Thomas Kyle
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Houston 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.
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 Thomas Kyle'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 Thomas Kyle'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 Thomas Kyle'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 Thomas Kyle'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
05:00.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
03:28
Potential Improvement
69.3%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Kyle Thomas showcased notable potential in the 2024 Houston HYROX race, finishing in the top 40% of all athletes and top 45% in his age category. His performance reveals a strong start, particularly in the first running segment and sled push, indicating a robust initial burst of energy and power. However, the race data suggests that Kyle's overall running time was slower than average by 2 minutes, indicating a potential area for improvement in endurance or pacing strategy. His profile leans towards being more strength-oriented, given his better-than-average performance in power-intensive exercises like the sled push and burpee broad jump. Nevertheless, the consistent slowdown in running segments compared to the average hints at the need for enhanced endurance training and pacing strategy adjustments.
Segments to Improve:
- Total Running Time: Kyle's running segments, particularly after the first, consistently lag behind the average, highlighting the need for improved endurance and possibly a review of his pacing strategy. Incorporating interval training, with a focus on increasing V02 max and lactate threshold, could help. Long runs at a steady, moderate pace, combined with shorter, higher-intensity intervals, may enhance his endurance and running efficiency. Additionally, incorporating hill runs can improve leg strength, stamina, and running mechanics.
- Wall Balls: To improve his performance in wall balls, Kyle should focus on enhancing his squatting technique and upper body power. Exercises like thrusters, overhead presses, and squat drills can increase his strength and efficiency in this segment. Practicing wall balls with a heavier ball than competition weight can also prepare his muscles for the standard weight, making it feel lighter during the race.
- Sled Pull: The sled pull segment lagged due to possible lack of specific strength in the posterior chain. Incorporating more deadlifts, particularly sumo deadlifts for a wider range of muscle engagement, and sled pull exercises with varying weights and distances can help build the required muscle endurance and power.
- Farmers Carry: This segment can benefit from grip strength and core stability improvements. Exercises like farmer’s walks (with incremental weight increases), dead hangs, and grip crushers can enhance his grip. Additionally, core strengthening exercises, such as planks and Russian twists, will improve overall stability during the carry.
Race Strategies:
- Improved Pacing: Kyle started the race with a strong pace but couldn't maintain it across later running segments. Implementing a more conservative start, preserving energy for consistent performance throughout, could result in better overall times. Using a running watch to keep track of pace and setting target times for each segment before the race can help manage exertion levels.
- Transition Efficiency: The Roxzone time indicates better-than-average transition times, but there's always room for improvement. Practicing quick transitions between exercises, including setting up and moving to the next station, can shave valuable seconds off the overall time. Simulating race conditions in training, including the setup of each exercise, can help improve transition speed.
- Strength-Endurance Balance: Given Kyle's apparent strength orientation, integrating more endurance training into his routine can help balance his capabilities. However, maintaining strength training is crucial to avoid losing power. A balanced training program that includes both endurance runs and strength training on alternate days could offer the best results.
In conclusion, Kyle Thomas has demonstrated considerable prowess in HYROX, particularly in strength-oriented segments. By focusing on endurance improvement, pacing strategy, and specific exercise enhancements, Kyle has a strong potential to significantly improve his rank in future 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
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