Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Birmingham 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 Watterson Ryan'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 Watterson Ryan'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 Watterson Ryan'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 Watterson Ryan'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
04:15.
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:
Ryan Watterson demonstrated a strong performance in the 2024 Birmingham HYROX competition, landing him within the top 34% of all athletes and the top 40% within his age group. His total running time of 42:37 was notably faster than the average by 23 seconds, indicating a strong running profile. However, Ryan's performance was varied across different segments. He excelled in areas demanding strength such as Ski Erg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Farmers Carry, and Rowing, where his performance was faster than the average. Meanwhile, his running performance was inconsistent, with a notably slow start in Running 1 but improvement in subsequent segments. The analysis of Ryan's performance suggests he has a hybrid profile, with a slightly stronger emphasis on strength-based exercises.
Segments to Improve:
Burpees Broad Jump: This was Ryan's weakest segment relative to his peers, with a time 57 seconds slower than the average. A potential area for improvement could be the efficiency of movement. Ryan could focus on plyometric training to improve his jump height and distance, and burpees to enhance his explosiveness and endurance. Emphasizing full body exercises like squats, deadlifts, and lunges can also help improve lower body strength, which is crucial for this exercise.
Wall Balls: Ryan's time in this segment was 39 seconds slower than the average. To enhance performance in this area, he could incorporate wall ball drills into his training routine. This might include high-repetition sets to improve his endurance, and power cleans to strengthen his ability to lift and throw the ball. He should also ensure he is using the correct form when performing wall balls, maintaining a full squat and using his entire body to throw the ball.
Roxzone: Ryan's time in the Roxzone was 26 seconds slower than the average, indicating room for improvement in transitions. To enhance his performance, Ryan could focus on improving his overall fitness, particularly his recovery rate. Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) into his routine could help with this. Additionally, practicing transitioning between exercises could help reduce time spent in this segment.
Sandbag Lunges: Ryan's performance was 44 seconds slower than the average in this segment. To improve, he could add weighted lunges into his training routine to mimic the movement and resistance he'll encounter during the race. Core strengthening exercises could also be beneficial in improving balance and stability.
Running 1: Ryan started off slower than average in his first running segment. He could benefit from a proper warm-up and pacing strategy to ensure a strong start in future races. Interval running training could also help improve his speed and endurance.
Race Strategies:
Considering Ryan's hybrid profile, he should adopt a balanced approach to the race, ensuring he has enough energy for both the running and strength-based segments. A specific strategy could be to start at a moderate pace for the initial running segments, conserving energy for the strength-based exercises where he excels. Ryan should also focus on maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race to prevent fatigue towards the end. Regular hydration and nutrition during the race will also be crucial to maintain energy levels.