Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Houston 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
945 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 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 945 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 945 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Heuring Jace'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 Heuring Jace'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 945 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 Heuring Jace'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 Heuring Jace'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
08:28.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 945 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Jace Heuring's performance in the 2024 Houston Hyrox race demonstrates a strong aptitude for strength-based exercises, with impressive performances in the Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpees Broad Jump, Rowing, and Wall Balls segments, significantly outperforming the average times. However, there is a noticeable area for improvement in his running segments, where his times were consistently slower than average, particularly as the race progressed. This indicates that while Jace has a strong strength profile, his endurance and possibly pacing strategy need refinement. The total running time being significantly slower than average further supports this, suggesting an emphasis on improving cardiovascular endurance and running efficiency could benefit his overall performance. Jace's ability to start strong but fade in later running segments implies an initial pacing that may be too aggressive, contributing to fatigue in the latter half of the race.
Segments to Improve:
Running Segments: Jace's running times, particularly from the third segment onwards, indicate a need for improved endurance and pacing strategy. Interval training can be highly beneficial in this regard. Incorporating intervals at varying distances (400m, 800m, 1km) at a pace faster than his current race pace will help improve speed and cardiovascular endurance. Long, slow distance runs (60-90 minutes) at a comfortable, conversational pace once a week will also help build endurance. Focusing on running form, including maintaining a slight forward lean, keeping the head up, and minimizing vertical oscillation, can improve running efficiency. Post-strength training, compromised running scenarios (e.g., a short, intense run after leg-heavy exercises) can mimic race conditions and improve his ability to maintain pace after strength segments.
Roxzone: The slower Roxzone times suggest a need for faster transitions and improved overall fitness. Transition drills, where Jace practices moving quickly and efficiently between exercise stations, can help reduce these times. Incorporating circuit training into his routine, with minimal rest between exercises, can also improve his ability to recover quickly, thereby enhancing his performance in the Roxzone segments. Focusing on overall fitness, including both strength and cardiovascular training, will allow for more efficient transitions and less need for extended recovery periods during these segments.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Jace should focus on developing a more conservative start to prevent early burnout. Utilizing a pacing strategy where he targets maintaining a steady effort level throughout the race, rather than starting too aggressively, can help conserve energy for the later stages. Practicing pacing during training runs, where he aims to hit specific time goals for each segment, can help develop a better sense of appropriate pacing for race day.
Strength to Running Transition: Given his strength in the exercise segments, Jace should focus on strategies that allow him to quickly recover and transition to running. This can include practicing immediate, light jogging after strength exercises during training to mimic race conditions and improve his ability to switch between exercise modalities efficiently.
Mental Preparation: Mental resilience and the ability to maintain focus and determination throughout the race, especially during tougher segments, can significantly impact performance. Incorporating mental training techniques, such as visualization and positive self-talk, can help Jace stay mentally engaged and push through challenging portions of the race.
By addressing these areas for improvement with specific training strategies and race-day tactics, Jace Heuring has the potential to significantly enhance his performance in future Hyrox races, leveraging his strength capabilities while improving his endurance and running efficiency.