Pham Brandon Performance Analysis

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 305 similar athletes.

Season 23/24 2024 Houston (797) HYROX (645) Men (406) Pham Brandon

USA USA Flag Men 40-44 #123006 02:02:52 56th in AG | Top 88.9% 361st | Top 88.9%

Performance Highlights

+10:09
01:10:54
Run Total
+01:17
08:52
Avg. Lap
+00:48
06:40
Best Lap
-06:31
44:43
Workout Total
-00:49
05:35
Avg. Workout
-03:37
07:20
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 305 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 305 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Pham Brandon'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 Pham Brandon'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 305 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 Pham Brandon'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 Pham Brandon'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 15:26. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

15:21 Potential Improvement 99.5% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 15:21 01:10:54 to 55:33 99.5%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:05 08:20 to 08:15 0.5%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:25 to 04:25 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 02:51 to 02:51 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 07:00 to 07:00 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 05:14 to 05:14 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:09 to 02:09 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 06:51 to 06:51 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 07:53 to 07:53 0.0%

Splits Time

Pham Brandon Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:00 00:00 05:42 -00:42 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:25 05:00 04:55 -00:30 05:42 -00:42
Running 2 06:40 09:25 06:38 +00:02 10:37 -01:12
Sled Push 02:51 16:05 04:02 -01:11 17:15 -01:10
Running 3 08:24 18:56 07:35 +00:49 21:17 -02:21
Sled Pull 07:00 27:20 07:15 -00:15 28:52 -01:32
Running 4 08:25 34:20 07:27 +00:58 36:07 -01:47
Burpees Broad Jump 08:20 42:45 08:29 -00:09 43:34 -00:49
Running 5 08:36 51:05 07:53 +00:43 52:03 -00:58
Rowing 05:14 59:41 05:34 -00:20 59:56 -00:15
Running 6 09:09 01:04:55 07:37 +01:32 01:05:30 -00:35
Farmers Carry 02:09 01:14:04 02:55 -00:46 01:13:07 +00:57
Running 7 10:57 01:16:13 07:50 +03:07 01:16:02 +00:11
Sandbag Lunges 06:51 01:27:10 07:59 -01:08 01:23:52 +03:18
Running 8 13:46 01:34:01 09:59 +03:47 01:31:51 +02:10
Wall Balls 07:53 01:47:47 10:05 -02:12 01:41:50 +05:57
Roxzone 07:20 02:02:52 10:57 -03:37 02:02:52
Based on 305 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Brandon Pham showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Houston HYROX, finishing in the top 55% overall and just over the midway point in his age group. His strengths were notably in the strength-based exercises, with impressive times in the Ski Erg, Sled Push, Rowing, Farmers Carry, Sandbag Lunges, and Wall Balls. These segments were significantly faster than average, indicating a strong proficiency in strength-based challenges. However, the total running time suggests a need for improvement in endurance and running efficiency, as it was notably slower than the average. The progression of running splits indicates a fast start but a significant drop in pace as the race progressed, revealing potential issues with pacing and endurance.

Segments to Improve:

  • Total Running Time: The total running time was considerably slower than average, highlighting a need for enhanced endurance and running efficiency. Incorporating interval training, with a mix of short sprints and longer tempo runs, can improve both speed and endurance. Long runs, gradually increasing in distance, can also help improve overall running stamina. It's important to focus on running form, ensuring efficient use of energy through proper posture and stride length.
  • Running 7 & 8: These segments were significantly slower, suggesting fatigue significantly impacted performance in later stages. To improve, focus on building endurance through progressive overload in training runs and incorporating negative split runs, where the second half of the run is faster than the first. This will help in pacing and maintaining speed over longer distances. Additionally, practicing running on tired legs, such as running after strength training sessions, can mimic race conditions and improve performance in later running segments.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: While not the weakest, there's room for improvement. Plyometric training can enhance explosive power, crucial for optimizing performance in this segment. Exercises like jump squats, box jumps, and lunges with a twist can improve both the speed and efficiency of burpees broad jump. Focusing on technique, such as efficient use of arms and maintaining a rhythmic pace, can also reduce time spent on this challenge.

Race Strategies:

  • Effective Pacing: Brandon started the race faster than average but slowed in later segments. Implementing a pacing strategy that conserves energy for the entirety of the race can prevent significant drops in performance. Practicing pacing in training, using tempo runs where a specific pace is maintained, can help in understanding and managing exertion levels throughout the race.
  • Transition Efficiency: The Roxzone time was significantly faster than average, indicating efficient transitions between exercises. Maintaining this efficiency is crucial. Practicing quick transitions in training, with setups that mimic race conditions, can help minimize rest time between exercises and maintain a high level of performance throughout the race.
  • Strength and Endurance Balance: Given the disparity between strength and running performance, a balanced training approach focusing on both aspects is essential. Combining strength training with running workouts in the same session can help improve the body's ability to perform under fatigue. For instance, incorporating runs after strength training sessions can simulate the race's demands and improve endurance in the context of a multi-discipline event.

In conclusion, while Brandon shows strong potential in strength-based segments, focusing on improving running endurance, pacing strategies, and maintaining performance under fatigue will be key to moving up in the rankings. Tailoring training to address these specific areas while continuing to build on existing strengths will create a well-rounded athlete capable of competing at a higher level in future HYROX events.

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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