Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Birmingham 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.
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 Baker James'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 Baker James'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 Baker James'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 Baker James'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
03:13.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
James Baker's performance in the 2024 Birmingham HYROX race presents a strong profile of a well-rounded athlete, especially in a field as competitive as the 35-39 age group. His overall rank of 1672 out of 4107 athletes, which places him in the top 40%, is indeed commendable. His total running time of 44:25, which is 8 seconds faster than the average, indicates that he has a strong runner profile. However, his roxzone time of 08:08, which is 52 seconds slower than average, suggests that he could benefit from improving his overall fitness and transition time.
His performance in the early running segments suggests that he started the race slightly slower than average, but he managed to pick up the pace in the subsequent segments. This pacing strategy, while beneficial in conserving energy, may have cost him valuable seconds during the initial stages of the race.
Segments to Improve:
Roxzone:
James' Roxzone time is noticeably slower than the average, suggesting a need for a focus on transition speed and overall fitness. Transition drills can help James improve his speed in moving between exercise zones. This includes practicing quick starts and stops, as well as efficient movement between exercise stations.
Improving overall fitness will also help in reducing Roxzone time. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) exercises that focus on improving cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength can be beneficial. These include exercises like burpees, kettlebell swings, and box jumps.
Burpees Broad Jump:
James' time in the Burpees Broad Jump segment is slower than the average, indicating this as an area of improvement. Incorporating more plyometric exercises into his training routine can help increase explosive power and speed. These could include exercises such as box jumps, power skips, and broad jumps.
Practicing proper form in burpees and broad jumps can also lead to improved performance. This includes ensuring full extension during the burpee jump and landing in a controlled manner during the broad jump.
Wall Balls:
James' Wall Balls segment time is also slower than the average. To improve in this area, he can incorporate more functional strength training into his routine, focusing on exercises that target the lower body and core, such as squats, lunges, and kettlebell swings.
Practicing wall balls with a focus on form and efficiency can also help improve performance. This includes maintaining a strong, stable stance, using the lower body to drive the movement, and catching the ball in a controlled manner.
Race Strategies:
James might consider altering his pacing strategy for improved performance. Instead of starting slower in the initial running segments, maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race could lead to better overall time. This would require a balance between conserving energy for later stages and pushing hard enough to stay competitive in the early stages.
Efficient transitions between exercise zones can also shave off valuable seconds from his overall time. James should focus on quick starts and stops, efficient movement between stations, and minimizing rest time during transitions. This could be practiced during training sessions to simulate race conditions.
Finally, focusing on maintaining proper form during strength exercises can not only improve performance in these segments but also conserve energy for the running segments. This includes using the lower body and core to drive movements, maintaining a controlled pace, and focusing on efficient movement patterns.
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