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
176 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 176 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 176 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Fast, slow, or steady?
Here’s the full breakdown of Daniel Matthew'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 Daniel Matthew 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 176 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 Daniel Matthew’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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The chart has 1 Y axis displaying values. Data ranges from 81 to 866.
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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 Daniel Matthew'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
17:15.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 176 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Matthew Daniel showcased a strong performance in the 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London, finishing in the top 52% of all athletes and the top 57% in his age group. His performance indicates a balanced athlete with a slight edge in strength exercises over running, as evidenced by his total running time being slower than average by 08:43. Matthew started the race strongly, with his first running segment being faster than average, but his pacing seemed to fluctuate, leading to slower running segments as the race progressed. This suggests a potential for improvement in endurance and pacing strategy to maintain a more consistent performance throughout the race. His exceptional performance in strength-focused exercises, such as the Ski Erg, Sled Push, and Sled Pull, positions him as a hybrid athlete with a leaning towards strength.
Segments to Improve:
Total Running Time: The most significant area for improvement is Matthew's overall running performance. Incorporating interval training, with a focus on varying distances and paces, can improve both speed and endurance. Specific drills, such as 400m repeats at a faster pace than race pace, followed by active recovery jogs, can help enhance his ability to maintain a more consistent running speed. Additionally, endurance runs that gradually increase in distance will help build the stamina needed for longer races.
Wall Balls: To improve on the Wall Balls segment, Matthew should focus on both technique and strength. Incorporating squats and thrusters into his training can improve lower body strength, while medicine ball throws can help with the explosiveness needed for Wall Balls. Practicing the actual movement with varying weights can also help improve technique and efficiency.
Sandbag Lunges: For better performance in Sandbag Lunges, Matthew should work on lower body strength and stability. Exercises like weighted lunges, step-ups, and Bulgarian split squats can increase leg strength, while balance exercises can improve stability. Additionally, incorporating unilateral exercises can help address any imbalances and improve overall performance in this segment.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Developing a more consistent pacing strategy for the running segments is crucial. Matthew should aim to start at a sustainable pace and gradually increase his speed, rather than starting too fast and slowing down in later segments. Practicing pacing in training, using a heart rate monitor or a pacing app, can help him find and maintain the right pace throughout the race.
Transitions (Roxzone): While Matthew performed well in transitions, there's always room for improvement. Reducing transition times can be achieved by practicing quick switches between exercises and running in training sessions. Simulating race conditions by including transitions in workout routines can also help decrease overall race time.
Strength and Endurance Balance: Given Matthew's stronger performance in strength exercises, focusing on running endurance while maintaining his strength level is recommended. This can be achieved by incorporating at least two days of focused running training into his weekly routine, alongside his strength training. This balanced approach can help improve his overall race performance.
In conclusion, Matthew's performance in the HYROX race demonstrates his potential as a hybrid athlete with a notable strength in strength-focused exercises. By focusing on improving his running endurance and pacing, as well as refining his technique in specific segments, Matthew has the potential to significantly enhance his overall race performance. Tailored training that addresses these areas, combined with strategic race planning, can help Matthew climb the ranks in future HYROX events.