Season 23/24 2024 Houston (797) HYROX (645) Men (406) Lyman Chris

Lyman Chris Hyrox Result

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 1000 similar athletes.

Performance Highlights

USA USA Flag Men 40-44 #134018 01:28:51 31st in AG | Top 49.2% 183rd | Top 45.1%
+00:42
44:47
Run Total
+00:06
05:36
Avg. Lap
+00:33
05:14
Best Lap
-01:04
36:31
Workout Total
-00:08
04:33
Avg. Workout
+00:24
07:37
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 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 Lyman Chris'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 Lyman Chris'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 Lyman Chris'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 Lyman Chris'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 03:57. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:46 Potential Improvement 44.7% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 01:46 44:47 to 43:01 44.7%
Farmers Carry 00:55 03:03 to 02:08 23.2%
Rowing 00:31 05:20 to 04:49 13.1%
Ski Erg 00:22 04:49 to 04:27 9.3%
Wall Balls 00:18 06:43 to 06:25 7.6%
Sled Pull 00:05 04:58 to 04:53 2.1%
Sled Push 00:00 02:26 to 02:26 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 04:24 to 04:24 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 04:48 to 04:48 0.0%

Splits Time

Lyman Chris Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:38 00:00 04:45 -00:07 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:49 04:38 04:29 +00:20 04:45 -00:07
Running 2 06:02 09:27 05:06 +00:56 09:14 +00:13
Sled Push 02:26 15:29 03:00 -00:34 14:20 +01:09
Running 3 05:31 17:55 05:33 -00:02 17:20 +00:35
Sled Pull 04:58 23:26 05:08 -00:10 22:53 +00:33
Running 4 05:30 28:24 05:33 -00:03 28:01 +00:23
Burpees Broad Jump 04:24 33:54 05:37 -01:13 33:34 +00:20
Running 5 05:40 38:18 05:44 -00:04 39:11 -00:53
Rowing 05:20 43:58 04:53 +00:27 44:55 -00:57
Running 6 05:29 49:18 05:35 -00:06 49:48 -00:30
Farmers Carry 03:03 54:47 02:16 +00:47 55:23 -00:36
Running 7 05:14 57:50 05:33 -00:19 57:39 +00:11
Sandbag Lunges 04:48 01:03:04 05:23 -00:35 01:03:12 -00:08
Running 8 06:46 01:07:52 06:14 +00:32 01:08:35 -00:43
Wall Balls 06:43 01:14:38 06:49 -00:06 01:14:49 -00:11
Roxzone 07:37 01:28:51 07:13 +00:24 01:28:51
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Chris Lyman's performance in the 2024 Houston HYROX race places him solidly within the top tier of his age group, showcasing a commendable blend of endurance and strength. With an overall rank of 183 out of 645 athletes and a 31st position in his age group, Chris has demonstrated significant prowess in a highly competitive field. His total running time, although slightly slower than average, along with segments like the Sled Push and Burpees Broad Jump, where he far exceeded the average, highlight a balanced athlete with a slight inclination towards strength-based events. The pacing of his runs suggests a strategic approach, starting stronger than average and maintaining a relatively consistent pace, which indicates good energy management. However, his profile leans more towards a strength athlete, as indicated by his better performance in strength-focused segments compared to running.

Segments to Improve:

  • Farmers Carry: Chris's performance in the Farmers Carry was significantly slower than average. To improve, Chris should focus on grip strength and endurance training. Exercises like dead hangs, heavy dumbbell holds, and wrist curls can enhance grip strength. Incorporating farmer's walk variations with increasing distances and weights into his routine will directly translate to better performance in this segment. Also, improving core strength with planks and weighted carries can help maintain posture under load, reducing overall fatigue.
  • Roxzone: The slower Roxzone time suggests a need for improved overall fitness and faster transitions between exercises. Interval training that mimics the race's structure, combining cardio with strength exercises and practicing swift transitions between them, can reduce Roxzone time. Additionally, working on cardiovascular endurance through high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and circuit training can improve overall fitness levels.
  • Rowing: To address the slower rowing split, Chris should focus on both technique and power. Incorporating rowing intervals at varying intensities and distances will build endurance and strength. Technique drills, focusing on power generation from the legs and maintaining a strong, consistent stroke rate, will also be beneficial. Engaging in cross-training activities like swimming or cycling can improve cardiovascular capacity, directly benefiting rowing performance.
  • Wall Balls: Although only slightly faster than average, there's room for improvement in the Wall Balls segment. Chris should work on lower body strength and muscular endurance through squats, lunges, and plyometric exercises like box jumps and squat jumps. Practicing wall balls with varying weights and heights can help adapt to maintaining performance under fatigue. Focusing on form, especially the efficiency of movement and minimizing wasted effort, will also aid in improving times.

Race Strategies:

  • Start Strong but Pace Wisely: Chris's initial segments indicate a strong start. Continuing to leverage this while pacing wisely to conserve energy for later stages will optimize performance. Implementing a race simulation in training that mirrors actual race conditions can help fine-tune this strategy.
  • Transitions Focus: Reducing Roxzone time through faster transitions is crucial. Practicing quick changes from running to strength exercises and vice versa during training sessions will help decrease transition times. Mental rehearsal and strategic placement of necessary gear can further streamline the process.
  • Targeted Strength and Endurance Training: Given Chris's slightly stronger performance in strength segments, maintaining this edge while boosting running endurance will provide a more balanced profile. Tailoring weekly training to include specific strength training days focused on race-relevant exercises, combined with dedicated endurance running sessions, will enhance overall race performance.
  • Recovery and Nutrition: Incorporating adequate recovery and a tailored nutrition plan leading up to race day can significantly impact performance. Strategies such as active recovery, proper hydration, and a diet rich in nutrients that support muscle repair and energy levels will ensure Chris is in peak condition on race day.

In conclusion, Chris Lyman has shown impressive capabilities and with targeted improvements in the Farmers Carry, Roxzone transitions, Rowing, and Wall Balls, along with strategic race pacing and a focus on both strength and endurance training, he has the potential to significantly elevate his performance in future HYROX races.

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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