Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Vienna - European Championship 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
965 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 965 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 965 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Horner Steven'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 Horner Steven'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 965 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 Horner Steven'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 Horner Steven'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
04:58.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 965 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Steven Horner's performance in the 2024 Vienna - European Championship is commendable, especially given the competitive nature of the HYROX age group 60-64 category. Finishing 9th in his age group and achieving an overall rank of 631 places him in the top 69% of all participants, a notable achievement. His total running time was 00:50:44, which is 00:34 faster than average, indicating a strong running profile. However, his performance in strength-focused segments, particularly the Wall Balls, indicates a potential area for improvement. Steven shows a hybrid profile with a slight inclination towards running, but to achieve a more balanced performance, focusing on strength training, especially in high-demand exercises like Wall Balls, is crucial.
Segments to Improve:
Wall Balls: This segment was significantly slower than average, indicating a need for improved muscular endurance and technique. Training Suggestions: Incorporate high-rep wall ball workouts twice a week, focusing on maintaining a consistent squat depth and a powerful upward thrust. Squat jumps and thrusters can also help build the required leg strength and power.
Burpees Broad Jump: The slower performance here suggests a need for improvement in explosive power and endurance. Training Suggestions: Implement plyometric training into the routine, including exercises like box jumps and broad jumps. Also, practice burpees separately to increase efficiency and endurance during high-repetition sets.
Sandbag Lunges: The slower time indicates a potential lack of leg strength and endurance. Training Suggestions: Strengthening the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes through weighted lunges, step-ups, and squats will help. Additionally, practicing sandbag lunges with gradually increasing distance can improve both endurance and technique.
Rowing: The slightly slower time suggests room for improvement in cardiovascular endurance and rowing technique. Training Suggestions: Incorporating interval training on the rowing machine can enhance cardiovascular capacity. Technique drills focusing on power through the legs and proper timing can also improve overall efficiency and speed.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Given Steven's tendency to start strong but fade in strength-focused segments, adopting a more conservative pace in the initial running segments could conserve energy for later challenges. This approach would help maintain a steadier performance across all disciplines.
Transition and Roxzone: Steven's Roxzone time is faster than average, indicating efficient transitions. However, there's always room for improvement. Practicing quick and smooth transitions between exercises, with minimal rest, can shave seconds off the overall time. This includes setting up for the next exercise while catching breath to ensure a seamless transition.
Strength Endurance: Ahead of race day, incorporating more hybrid workouts that mix running with strength exercises can help Steven's body adapt to the demands of switching between disciplines. This training approach can improve both his strength endurance and his ability to recover quickly after high-intensity efforts.
Mental Preparation: Mental resilience plays a crucial role, especially in enduring the challenging segments. Visualization techniques and setting mini-goals throughout the race can help maintain focus and motivation.
In conclusion, Steven Horner's performance shows a solid foundation with notable strengths in running. To climb higher in the rankings and achieve a more balanced performance, focusing on strength training, particularly in the identified weak segments, alongside strategic pacing and mental preparation, will be key. With targeted training and strategic race planning, Steven has the potential to significantly improve his performance in future HYROX races.
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