Cross Michael Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Manchester 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.

Performance Highlights

GBR GBR Flag Men 25-29 #145028 01:14:54 45th in AG | Top 26.6% 266th | Top 20.5%
+03:18
41:09
Run Total
+00:25
05:08
Avg. Lap
+00:15
04:22
Best Lap
-05:02
26:34
Workout Total
-00:38
03:19
Avg. Workout
+01:42
07:11
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 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 Cross Michael'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 Cross Michael'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 Cross Michael'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 Cross Michael'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 04:51. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

04:50 Potential Improvement 99.7% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 04:50 41:09 to 36:19 99.7%
Ski Erg 00:01 04:08 to 04:07 0.3%
Sled Push 00:00 01:56 to 01:56 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 02:59 to 02:59 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 03:21 to 03:21 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:17 to 04:17 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 01:40 to 01:40 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 03:38 to 03:38 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 04:35 to 04:35 0.0%

Splits Time

Cross Michael Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:22 00:00 04:08 +00:14 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:08 04:22 04:16 -00:08 04:08 +00:14
Running 2 04:54 08:30 04:27 +00:27 08:24 +00:06
Sled Push 01:56 13:24 02:33 -00:37 12:51 +00:33
Running 3 05:25 15:20 04:49 +00:36 15:24 -00:04
Sled Pull 02:59 20:45 04:12 -01:13 20:13 +00:32
Running 4 05:23 23:44 04:46 +00:37 24:25 -00:41
Burpees Broad Jump 03:21 29:07 04:22 -01:01 29:11 -00:04
Running 5 05:11 32:28 04:54 +00:17 33:33 -01:05
Rowing 04:17 37:39 04:33 -00:16 38:27 -00:48
Running 6 05:09 41:56 04:48 +00:21 43:00 -01:04
Farmers Carry 01:40 47:05 01:55 -00:15 47:48 -00:43
Running 7 05:07 48:45 04:47 +00:20 49:43 -00:58
Sandbag Lunges 03:38 53:52 04:21 -00:43 54:30 -00:38
Running 8 05:38 57:30 05:10 +00:28 58:51 -01:21
Wall Balls 04:35 01:03:08 05:24 -00:49 01:04:01 -00:53
Roxzone 07:11 01:14:54 05:29 +01:42 01:14:54
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer

Overall Performance:

Michael Cross demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Manchester HYROX, placing in the top 15% of his age group and the top 13% overall among 1910 athletes. His proficiency in strength exercises, evidenced by significantly faster than average times in the Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpees Broad Jump, Farmers Carry, Sandbag Lunges, and Wall Balls, clearly shows a strong strength profile. However, his total running time was 03:54 slower than average, indicating that running is an area requiring focused improvement. The pacing analysis suggests that Michael started the race at an appropriate pace but lost time in later running segments, pointing towards endurance issues. Additionally, the slower Roxzone time by 02:03 than average indicates a need for better transition efficiency and possibly improved overall fitness to handle the demands between exercises more effectively.

Segments to Improve:

  • Running Segments & Total Running Time: Michael's running segments consistently lagged behind the average, highlighting a need for enhanced running endurance and speed. Incorporating interval training, such as 400 to 800-meter repeats at a faster pace than his current average lap time, with equal rest periods, can improve his speed. Long slow distance runs (1.5-2 times the race distance) at a comfortable pace will enhance his endurance. Hill sprints and tempo runs should also be part of his routine to build strength and running efficiency.
  • Roxzone Transition: The slower Roxzone time suggests slower transitions between exercises and possible rest periods. To improve, Michael should practice circuit training that mimics the race's structure, focusing on reducing rest times between exercises and working on quicker transitions. Incorporating dynamic stretches and mobility exercises can also enhance his ability to recover and move efficiently between race segments.

Race Strategies:

  • Pacing: Given Michael's tendency to start strong but lose time in later running segments, he should focus on a more conservative start, conserving energy for a stronger finish. Utilizing a running watch to monitor his pace actively during the race can help him maintain a more consistent speed throughout.
  • Strength Segments: Michael's strength is a significant asset; however, he should still look for opportunities to minimize time spent on these exercises. Focusing on explosive power training and practicing these specific exercises with an emphasis on speed and efficiency can shave off crucial seconds.
  • Transition Efficiency: Improving transition times can significantly impact overall performance. Practicing quick transitions in training, setting up mock transition zones, and minimizing rest time between different exercises can prepare Michael for more efficient movement on race day.
  • Endurance Training Post-Strength Exercises: To combat the fatigue affecting his running post-strength segments, Michael should incorporate training runs immediately following strength workouts to adapt to running under fatigue. This will help simulate the race conditions more accurately and improve his endurance in later segments.

By addressing these identified areas and implementing the suggested strategies, Michael Cross can transform his weaknesses into strengths, potentially achieving a more balanced profile between running and strength, and improving his overall race performance in future HYROX events.

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