Yang Hyunseok Performance Analysis

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Incheon 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 Incheon (299) HYROX (216) Men (159) Yang Hyunseok

KOR KOR Flag Men #124017 01:16:55 10th in AG | Top 6.3% 27th | Top 17.0%

Performance Highlights

+01:35
40:16
Run Total
+00:12
05:02
Avg. Lap
-00:21
03:51
Best Lap
-01:37
30:52
Workout Total
-00:12
03:51
Avg. Workout
+00:06
05:52
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 Yang Hyunseok'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 Yang Hyunseok'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 Yang Hyunseok'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 Yang Hyunseok'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 05:07. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

02:47 Potential Improvement 54.4% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 02:47 40:16 to 37:29 54.4%
Wall Balls 01:11 06:14 to 05:03 23.1%
Ski Erg 00:36 04:47 to 04:11 11.7%
Rowing 00:17 04:47 to 04:30 5.5%
Sandbag Lunges 00:15 04:21 to 04:06 4.9%
Sled Push 00:01 02:18 to 02:17 0.3%
Sled Pull 00:00 03:19 to 03:19 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 03:34 to 03:34 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 01:32 to 01:32 0.0%

Splits Time

Yang Hyunseok Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:51 00:00 04:15 -00:24 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:47 03:51 04:18 +00:29 04:15 -00:24
Running 2 04:43 08:38 04:33 +00:10 08:33 +00:05
Sled Push 02:18 13:21 02:37 -00:19 13:06 +00:15
Running 3 05:01 15:39 04:54 +00:07 15:43 -00:04
Sled Pull 03:19 20:40 04:21 -01:02 20:37 +00:03
Running 4 04:54 23:59 04:53 +00:01 24:58 -00:59
Burpees Broad Jump 03:34 28:53 04:32 -00:58 29:51 -00:58
Running 5 05:27 32:27 05:00 +00:27 34:23 -01:56
Rowing 04:47 37:54 04:36 +00:11 39:23 -01:29
Running 6 05:09 42:41 04:54 +00:15 43:59 -01:18
Farmers Carry 01:32 47:50 01:59 -00:27 48:53 -01:03
Running 7 05:16 49:22 04:53 +00:23 50:52 -01:30
Sandbag Lunges 04:21 54:38 04:27 -00:06 55:45 -01:07
Running 8 05:58 58:59 05:18 +00:40 01:00:12 -01:13
Wall Balls 06:14 01:04:57 05:39 +00:35 01:05:30 -00:33
Roxzone 05:52 01:16:55 05:46 +00:06 01:16:55
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Hyunseok Yang's performance in the 2024 Incheon HYROX race places him well within the top echelons of his age group and overall, highlighting his competitive edge and dedication to fitness. His overall rank at 27th out of 216 athletes and 10th in his age group showcases his prowess in a highly competitive field. Yang's profile suggests a balanced athlete, but with a slight inclination towards strength-based events, as indicated by his total running time being slower than average by 01:13. Despite an excellent start in the first running segment, his pacing appears to have been too aggressive initially, leading to slower running times in the subsequent segments. This analysis suggests that while Yang is a formidable competitor, there is room for improvement in running endurance and specific skill areas to achieve an even higher level of performance.

Segments to Improve:

  • Run Total: With a total running time slower than average, it's critical to focus on improving endurance and pacing. Interval training, such as 400m repeats with rest intervals equal to the running time, can enhance speed endurance. Incorporating tempo runs, where Yang runs at a challenging but manageable pace for 20-30 minutes, will also improve his ability to maintain a faster pace over distance.
  • Wall Balls: The slower time indicates a need to focus on explosive power and muscular endurance. Plyometric exercises like box jumps and squat jumps can improve explosive strength, while high-repetition wall ball drills, focusing on form and minimal rest between sets, will build specific endurance and efficiency.
  • Roxzone: The slightly slower transition time suggests a need for improved overall fitness and faster transitions. Circuit training, combining cardio with functional strength exercises, can enhance fitness levels, while practicing quick transitions between exercises (e.g., setting up mock transition stations) will help reduce Roxzone times.
  • Ski Erg: To improve on the Ski Erg, Yang should focus on both technique and power. Incorporating upper body strength workouts, such as pull-ups and seated rows, can increase power. Additionally, practicing on the Ski Erg with a focus on form—ensuring proper push-pull mechanics and efficient use of the core—will enhance performance.

Race Strategies:

  • Pacing: Starting the race with a more conservative pace can prevent early fatigue, allowing for a stronger finish. Yang should aim to run the first few segments slightly slower than his comfortable pace, gradually increasing his effort as the race progresses.
  • Strength Segments: Given Yang's apparent strength in these areas, he should capitalize on these segments to make up time. However, it's crucial to maintain a balance to not overly fatigue the muscles needed for subsequent running segments.
  • Transitions: Minimizing time in the Roxzone by practicing swift and efficient transitions can shave off crucial seconds from the overall time. This includes quick changes between running and exercises, as well as efficient movement through the transition zones themselves.
  • Endurance Training: Incorporating longer, steady-state runs into his training regimen can improve overall running endurance, ensuring that Yang does not slow down as much in the later stages of the race.
  • Mental Preparation: Mental resilience training, including visualization and race day strategy planning, can prepare Yang for the physical and psychological demands of the race, helping him maintain focus and pace throughout.

By focusing on these specific areas of improvement and implementing the suggested training strategies and race day tactics, Hyunseok Yang has the potential to significantly enhance his performance in future HYROX races.

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