Joyce David
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Perth 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 Joyce David'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 Joyce David'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 Joyce David'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 Joyce David'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
02:35.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
02:22
Potential Improvement
91.6%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
David Joyce delivered a solid performance during the 2024 Perth Hyrox race, finishing in the top 39% overall and the top 38% in his age group. His total running time was 1:48 faster than the average, indicating a strong running profile with a tendency to excel in endurance over pure strength tasks. His pacing strategy was optimal in the middle segments, gaining time in running laps 2 to 8, but he started relatively slower in the initial running segment. This suggests a cautious start that transitioned into a more aggressive and efficient pace as the race progressed. Overall, his performance leans towards a running advantage, with room to enhance strength-oriented tasks.
Segments to Improve
- Roxzone (00:09:20, 2:24 slower than average)
The Roxzone transition times suggest a need for improvement in overall fitness and transition efficiency. To enhance performance:
- Transition Drills: Practice quick transitions between different exercise zones. Set up simulated race environments to practice moving swiftly from one exercise to the next.
- High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT): Incorporate HIIT workouts to improve cardiovascular fitness and reduce recovery time needed between zones.
- Burpees Broad Jump (00:07:39, 2:10 slower than average)
This segment indicates a significant opportunity for improvement:
- Plyometric Training: Focus on exercises like box jumps, squat jumps, and burpees to increase explosive power and efficiency in movement.
- Form Correction: Ensure proper technique in burpees and broad jumps to maximize efficiency and reduce energy wastage.
- Sled Pull (00:05:00, 6 seconds slower than average)
Although only slightly slower than average, further enhancement can be achieved:
- Strength Training: Integrate exercises such as deadlifts, rows, and sled pulls into the routine to build upper body and grip strength.
- Compromised Running Drills: Perform running intervals immediately following sled pull exercises to simulate race conditions and improve recovery.
Race Strategies
- Focus on maintaining a balanced pace throughout the race. Avoid starting too conservatively in the initial segments to capitalize on running strengths.
- Implement visualization techniques to mentally prepare for each segment transition, reducing hesitation and improving transition times.
- Use a heart rate monitor to ensure optimal exertion levels, preventing burnout and maintaining consistent performance across all segments.
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