Cao Alan Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Malaga 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 113 similar athletes.

Performance Highlights

FRA FRA Flag Men 30-34 #184016 01:00:18 🥇 in AG | Top 1.3% 🥇 | Top 0.4%
-00:02
30:15
Run Total
+00:00
03:47
Avg. Lap
+00:11
03:33
Best Lap
+00:10
26:29
Workout Total
+00:01
03:18
Avg. Workout
-00:03
03:39
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 Pro 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 113 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 113 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Cao Alan'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 Cao Alan'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 113 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 Cao Alan'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 Pro 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 Cao Alan'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 02:46. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

00:39 Potential Improvement 23.5% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Pro Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Sled Pull 00:39 04:12 to 03:33 23.5%
Sled Push 00:34 02:39 to 02:05 20.5%
Run Total 00:29 30:15 to 29:46 17.5%
Sandbag Lunges 00:23 03:29 to 03:06 13.9%
Farmers Carry 00:13 01:39 to 01:26 7.8%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:11 02:38 to 02:27 6.6%
Ski Erg 00:10 03:54 to 03:44 6.0%
Rowing 00:07 04:05 to 03:58 4.2%
Wall Balls 00:00 03:53 to 03:53 0.0%

Splits Time

Cao Alan Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:32 00:00 03:20 +00:12 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 03:54 03:32 03:50 +00:04 03:20 +00:12
Running 2 03:33 07:26 03:35 -00:02 07:10 +00:16
Sled Push 02:39 10:59 02:41 -00:02 10:45 +00:14
Running 3 03:47 13:38 03:48 -00:01 13:26 +00:12
Sled Pull 04:12 17:25 03:46 +00:26 17:14 +00:11
Running 4 03:44 21:37 03:49 -00:05 21:00 +00:37
Burpees Broad Jump 02:38 25:21 02:44 -00:06 24:49 +00:32
Running 5 03:59 27:59 03:53 +00:06 27:33 +00:26
Rowing 04:05 31:58 04:01 +00:04 31:26 +00:32
Running 6 03:52 36:03 03:50 +00:02 35:27 +00:36
Farmers Carry 01:39 39:55 01:35 +00:04 39:17 +00:38
Running 7 03:53 41:34 03:53 +00:00 40:52 +00:42
Sandbag Lunges 03:29 45:27 03:14 +00:15 44:45 +00:42
Running 8 03:59 48:56 04:09 -00:10 47:59 +00:57
Wall Balls 03:53 52:55 04:28 -00:35 52:08 +00:47
Roxzone 03:39 01:00:18 03:42 -00:03 01:00:18
Based on 113 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men

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Overall Performance:

Alan Cao's performance in the 2024 Malaga HYROX PRO event was remarkable, securing the top position both overall and within his age group. His total running time was 17 seconds faster than the average, indicating a strong running profile. However, his pacing at the beginning of the race was slightly off, starting slower than average in the first running segment but improving significantly as the race progressed. This suggests a conservative start, followed by a stronger finish. Alan appears to have a balanced profile with a slight edge towards running, given his total running time performance. However, areas for improvement are evident in both strength and transition segments, suggesting room for a more hybrid training focus.

Segments to Improve:

  • Roxzone: Alan's time in the Roxzone was slightly slower than average, indicating possible delays in transition or extra rest periods. To improve, focus on drills that mimic the race's transition demands. Practice quick transitions between exercises, perhaps with a circuit that includes short, high-intensity runs followed immediately by strength exercises. Reducing transition times can be as simple as organizing gear more efficiently or as complex as improving overall stamina to reduce the need for rest.
  • Sled Pull: This segment was significantly slower than average. To enhance performance here, Alan should incorporate more posterior chain exercises into his training, such as deadlifts, kettlebell swings, and pull-throughs. Additionally, practicing actual sled pulls with varying weights and focusing on maintaining a consistent posture could prevent fatigue and improve time.
  • Sandbag Lunges: Another area for improvement, where specific functional training can help. Incorporating weighted lunges, step-ups, and squats into his routine will build the necessary leg strength. Sandbag-specific workouts, focusing on grip strength and endurance with the sandbag, will also be beneficial.
  • Total Running Time: Although Alan's total running time was impressive, there's room for improvement to solidify his running dominance further. Interval training, tempo runs, and hill sprints can enhance his speed and stamina. Moreover, focusing on recovery and mobility work will ensure sustained improvement and prevent injuries.

Race Strategies:

  • Start Pacing: Given Alan's conservative start, a slightly more aggressive initial pace could be beneficial. By increasing his starting speed to just above the average, he can position himself better early on without expending too much energy, allowing for a strong finish.
  • Strength Endurance: For segments like the Sled Pull and Sandbag Lunges, focusing on strength endurance training will be key. This involves not only lifting heavier but doing so in a manner that mimics the endurance needed for HYROX events, such as incorporating longer sets or combining strength exercises with cardio elements.
  • Transitions: Improving transition times can significantly affect overall performance. Practicing swift movements between different types of exercises and reducing rest times will make these transitions more efficient. Simulating race conditions in training, where Alan moves from one exercise to the next without pause, can help improve his Roxzone performance.
  • Mental Preparation: Finally, mental resilience plays a crucial role in endurance events like HYROX. Visualization techniques, where Alan imagines himself completing transitions swiftly and efficiently, can complement physical training and improve performance in the Roxzone and other segments.

In conclusion, while Alan Cao's performance in the Malaga HYROX PRO event was outstanding, focusing on improving transition times, strength segments, and maintaining a slightly faster pace from the start could make him even more formidable. Tailored training that focuses on these areas, combined with strategic race planning, can help Alan achieve even greater success in future HYROX events.

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 Pro Men
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