Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Manchester 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 Arnold Joshua'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 Arnold Joshua'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 Arnold Joshua'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 Arnold Joshua'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
05:29.
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
Joshua Arnold demonstrated a strong performance in the 2024 Manchester HYROX event, ranking in the top 52% of all participants and top 58% within his age group (30-34). His overall time was 01:21:09, showcasing his fitness and endurance abilities. Joshua's running profile stood out as he completed the entire running segments 01:24 faster than average, which significantly contributed to his overall performance. His best running lap was timed at 00:04:27. It is noteworthy that Joshua started the race at a significantly faster pace than average, as demonstrated in the first four running segments, where he was consistently faster than the average times.
Segments to Improve
Wall Balls: Joshua's performance in Wall Balls was significantly below average, with a time of 00:07:59, which was 01:58 slower than average. To improve this segment, it will be beneficial to incorporate specific Wall Ball drills into his training regimen. Exercises such as squats, lunges, and upper body strength training can improve overall strength and endurance. He might also benefit from technique refinement, potentially working with a coach to ensure optimal form during his Wall Ball exercises.
Sandbag Lunges: Another area for potential improvement is the Sandbag Lunges segment, where Joshua's time of 00:06:00 was 01:14 slower than average. To enhance performance in this area, exercises such as weighted lunges, squats, and deadlifts might be beneficial. Additionally, practicing the transition from running to lunges can help decrease the transition time, thus improving the overall performance.
Burpees Broad Jump: Joshua's Burpees Broad Jump performance was also below average, clocking in at 00:05:43, which was 00:50 slower than average. To improve in this area, it would be beneficial to incorporate plyometric exercises and burpee drills into his training. Additionally, focusing on explosive strength training could help to improve his broad jump distance and overall speed.
It is crucial for Joshua to also focus on his recovery and transition times post these specific exercises, as they can compromise his running scenarios. Active recovery strategies and efficient transitioning techniques would be useful in these scenarios.
Race Strategies
Given Joshua's strong running profile, it would be strategic to leverage this strength during races. He could aim to gain time advantage during the running segments, allowing for a buffer during the strength-based exercises. Furthermore, focusing on maintaining a steady pace throughout the race, instead of starting too fast, might help in conserving energy for the more challenging segments of the race. Joshua should also work on his transitions between exercises to ensure minimal time loss. Practicing these transitions during training can help make them more efficient during the actual race.