Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Perth 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 Stephen Shannon'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 Stephen Shannon'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 Stephen Shannon'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 Stephen Shannon'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
03:53.
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
Shannon Stephen demonstrated a commendable overall performance at the 2024 Perth Hyrox race, finishing in the top 36% of all participants. Particularly impressive was his total running time of 00:38:39, which was 04:39 faster than the average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, his pacing strategy showed some inconsistencies, as he started slightly slower in the initial running segment, likely to conserve energy, and then significantly increased his speed in subsequent laps. Shannon's strength segments, however, suggest room for improvement, as these were generally slower compared to his running performance, highlighting a need to enhance strength and endurance in non-running exercises.
Segments to Improve
Roxzone (00:09:16, 02:31 slower than average): The time spent in transitions was substantially slower, suggesting potential fatigue or inefficient transitions. Training Strategy: Incorporate high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with a focus on fast transitions between exercises. Practice seamless equipment handling and movement fluency drills to minimize downtime.
Burpees Broad Jump (00:06:17, 01:05 slower than average): This exercise showed a significant lag. Training Strategy: Work on explosive plyometric exercises such as box jumps and tuck jumps to enhance power. Focus on form and technique to improve efficiency and reduce fatigue.
Farmers Carry (00:02:52, 00:40 slower than average): This segment can be improved by increasing grip and core strength. Training Strategy: Regularly perform farmers walks with progressively heavier weights and incorporate grip-strength exercises like dead hangs and plate pinches.
Sandbag Lunges (00:05:31, 00:27 slower than average): Improving lower body endurance and stability is key. Training Strategy: Include weighted lunges and Bulgarian split squats in your routine. Focus on balance and core stability exercises to enhance performance.
Race Strategies
Consistent Pacing: While Shannon managed to pick up speed in later running segments, a more consistent pace from the start could conserve energy and improve overall race time.
Efficient Transitions: Focus on minimizing transition times by practicing quick and efficient transitions during training. Setting up the equipment and practicing the movements in sequence can help simulate race conditions.
Strength-Endurance Balance: Given Shannon's strong running profile, integrating more strength-based workouts into his routine can help balance his performance. Compound exercises like deadlifts and squats will build overall strength, while circuit training will improve endurance.