Behan Shaun
Performance Analysis
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Madrid 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.
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 Behan Shaun'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 Behan Shaun'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 Behan Shaun'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 Behan Shaun'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
02:03.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
01:06
Potential Improvement
53.7%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Shaun Behan's performance in the 2024 Madrid HYROX race places him solidly in the top 60% of all athletes and within the top 50% of his age group, showcasing a commendable level of fitness and competitive spirit. A standout observation is Shaun’s total running time, which is faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, the race analysis also highlights areas where Shaun can further optimize his performance, particularly in the Roxzone and specific exercise zones like the Burpees Broad Jump and Wall Balls. The pacing analysis suggests Shaun started the race slower than average but managed to gain momentum in subsequent running segments, indicating a potential for endurance but a need for better start pacing.
Segments to Improve:
- Roxzone: Shaun's Roxzone time is significantly slower than average, suggesting room for improvement in overall fitness and transition speed. To enhance this, Shaun should focus on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to boost cardiovascular fitness and practice rapid transitions between exercises in training sessions. Drills like box jumps, sprint intervals, and circuit training that mimic race-day transitions can be particularly beneficial.
- Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was slower than average, indicating a need for improvement in explosive strength and coordination. Plyometric exercises such as jump squats, lunge jumps, and burpee variations (including broad jumps) should be incorporated into the training routine. Emphasizing form and explosive power in the lower body will help improve performance in this area.
- Wall Balls: To improve the slightly slower Wall Ball time, Shaun should focus on building upper body and core strength, alongside practicing the specific motion of the Wall Ball shot. Exercises like medicine ball slams, thrusters, and kettlebell swings can mimic the movement pattern and build the necessary muscle groups. Additionally, practicing the Wall Ball exercise with varying weights and heights can help Shaun become more efficient and faster in this segment.
Race Strategies:
- Start Pacing: Shaun should focus on a slightly faster start to avoid losing time in the early running segments. Warm-up exercises that elevate heart rate and a strategic sprint start in the first running segment could help set a better pace for the rest of the race.
- Strength and Endurance Balance: Given Shaun’s runner profile, incorporating more strength training, particularly exercises that mimic race activities, will help balance his overall performance. A mix of endurance running with strength-focused days in the training program will enhance both aspects concurrently.
- Transition Practice: Reducing time in the Roxzone is crucial. Shaun should practice swift transitions between exercises, possibly setting up a mini-circuit that simulates the race's structure. Timing these transitions and working on reducing them through practice will help in shaving off critical seconds from the Roxzone segment.
- Targeted Improvement Sessions: Dedicate specific sessions to the identified areas of improvement. By focusing one day a week on exercises that enhance performance in the Roxzone, Burpees Broad Jump, and Wall Balls, Shaun can turn these weaker areas into strengths over time.
Implementing these strategies and focusing on the identified areas for improvement will not only help Shaun Behan enhance his performance in future HYROX races but also contribute to a more balanced and comprehensive fitness profile. Continuous assessment and adaptation of training routines, alongside strategic race planning, are key to achieving better results.
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