Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Glasgow 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 Irvine Christopher'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 Irvine Christopher'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 Irvine Christopher'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 Irvine Christopher'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
05:24.
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:
Christopher Irvine's performance in the 2024 Glasgow Hyrox race places him impressively within the top 53% of all athletes, and even more notably, in the top 18% of his 55-59 age group. A standout feature of Christopher's race was his total running time, which was 02:25 faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. Despite this strength, areas such as the roxzone and specific strength exercises, notably wall balls and burpees broad jump, present opportunities for improvement. His pacing indicates a slight struggle in the beginning, as seen with a slower first running segment, but he shows significant improvement in pace as the race progresses. This suggests a need for a more evenly distributed effort throughout the race or improved conditioning to maintain stronger initial segments. Christopher's profile suggests a hybrid athlete with a leaning towards running, but with potential gains to be made in strength-focused areas.
Segments to Improve:
Wall Balls: Christopher's performance in wall balls was notably slower than average. To improve, focus on developing lower body strength and power, as well as coordination. Squats, thrusters, and medicine ball throws can enhance explosive power and endurance. Practicing wall balls with varying weights and heights can also help improve technique and stamina.
Burpees Broad Jump: This segment showed significant room for improvement. Incorporating plyometric exercises such as box jumps, broad jumps, and plyo push-ups will build explosive strength. Additionally, practicing burpees with an emphasis on the jumping phase can improve overall performance in this segment. Interval training combining burpees with short sprints may also enhance endurance and speed.
Sandbag Lunges: To improve in this area, Christopher should focus on leg strength and stability. Lunges with varying weights, step-ups, and weighted squats can increase leg power, while exercises like the Bulgarian split squat can improve balance and stability. Sandbag-specific training, such as carrying the bag in different positions during lunges, will also be beneficial.
Sled Pull and Push: These segments require both strength and technique. For the sled push, practicing with varying loads and focusing on explosive starts can build strength and improve technique. For the sled pull, incorporating exercises like deadlifts, rows, and farmer's walks can increase back and grip strength. Technique drills focusing on body positioning and efficient force application will also aid performance.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Given the initial slower start, a focus on a more consistent pace throughout the race could benefit overall performance. Starting at a controlled pace and gradually increasing effort might help preserve energy for strength segments while maintaining a competitive running pace.
Transition Efficiency: The roxzone time suggests room for improvement in transition efficiency. Practicing quick transitions between running and strength exercises in training can reduce overall time. This includes setting up equipment in advance and mentally preparing for the next segment during the end of the running portions.
Strength Endurance: Given the identified areas for improvement, incorporating more strength endurance work into training will be crucial. This includes circuit training that mimics the race structure, combining strength exercises with short, intense running segments to emulate race conditions and improve overall fitness.
Recovery and Nutrition: Focus on recovery strategies and nutrition to support increased training intensity. This includes proper hydration, post-training stretching, and consuming a balanced diet rich in proteins and carbohydrates to support muscle recovery and energy levels.
By addressing these specific areas with targeted training and strategic race planning, Christopher 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