Whitaker Kyle 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 1000 similar athletes.

Season 23/24 2024 Houston (797) HYROX (645) Men (406) Whitaker Kyle

USA USA Flag Men 40-44 #111005 01:34:00 44th in AG | Top 69.8% 228th | Top 56.2%

Performance Highlights

+03:35
49:56
Run Total
+00:28
06:15
Avg. Lap
+00:44
05:37
Best Lap
-00:54
38:55
Workout Total
-00:07
04:51
Avg. Workout
-02:41
05:13
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 Whitaker Kyle'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 Whitaker Kyle'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 Whitaker Kyle'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 Whitaker Kyle'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 07:04. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

04:41 Potential Improvement 66.3% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 04:41 49:56 to 45:15 66.3%
Burpees Broad Jump 01:09 07:00 to 05:51 16.3%
Sled Push 00:47 03:52 to 03:05 11.1%
Sandbag Lunges 00:23 05:53 to 05:30 5.4%
Rowing 00:04 05:01 to 04:57 0.9%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:20 to 04:20 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 04:53 to 04:53 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:07 to 02:07 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 05:49 to 05:49 0.0%

Splits Time

Whitaker Kyle Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:00 00:00 04:53 -00:53 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:20 04:00 04:33 -00:13 04:53 -00:53
Running 2 05:37 08:20 05:20 +00:17 09:26 -01:06
Sled Push 03:52 13:57 03:11 +00:41 14:46 -00:49
Running 3 05:56 17:49 05:50 +00:06 17:57 -00:08
Sled Pull 04:53 23:45 05:29 -00:36 23:47 -00:02
Running 4 05:56 28:38 05:50 +00:06 29:16 -00:38
Burpees Broad Jump 07:00 34:34 06:08 +00:52 35:06 -00:32
Running 5 07:11 41:34 06:02 +01:09 41:14 +00:20
Rowing 05:01 48:45 04:59 +00:02 47:16 +01:29
Running 6 07:28 53:46 05:52 +01:36 52:15 +01:31
Farmers Carry 02:07 01:01:14 02:23 -00:16 58:07 +03:07
Running 7 06:32 01:03:21 05:51 +00:41 01:00:30 +02:51
Sandbag Lunges 05:53 01:09:53 05:41 +00:12 01:06:21 +03:32
Running 8 07:20 01:15:46 06:39 +00:41 01:12:02 +03:44
Wall Balls 05:49 01:23:06 07:25 -01:36 01:18:41 +04:25
Roxzone 05:13 01:34:00 07:54 -02:41 01:34:00
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Kyle Whitaker's performance in the 2024 Houston Hyrox race places him in the top 83% of all athletes and top 80% of his age group (40-44), with an overall time of 01:34:00. His total running time was 00:50:00, indicating a stronger proficiency in running events compared to the average. However, his performance suggests a need for improvement in both strength exercises and managing his pacing throughout the race. Kyle started the race strongly but seemed to lose momentum in later segments, particularly in strength-focused challenges. This pattern suggests that while Kyle has a strong running foundation, he could benefit from a more balanced training approach that equally emphasizes strength and endurance.

Segments to Improve:

  • Burpees Broad Jump: Kyle's time in this segment was significantly slower than average, indicating a potential area for substantial improvement. Focusing on plyometric exercises such as jump squats, box jumps, and lunge jumps can enhance explosive power and efficiency in movements similar to the broad jump. Additionally, practicing burpees with a focus on minimizing ground contact time can help improve overall speed and endurance in this exercise.
  • Sled Push: To improve in the sled push segment, Kyle should incorporate more lower body strength training, specifically targeting the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. Exercises like weighted squats, leg presses, and sled drags can build the necessary strength and power. Technique adjustments, such as maintaining a low, forward-leaning posture and taking quick, powerful steps, can also enhance efficiency.
  • Sandbag Lunges: This segment's slower time suggests a need for improved leg strength and endurance. Incorporating lunges with varying weights, step-ups, and resistance band exercises can increase leg muscle endurance and power. Practicing lunges with a focus on maintaining balance and a steady pace may also help improve performance in this area.

Race Strategies:

  • Improved Pacing: Kyle should focus on developing a race strategy that allows for a more consistent pace throughout the event. This could involve setting specific time goals for each segment based on his strengths and areas for improvement, thereby avoiding starting too fast and facing fatigue in later stages.
  • Transition Efficiency: Given Kyle's faster-than-average Roxzone time, reducing transition times between segments can further enhance his overall performance. Practicing quick and efficient transitions, including strategic placement of equipment and rehearsing movements between exercises, can shave valuable seconds off his total time.
  • Strength and Endurance Balance: Kyle's training should focus on achieving a better balance between running endurance and strength training. Incorporating circuit training that includes a mix of cardio, strength, and plyometric exercises can improve overall fitness and performance in hybrid events like Hyrox. Specific workouts could involve alternating between running intervals and strength exercises to simulate race conditions.

In conclusion, while Kyle Whitaker shows promise as a Hyrox athlete, focusing on improving strength-based segments, refining his pacing strategy, and enhancing transition efficiencies can lead to a more balanced and successful future performance. Tailoring his training to address these specific areas while maintaining his running prowess will be key to climbing the ranks in future 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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2023 Houston 01:30:42
2023 Anaheim 01:27:12
2022 Los Angeles 01:35:53
2023 Dallas 01:28:43

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