, and medicine ball throws can enhance power and endurance. Practicing wall balls with a focus on form—keeping the chest up and using the legs to drive the ball—will also improve efficiency and reduce fatigue.
  • Sled Push: Despite being faster than average, there is room for improvement. Training should include weighted sled pushes and pulls to build leg and core strength, and short, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions to increase power and stamina.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: This segment, while better than average, can be an area of strength with targeted plyometric training. Exercises like box jumps, broad jumps, and plyometric push-ups can improve explosiveness and agility, directly benefiting this segment.

Race Strategies:

  • Start Conservatively: Aim for a conservative start in the initial running segment to conserve energy for later stages. Gradually increase pace as the race progresses, focusing on maintaining a steady rhythm in running segments.
  • Efficient Transitions: Continue to focus on minimizing time in the Roxzone. Practice quick transitions between running and strength exercises in training to simulate race conditions.
  • Strength-Running Balance: Given the identified need for improved running endurance alongside strength maintenance, incorporate at least two focused running sessions per week into the training routine, balanced with strength training sessions tailored towards the specific demands of the Hyrox exercises.
  • Pacing Drills: Integrate pacing drills into training to develop a better sense of race pace. This includes tempo runs at target race pace and learning to adjust effort levels based on the race segment.
  • Mental Preparation: Mental resilience is key in endurance races. Practice visualization techniques and set small, achievable goals throughout the race to stay motivated and focused.

By addressing these specific areas of improvement and implementing the suggested race strategies, Ciaran can significantly enhance his performance in future Hyrox races, turning identified weaknesses into strengths and achieving a more balanced profile as both a runner and a strength 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 Men
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