Mckellar Marc
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
148 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 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 148 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 148 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Mckellar Marc'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 Mckellar Marc'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 148 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 Mckellar Marc'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 Mckellar Marc'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
11:05.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
02:51
Potential Improvement
25.7%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Pro Men
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Overall Performance:
Marc McKellar showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Malaga HYROX race, finishing in the top 66% overall and securing 4th in his age group. His total running time was significantly faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, Marc's performance in strength-based segments, particularly the Sled Push, Sandbag Lunges, and Wall Balls, was substantially slower than average, suggesting these are areas requiring focused improvement. Notably, his pacing in the initial running segment was slightly slower, but he quickly adjusted to surpass average times in subsequent runs, demonstrating an ability to manage his energy efficiently across the race.
Segments to Improve:
- Sled Push & Sled Pull: Marc's performance in these segments suggests a need for enhanced lower body strength and power. Incorporating exercises like heavy sled drags, squats, and deadlifts can improve his pushing and pulling capabilities. Specific drills such as short, intense sled pushes with increasing weight, focusing on explosive starts, can also be beneficial. Interval training combining heavy lifts with short sprints could mimic the race's demand on transitioning between strength and running, improving his overall performance in these areas.
- Sandbag Lunges: This segment was Marc's weakest, indicating a need for improved leg strength, endurance, and stability. Training should include lunges with varying weights and distances, Bulgarian split squats for single-leg strength, and stability exercises such as single-leg Romanian deadlifts. Incorporating sandbag workouts that mimic the race condition, focusing on maintaining form over long periods, can also be advantageous.
- Wall Balls: To improve in this segment, Marc should focus on explosive power and muscular endurance in the lower body and shoulders. Exercises like thrusters, wall ball shots with varying weights, and kettlebell swings can enhance his performance. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions that mix these exercises with short runs or rowing can help improve his transition times and overall fitness, addressing his slower than average Roxzone time.
- Burpees Broad Jump: This segment requires cardiovascular endurance, lower body strength, and explosive power. Marc should include plyometric exercises such as box jumps, broad jumps, and burpees in his training. Combining these with endurance running in interval training can help improve his speed and efficiency in this segment.
Race Strategies:
- Start Conservatively: Marc's initial running segment was slightly slower than average. A more conservative start can help conserve energy for strength segments, where he has the most room for improvement. Gradually increasing his pace throughout the race can help maintain a strong finish.
- Transition Efficiency: With a faster than average Roxzone time, focusing on minimizing transition times between exercises can still offer marginal gains. Practicing quick transitions in training, including setting up and switching between exercises, can shave valuable seconds off his total time.
- Segment-Specific Pacing: Understanding the energy demands of each segment can allow Marc to allocate his efforts more effectively. For segments where he's stronger, such as running, he can push harder but should focus on maintaining a steady, sustainable pace in more challenging areas like the Sled Push and Sandbag Lunges.
- Mental Preparation: Focusing on mental toughness and visualization techniques can help Marc overcome the challenging moments in the race. Setting small, achievable goals for each segment can keep him motivated and focused throughout the event.
By addressing these areas of improvement with focused training and strategic race planning, Marc McKellar has the potential to significantly enhance 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 Pro Men
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