Burns John
Performance Analysis
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.
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 Burns John'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 Burns John'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 Burns John'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 Burns John'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
07:16.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
03:55
Potential Improvement
53.9%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
John Burns showcased a commendable performance at the 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London, finishing in the top 44% of athletes both overall and in his age group. A standout feature of John's race was his total running time, which was 03:38 faster than average, indicating a stronger running profile. However, there's a noticeable variance in his performance across different segments, with significant strength in running, particularly towards the latter half of the race where he significantly outpaced the average. On the flip side, areas such as the Sled Push and Farmers Carry lagged far behind, suggesting a need for enhanced strength training. His pacing in the initial running segments appeared slightly off, starting slower but finishing strong, which indicates good endurance but a potential to improve on race strategy and initial speed.
Segments to Improve:
- Sled Push: With a time 03:47 slower than average, this is a crucial area for improvement. Focusing on lower body strength and power through exercises like weighted squats, leg press, and sled drags can significantly impact performance. Implementing high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with short bursts of maximum effort could also help in building the explosive strength needed for this segment.
- Farmers Carry: Being 01:03 slower than average highlights a need for enhanced grip strength and endurance. Grip strengthening exercises, such as dead hangs, farmer's walks with increasing weights, and wrist curls, should be integrated into the training routine. Additionally, incorporating core strengthening exercises will improve overall stability during the carry.
- Wall Balls: The slower performance here, by 01:03 than average, suggests a need for improved coordination and muscle endurance. Practicing wall balls with varied weights and heights, in addition to plyometric exercises, can improve explosive power and stamina, crucial for this segment.
- Burpees Broad Jump: Being 00:17 slower than average, focusing on plyometric training to improve explosive leg power and cardiovascular endurance will be beneficial. Exercises like box jumps, squat jumps, and interval sprint training can enhance performance in this demanding segment.
Race Strategies:
- Improved Pacing: John should focus on starting the race with a slightly faster pace to avoid playing catch-up in later segments. Implementing a structured warm-up routine that mimics the initial race intensity can help in adjusting to the desired pace from the start.
- Transition Efficiency: Given the faster than average Roxzone time, further minimizing transition times can be achieved through practicing quick recovery techniques and efficient movement between segments during training to mimic race day conditions closely.
- Strength and Endurance Balance: Incorporating a balanced training regimen that equally focuses on building strength and endurance. For instance, alternating between strength training days and running or cardio-focused days could offer a more holistic improvement across all segments.
- Segment-Specific Training: Implementing segment-specific training sessions into his routine, focusing particularly on the identified areas of improvement. This includes not only the physical preparation but also strategizing on how to approach each segment mentally and physically during the race.
By addressing these key areas and implementing the suggested strategies and exercises, John Burns can significantly improve his performance in future HYROX races, potentially turning his weaker segments into strengths and achieving an even higher overall rank.
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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