Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London 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.
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Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Run, Baby, Run!
We stack your running times against athletes with similar finish times to see how you measure up. This chart breaks it down, showing whether you were blazing fast, cruising steady, or losing pace.
It’s all about finding out if your running strategy matched your overall finish time!
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Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Station Showdown
We pit your station times against athletes with similar finish times to see how you stack up. This chart shows if you crushed it, coasted, or found that sweet spot for your overall finish time.
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Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Fast, slow, or steady?
Here’s the full breakdown of Axentioiu Samuel's race, station by station and run by run, stacked against the average of athletes with similar finish times.
In HYROX, pacing is the name of the game. The pacing line shows where Axentioiu Samuel hit the gas, tapped the brakes, or nailed it perfectly—guiding the way to a more balanced and dominant race strategy.
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Race Comparison
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Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Expected Finish Time
With the RoxCoach Simulation machine, you can see how your predicted finish time evolves as you power through your race. This next-level tech recalculates your estimated finish time after every run and every station.
Crushing the sled pull? Gaining ground on the row? Or holding strong in the Wall Balls? RoxCoach tracks it all, giving you the inside scoop on where you shined and where there’s room to level up.
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Expected Finish Time
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Spread of Splits Time
This chart breaks down the splits for every athlete in the division, giving you a clear look at how times are distributed across the pack.
Compare Axentioiu Samuel’s performance to the competition, spotting where they dominated and where there’s room to improve.
You’ll see how they stack up against the Top 10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and beyond. Outliers are out—so the focus stays on the real competition.
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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 Axentioiu Samuel'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
06:46.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Samuel Axentioiu's performance in the 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London places him solidly in the top 20% overall and top 24% within his age group, showcasing a commendable achievement among a competitive field of 2737 athletes. His overall time of 01:17:41 reflects a balanced athlete with potential in both strength and endurance disciplines. However, his total running time was 04:33 slower than average, indicating a more pronounced strength profile with room for improvement in endurance and pace management. Notably, Samuel displayed exceptional performance in strength-oriented segments like the sled push, sled pull, and burpees broad jump, where he ranked significantly above average. Conversely, his running segments, particularly the initial laps, were slower than average, suggesting a cautious start that potentially affected his pacing strategy. His fastest running lap at the end of the race indicates a strong finish but also highlights uneven pacing that could be optimized.
Segments to Improve:
Total Running Time: The most significant area for improvement is Samuel's overall running performance. To enhance endurance and speed, interval training such as VO2 max workouts with intervals ranging from 400 meters to 1 mile at a pace faster than his current race pace is recommended. Incorporating long runs into his weekly training, gradually increasing the distance, will also help build endurance. Furthermore, tempo runs that are slightly faster than his race pace will improve lactate threshold and running economy.
Rowing: With a split 00:12 slower than average, focusing on rowing technique can yield better efficiency and power. Drills that emphasize a strong leg drive, optimal body positioning, and a powerful arm pull should be incorporated. Interval training on the rower, alternating between high-intensity sprints and recovery periods, can also improve cardiovascular fitness and rowing stamina.
Wall Balls: Being 00:19 faster than average indicates potential, yet there's room for improvement. To enhance performance, workouts that focus on lower body strength, explosive power, and muscular endurance (e.g., squat variations, thrusters, and medicine ball throws) will be beneficial. Practicing wall balls with varied weights and heights can also improve accuracy and stamina.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Samuel should focus on a more consistent pacing strategy for the running segments. Starting too slow has affected his overall time negatively. By integrating negative split runs into his training, where each lap is run slightly faster than the previous, he can learn to better distribute his energy throughout the race. Additionally, practicing race simulations that mimic the actual race's structure, including transitions and exercise zones, can help improve his pacing and transition times.
Transitions (Roxzone): Although Samuel's transition times are notably efficient, further minimizing time spent in the Roxzone through practice of quick transitions and strategic placement of necessary gear can shave off crucial seconds. Drills focusing on rapid heart rate recovery can also aid in quicker resumption of running post-strength exercises.
Strength and Endurance Balance: Given Samuel's evident strength advantage, maintaining his prowess in strength segments while incrementally boosting his running endurance will create a more well-rounded performance profile. A balanced training schedule that does not neglect either aspect is crucial, with an emphasis on increasing running volume and incorporating specific strength training that complements his running.
By addressing these targeted areas for improvement and employing strategic race tactics, Samuel Axentioiu has the potential to significantly enhance his performance in future HYROX races. A focus on endurance building, technique refinement in weaker segments, and optimized pacing strategies will be key to achieving a more balanced and competitive profile.
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.
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Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men